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Derrick Ray Dees

THE CLARUS GROUP
Angleton, TX
·CRD# 4851863·22 years experience

Professional Summary

Derrick Ray Dees is a registered financial advisor currently at THE CLARUS GROUP located in Angleton, Texas. Derrick is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 2004. Derrick has worked at 6 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 63, SIE, Series 7, Series 6, Series 10 and Series 9 exams.

At a Glance

Always Fiduciary

Fiduciary Standard

Fee Structure

Account Minimum

Active Clients

Fiduciary Standard

Fee Structure

Account Minimum

Active Clients

Other Aliases

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Years of Experience

22 years in the financial services industry

Current & Past Employments

THE CLARUS GROUP·CRD# 310163
RIA
4001 Technology Road Suite 200, Angleton, TX 77515
April 3, 2023 - Present
RAYMOND JAMES FINANCIAL SERVICES ADVISORS, INC·CRD# 149018
RIA
Angleton, TX
June 7, 2012 - April 5, 2023
RAYMOND JAMES FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.·CRD# 6694
BD
Angleton, TX
June 1, 2012 - April 5, 2023
WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC·CRD# 19616
RIA
Lake Jackson, TX
January 28, 2008 - June 5, 2012
A. G. EDWARDS & SONS, INC.·CRD# 4
BD
Lake Jackson, TX
January 10, 2008 - January 1, 2008
WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC·CRD# 19616
BD
Lake Jackson, TX
January 1, 2008 - June 5, 2012
WOODMEN FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.·CRD# 117365
BD
Angelton, TX
October 11, 2004 - November 15, 2007

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Current Firm

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THE CLARUS GROUP

CLARUS WEALTH GROUP | THE CLARUS GROUP, INC. | THE CLARUS GROUP

CRD#: 310163 / SEC#: 801-119388
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (9/2/2020 Approved)

Contact Information

Main Address

520 Post Oak Blvd. Suite 750, Houston, TX 77027

Phone Number

(713) 621-3500

# of Employees

14

SEC notice filing (5 States and Territories)

Registered to provide investment advisory services in 5 US states and territories.

Documents

Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

CLARUS WEALTH GROUP DISCLOSURE BROCHURE (10/2/2026)

Regulatory Assets Under Management

Total Number of Accounts

1,786

AUM (Assets Under Management)

$1,103,793,878

Accountant Surprise Examination Report

Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
08/04/2026Cover PageReport

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Other business activities

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Outside business activity is any business or activity undertaken by an advisor that is outside the scope of their relationship with their firm (e.g., consulting services, real estate, freelance work, teaching, etc.). Investors should stay informed about these activities to ensure no conflicts of interest.

(1)Name of Business: Amarillo Hills LLC Address: 16333 CR 621, Angleton, TX, 77515, United States Activity Type: Rental Real Estate Position/Title: Owner/Proprietor Investment Related: Yes Start Date: 05/29/2018 Hours per month devoted to this business: 0-1 Hours per month devoted to this business during trading hours: 0-1 Description of duties: 50 percent owner in the LLC with Jarrod Smith that was formed to purchase a ranch
(2)Name of Business: China Grove Cattle LLC Address: 16333 CR 621 , Angleton, TX, 77515, United States Activity Type: Agriculture/Farming Position/Title: Partner Investment Related: Yes Start Date: 01/01/2021 Hours per month devoted to this business: 11-20 Hours per month devoted to this business during trading hours: 0-1 Description of duties: Cattle Ranching
(3)Name of Business: Dees Properties LLC Address: 113 N Velasco St Ste B, Angleton, TX, 77515, United States Activity Type: Rental Real Estate Position/Title: Owner/Proprietor Investment Related: Yes Start Date: 06/01/2014 Hours per month devoted to this business: 0-1 Hours per month devoted to this business during trading hours: 0-1 Description of duties: I Own four commercial buildings around My office. One is used for my office the others are rented or plan to be rented. Dees Properties also owns one rent house which is rented to Chloe Novak
(4)Name of Business: Rocking 6 Cattle Company Address: 16333 CR 621, Angleton, TX, 77515, United States Activity Type: Agriculture/Farming Position/Title: Owner/Proprietor Investment Related: Yes Start Date: 02/01/2017 Hours per month devoted to this business: 2-10 Hours per month devoted to this business during trading hours: 0-1 Description of duties: Cattle Ranching
(5)Name of Business: Rocking 6 Construction LLC Address: 116 N Velasco, Angleton, TX, 77515, United States Activity Type: Business Owner Position/Title: Owner/Proprietor Investment Related: No Start Date: 02/01/2018 Hours per month devoted to this business: 11-20 Hours per month devoted to this business during trading hours: 0-1 Description of duties: My wife and I remodel and build houses for profit
(6) The Clarus Insurance Group, LLC, Non Investment-Related, Same Address, Insurance Firm, Licensed Insurance Professional, Start Date: 08/2023, 10 HRS/Month, 10 HRS/Month During Trading Hours, Sale of Insurance Products

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Primary Firm SEC Registration

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THE CLARUS GROUP

CLARUS WEALTH GROUP | THE CLARUS GROUP, INC. | THE CLARUS GROUP

CRD#: 310163 / SEC#: 801-119388
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (9/2/2020 Approved)

State Registrations and Notice Filings

Listed states reflect where the advisor is authorized to serve clients under state regulations.
IAR
means the advisor is registered as an Investment Advisor Representative in this state and is authorized to provide investment advice to clients there.
IAR
Texas
(4/3/2023)

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Exams

Financial professionals may take different exams throughout their careers based on the types of services they provide and roles they perform.

Series 66 — Uniform Combined State Law Examination

Passed Jan 2008About the Series 66 exam

Series 63 — Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination

Passed Dec 2004About the Series 63 exam

SIE — Securities Industry Essentials Examination

Passed Oct 2018About the SIE exam

Series 7 — General Securities Representative Examination

Passed Jan 2008About the Series 7 exam

Series 6 — Investment Company Products/Variable Contracts Representative Examination

Passed Oct 2004About the Series 6 exam

Series 10 — General Securities Sales Supervisor - General Module Examination

Passed Sep 2012About the Series 10 exam

Series 9 — General Securities Sales Supervisor - Options Module Examination

Passed Aug 2012About the Series 9 exam

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA

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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

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