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Eric Matthew Mcdermott

Eric M. Mcdermott

PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC
Campbell, CA 95008
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CRD#: 5854797
Eric Matthew Mcdermott

Professional summary


Eric Matthew Mcdermott, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, who also goes by Eric M Mcdermott, is a registered financial advisor currently at PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC located in Campbell, California.

Eric is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2011. Eric has worked at 1 firm and has passed the Series 66, Series 63, SIE, Series 7, Series 6 and Series 24 exams.

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Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Eric M Mcdermott

Other business activities


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. APN (Advanced Practice Network)-Managing Partner - APN also does business as (DBA) "Fiscalyze." APN/Fiscalyze focuses on providing financial insights platforms and client experiences for the financial services and related industries,. Start:04/07/2016, Address: 333 N. Indian Hill Blvd. Claremont, CA 91711, Hrs per month - Tot/Bus: 20/5, Not investment related, 2. Fiscal Advantage, LLC-Business performance analytical software consulting and marketing,. Start: 01/03/2017, Address: 333 North Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont, CA 91711, Hrs per month - tot/bus: 20/5, Not investment related, 3. Pacific Advisors LLC-Guardian mandated holding company for Pacific Advisors Inc., Start: 04/01/2018, Address: 333 North Indian Hill, Claremont, CA 91711, 5 bus hrs per month, Investment related, 4) eMcDermott LLC (DBA NEXTpectations�): Non Industry Related Consulting -This is a sole proprietorship to receive payment/stipends for non industry related consulting subject matter (eg: business, marketing, innovation). Start: 08/01/2018, Address: 406 Charleston Drive, Claremont, CA 91711, 5 total hours per month; 3 during securities trading hours, Not investment related, Less than 10% annual compensation, 5. Insurance Sales-Products other than Guardian, Start: 01/01/2013, Address: 333 N. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont, CA 91711, 1 bus hr per month, Investment related, 6. RetireRight, LLC-Managing Partner - RetireRight focuses on providing financial insights and client experiences for people seeking retirement income strategies,. Start date: 01/11/2019, Address: 408 N. Indian Hill Blvd. Claremont, CA 91711, 2 total hours per month; 2 during securities trading hours, Not investment related, No annual compensation 7) eMcDermott LLC (DBA NEXTpectations�: Public Speaking & Online Content-LLC, Start: 01/01/2019, Address: 406 Charleston Drive Claremont, CA 91711 10 total hours per month; 3 during securities trading hours, Not investment related, Less than 10% annual compensation, 8) eMcDermott LLC (DBA NEXTpectations�): LLC, Start: 07/01/2019, Address: 406 Charleston Drive Claremont, CA 91711, 10 total hours per month; 10 during securities trading hours, Not investment related, Less than 10% annual compensation, 9) eMcDermott LLC (DBA NEXTpectations�): Article Writing, Start: 08/01/2019, Address: 406 Charleston Drive Claremont, CA 91711, 3 total hours per month; 1 during securities trading hours, Not investment related, No annual compensation, 10) eMcDermott LLC (DBA NEX, Address: 406 Charleston Drive Claremont, CA 91711 5 total hours per month; 1 during securities trading hours, Not investment related, Less than 10% annual compensation, 11) Single-Family House Rental Property-Oceanside, CA, Start: 07/01/2011, Address: 402 La Soledad Way, Oceanside, CA 92057, 5 total hours per month; 1 during securities trading hours, Investment related, Less than 10% annual compensation, 12) Named Trustee for the "Mayne Family Trust" , Start: 06/01/2022, Address: 406 Charleston Dr. Claremont, CA 91711, 0 total hours per month; Not investment related, No annual compensation, 13) Informal Board of Advisors Member of Eikona, LLC-General business insights from time to time and list me as a member of his Board of Advisors. This is an informal role, has no set hours, responsibilities, agreements or compensation. Simply offering general, non-financial, business insights from time to time as needed. Start: 06/01/2022, Address: 406 Charleston Dr. Claremont, CA 91711, 1 total hour per month; 0 during securities trading hours, Not investment related, No annual compensation, 14) One Pacific Benefits, LLC- Start: 11/15/2023, Address: TBD, 2 total hour per month; 2 during securities trading hours, Investment related, Less than 10% annual compensation,

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Certified licenses


Advisors may have various certifications and credentials from different organizations. AdvisorCheck highlights these seven certifications - AIF®, CFP®, ChFC®, CFA, CLU®, CIMA®, CPWA®
CFP®

Start date: 2017

Experience


Current

April 28, 2015 - Present

PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC

Office #1: 910 E. Hamilton Avenue Suite 150, Campbell, CA 95008Office #2: 480 N. Indian Hill Blvd Suite 2a, Claremont, CA 91711Office #3: 2875 Michelle Drive Suite 110, Irvine, CA 92606Office #5: 5080 N 40th Street Suite 400, Phoenix, AZ 85018
RIA
BD
CRD#: 46173
Campbell, CA
Current

May 4, 2011 - Present

PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC

Office #1: 910 E. Hamilton Avenue Suite 150, Campbell, CA 95008Office #2: 480 N. Indian Hill Blvd Suite 2a, Claremont, CA 91711Office #3: 2875 Michelle Drive Suite 110, Irvine, CA 92606Office #4: 5080 N 40th Street Suite 400, Phoenix, AZ 85018
RIA
BD
CRD#: 46173
Campbell, CA

