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David W. Brink
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
NORWALK, OH 44857
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CRD#: 6676053
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Professional summary
David William Brink is a registered financial advisor currently at CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC located in Norwalk, Ohio and CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC located in Norwalk, Ohio.
David is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2016. David has worked at 6 firms and has passed the Series 66, SIE and Series 7 exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
None
Other business activities
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1) PN FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC POSITION: MEMBER NATURE: FINANCIAL SERVICES INVESTMENT RELATED: Yes NUMBER OF HOURS: 10 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 1 START DATE: 05/01/2016 ADDRESS: 257 Benedict Avenue, Bldg D, Norwalk OH , United States DESCRIPTION: This entity will operate our financial services business operations 2) PHRF/JAM FLEET - SSC POSITION: Treasurer/Secretary NATURE: The PHRF/JAM Fleet - SSC is an internal "section" of the Sandusky Sailing Club which organizes sailboat racing for a specific group of sailors/boats. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 1 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 01/01/1985 DESCRIPTION: Treasurer, I collect the annual fees and pay the bills. 3) SANDUSKY CITY SCHOOLS - AUDIT COMMITTEE POSITION: Member of the Audit Committee for Sandusky City SC NATURE: Public school system INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 1 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 01/01/2014 DESCRIPTION: As a member of the Audit Committee we review the auditor's report and recommendations. 4) SANDUSKY JUNIOR SAILORS, INC. POSITION: Treasurer NATURE: The business is a sailing "school". We provide sailing lessons for youth and adults. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 4 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 1 START DATE: 03/01/2008 DESCRIPTION: I am responsible for making deposits of the cash receipts and paying the bills and payroll. 5) SANDUSKY SAILING CLUB, INC. POSITION: Treasurer NATURE: Promotes sailboat racing and cruising INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 4 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 1 START DATE: 01/01/2000 ADDRESS: P.O. Box 814, Sandusky OH 44871-0814, United States DESCRIPTION: As treasurer I am responsible for payment of bills and recording of deposits. I report to the Board and have no voting authority. 6) SERVING OUR SENIORS, INC. POSITION: Treasurer NATURE: Serving Our Seniors, Inc., is a charitable [501(c)(3)] non-profit organization funded mainly by County tax dollars to provide services to County residents age 60 and above. These services include home delivered meals, Medicare selection assistance, handy-man services, etc. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 2 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 1 START DATE: 01/01/2020 ADDRESS: 310 E Boalt Street, Sandusky OH 44870, DESCRIPTION: As Treasurer I am responsible for reviewing invoices and signing checks to pay said invoices. I also prepare monthly financial reports for the Finance Committee and Board of Directors to monitor the financial operations of Serving Our Seniors, Inc. As Treasurer I also serve on the organization's Board of Trustees. 7) PAYNE, NICKLES & COMPANY POSITION: Owner-Accounting & Auditing NATURE: CPA Firm associated with Avantax advisory firm INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 200 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 130 START DATE: 01/02/1986 ADDRESS: 422 W. Market Street, Sandusky OH 44870, United States DESCRIPTION: I am the partner/owner in charge of our Accounting and Auditing practice. I oversee that work to ensure we comply with our professional standards regarding the same.
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
September 5, 2025 - Present
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
Office #1: 257 Benedict Ave Bldg D., Norwalk, OH 44857RIA
CRD#: 105644
NORWALK, OH
Current
September 5, 2025 - Present
CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC
Office #1: 257 Benedict Ave Bldg. D., Norwalk, OH 44857Office #2: 422 W Market St, Sandusky, OH 44870BD
CRD#: 13572
Norwalk, OH
Past
October 25, 2019 - September 5, 2025
AVANTAX ADVISORY SERVICES
RIA
CRD#: 104556
Norwalk, OH
Past
October 25, 2019 - September 5, 2025
AVANTAX INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 13686
Norwalk, OH
Past
November 17, 2016 - October 25, 2019
1ST GLOBAL ADVISORS INC
RIA
CRD#: 111133
Norwalk, OH
Past
November 7, 2016 - October 25, 2019
1ST GLOBAL CAPITAL CORP.
BD
CRD#: 30349
Norwalk, OH
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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CI
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
CETERA ADVISOR NETWORKS | TERRA FINANCIAL PLANNING GROUP LTD | GENWORTH FINANCIAL ADVISERS CORPORATION | FIRST ALLIED ADVISORY SERVICES | CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC | CETERA ADVISORS
CRD#: 105644 / SEC#: 801-20406
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (1/13/1984 Approved)State Registrations and Notice Filings
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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
Ohio(9/5/2025)
IAR
Ohio(9/5/2025)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
CI
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
CETERA ADVISOR NETWORKS | TERRA FINANCIAL PLANNING GROUP LTD | GENWORTH FINANCIAL ADVISERS CORPORATION | FIRST ALLIED ADVISORY SERVICES | CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC | CETERA ADVISORS
CRD#: 105644 / SEC#: 801-20406
RIA
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Contact information
Main Address
1450 American Lane 6th Floor, Suite 650, Schaumburg, IL 60173-2096
Mailing Address
Phone number
(310) 257-7880
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
7,705
SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 584,487 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 163,792,814,520 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2025 | ||
| 12/13/2024 | ||
| 09/26/2023 | ||
| 11/18/2022 |
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Company Information
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
CRD#: 105644Norwalk, OH 44857TRUST BUT VERIFY
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