Chris S. Collins
STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC | Vice President, Financial Consultant
WEBSTER, NY
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CRD#: 5189512
Professional summary
Chris Scott Collins, who also goes by Chris Scott Collins, Christopher Scott Collins, is a registered financial advisor currently at STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC located in Webster, New York and FIDELITY BROKERAGE SERVICES LLC located in Rochester, New York.
Chris is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2006. Chris has worked at 4 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 63, SIE, Series 7, Series 6, Series 10 and Series 9 exams.
Biography
I help investors create comprehensive financial plans based on their goals and circumstances. My collaborative process identifies opportunities to improve outcomes and culminates in a customized recommendation. Thorough analysis, communication, and ongoing support are critical to the relationship I provide.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Chris Scott Collins | Christopher Scott Collins
Other business activities
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Certified licenses
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NoneEducation
University of Rochester
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Strategy
2017
Penn State University
History and English - Liberal Arts
2006
Experience
Current
March 31, 2025 - Present
STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC
Office #2: 2780 Monroe Ave Suite 201, Rochester, NY 14618RIA
CRD#: 104555
WEBSTER, NY
Current
February 4, 2009 - Present
FIDELITY BROKERAGE SERVICES LLC
Office #1: 2780 Monroe Ave Suite 201, Rochester, NY 14618BD
CRD#: 7784
Rochester, NY
Past
July 16, 2020 - March 31, 2025
FIDELITY PERSONAL AND WORKPLACE ADVISORS
RIA
CRD#: 288590
ROCHESTER, NY
Past
September 6, 2006 - July 10, 2008
WADDELL & REED
BD
CRD#: 866
ROCHESTER, NY
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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SA
STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC
CROSBY ADVISORS | STRATEGIC ADVISERS, INC. | STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC | STRATEGIC ADVISERS INC. | SAME | PORTFOLIO PLANNER | PORTFOLIO ADVISORY SERVICES/PAS | PORTFOLIO ADVISORY SERVICES | FIDELITY PRIVATE PORTFOLIO SERVICES | FIDELITY PORTFOLIO SELECTOR | FIDELITY PORTFOLIO PLANNER | FIDELITY FUNDS MANAGERPROGRAM
CRD#: 104555 / SEC#: 801-13243
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/11/1977 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.RR
indicates the advisor is registered as a Registered Representative in this state, allowing them to offer securities such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds through a broker-dealer.Visual representation of state registrations
RR
Alaska(4/23/2020)
RR
California(4/23/2020)
RR
Colorado(4/23/2020)
RR
Connecticut(2/12/2021)
RR
District of Columbia(4/23/2020)
RR
Florida(2/4/2009)
RR
Georgia(10/8/2021)
RR
Idaho(3/2/2024)
RR
Illinois(8/8/2020)
RR
Louisiana(2/4/2020)
RR
Maine(4/23/2020)
RR
Maryland(7/28/2025)
RR
Massachusetts(3/16/2018)
RR
Montana(4/23/2020)
RR
Nevada(1/4/2019)
RR
New Hampshire(7/23/2013)
RR
New Jersey(4/23/2020)
RR
New York(2/4/2009)
IAR
New York(3/31/2025)
RR
North Carolina(4/11/2014)
RR
Ohio(4/24/2020)
RR
Pennsylvania(2/4/2009)
RR
South Carolina(2/12/2021)
RR
South Dakota(10/9/2020)
RR
Tennessee(2/12/2021)
RR
Texas(3/20/2020)
IAR
Texas(3/31/2025)
RR
Utah(3/25/2023)
RR
Vermont(10/23/2019)
RR
Virginia(11/16/2020)
RR
Washington(4/23/2020)
RR
Wisconsin(4/23/2020)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
SRO Registrations
RR
New York Stock Exchange
Current Firm
SA
STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC
CROSBY ADVISORS | STRATEGIC ADVISERS, INC. | STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC | STRATEGIC ADVISERS INC. | SAME | PORTFOLIO PLANNER | PORTFOLIO ADVISORY SERVICES/PAS | PORTFOLIO ADVISORY SERVICES | FIDELITY PRIVATE PORTFOLIO SERVICES | FIDELITY PORTFOLIO SELECTOR | FIDELITY PORTFOLIO PLANNER | FIDELITY FUNDS MANAGERPROGRAM
CRD#: 104555 / SEC#: 801-13243
RIA
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Contact information
Main Address
155 Seaport Blvd, Boston, MA 02210-2698
Mailing Address
Phone number
(617) 563-7000
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
16,291
SEC notice filing (52 States and Territories)
Documents
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 2,486,631 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 1,067,664,605,590 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 09/24/2025 |
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Company Information
STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC
Vice President, Financial ConsultantCRD#: 104555Webster, NYTRUST BUT VERIFY
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