Primary Firm SEC Registration


This SEC-registered firm can serve clients nationwide. Some states may require the firm to submit a notice filing if the firm has more than 5 clients or a physical office there. You can view these state-level filings under the section titled "State Registrations and Notice Filings".
PA
PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC
PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC

CRD#: 46173 / SEC#: 801-58108, 8-51324

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/13/2000 Approved)
District of Columbia
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/2/2002 Terminated)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (New York district office)

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
Alabama
(6/4/2018)
RR
Alaska
(6/4/2018)
RR
Arizona
(5/1/2015)
IAR
Arizona
(5/6/2015)
RR
Arkansas
(6/4/2018)
RR
California
(8/10/2011)
IAR
California
(4/28/2015)
RR
Colorado
(5/29/2018)
RR
Connecticut
(6/4/2018)
IAR
Connecticut
(7/23/2019)
RR
Delaware
(5/8/2015)
IAR
Delaware
(5/8/2015)
RR
District of Columbia
(7/21/2015)
IAR
District of Columbia
(7/27/2015)
RR
Florida
(6/4/2018)
IAR
Florida
(10/30/2020)
RR
Georgia
(6/4/2018)
RR
Hawaii
(8/20/2015)
IAR
Hawaii
(8/20/2015)
RR
Idaho
(5/24/2018)
IAR
Idaho
(11/8/2021)
RR
Illinois
(6/4/2018)
IAR
Illinois
(11/8/2021)
RR
Indiana
(6/4/2018)
RR
Iowa
(9/20/2018)
RR
Kansas
(10/13/2014)
RR
Kentucky
(6/4/2018)
RR
Louisiana
(6/4/2018)
RR
Maine
(6/4/2018)
RR
Maryland
(6/4/2018)
IAR
Maryland
(4/23/2020)
RR
Massachusetts
(6/4/2018)
RR
Michigan
(6/4/2018)
RR
Minnesota
(6/4/2018)
IAR
Minnesota
(8/12/2022)
RR
Mississippi
(6/4/2018)
RR
Missouri
(6/4/2018)
RR
Montana
(5/1/2015)
IAR
Montana
(5/1/2015)
RR
Nebraska
(6/4/2018)
RR
Nevada
(5/21/2018)
RR
New Hampshire
(6/4/2018)
RR
New Jersey
(12/24/2015)
IAR
New Jersey
(12/24/2015)
RR
New Mexico
(6/4/2018)
RR
New York
(12/18/2015)
IAR
New York
(4/16/2021)
RR
North Carolina
(6/4/2018)
RR
North Dakota
(6/4/2018)
RR
Ohio
(7/21/2015)
IAR
Ohio
(7/21/2015)
RR
Oklahoma
(6/4/2018)
RR
Oregon
(9/20/2018)
IAR
Oregon
(5/24/2021)
RR
Pennsylvania
(6/4/2018)
RR
Puerto Rico
(12/20/2024)
RR
Rhode Island
(1/3/2019)
RR
South Carolina
(6/4/2018)
RR
South Dakota
(6/4/2018)
RR
Tennessee
(5/8/2015)
RR
Texas
(12/18/2017)
IAR
Texas
(12/18/2017)
RR
Utah
(7/22/2015)
IAR
Utah
(7/22/2015)
RR
Vermont
(6/4/2018)
RR
Virgin Islands
(4/29/2019)
RR
Virginia
(6/4/2018)
RR
Washington
(5/29/2018)
IAR
Washington
(11/12/2019)
RR
West Virginia
(5/1/2019)
RR
Wisconsin
(10/20/2017)
IAR
Wisconsin
(10/20/2017)
RR
Wyoming
(6/4/2018)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 3/20/2015
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


PA
PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC
PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC

CRD#: 46173 / SEC#: 801-58108, 8-51324

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/13/2000 Approved)
District of Columbia
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/2/2002 Terminated)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (New York district office)
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Contact information


Main Address
10 Hudson Yards, New York, NY 10001
Mailing Address
10 Hudson Yards, New York, NY 10001
Phone number
+1 (888) 600-4667
Established
Delaware since 08/20/1998
Firm type
Limited Liability Company
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Large
# of Employees
1,984

SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)


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FINRA licenses (53 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / FINRA)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

PAS FORM ADV REVISED FIRM BROCHURE (3/19/2025)

Direct owners and executive officers


NamePositionCRD#
THE GUARDIAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICAOWNER
BOGGS, ALLEN WARRENHEAD OF PRODUCT & SUPERVISION4751363
CASWELL, MARIANNE GRACEPRESIDENT AND ELECTED MEMBER6424651
DAVARASHVILI, KATEFINOP/PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL OFFICER.5642325
DESROCHERS, CARLELECTED MEMBER7807194
GALLO, JOSEPH MICHAELCHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER3108044
HERGAN, JOSHUA NEILGENERAL COUNSEL4572643
LESINA, LEYLA ADAELECTED MEMBER3004323
MAHER, CARLY PRITCHARDHEAD OF WEALTH MANAGEMENT STRATEGY AND BUSINESS OPERATIONS4003223
PERRY, MICHAEL ANDREWELECTED MEMBER2688179
RYNIKER, MICHAEL JOHNPRINCIPAL OPERATIONS OFFICER2474604

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts71,074
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 14,998,852,974

Disclosures


Regulatory Event20
Arbitration3

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
11/25/2025
Cover Page
01/22/2025
11/15/2023

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Company Information


PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC

CRD#: 46173Campbell, CA 95008

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