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David J. Vartanian
PRINCIPAL SECURITIES
Visalia, CA 93291
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CRD#: 7329459
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Professional summary
David James Vartanian, who also goes by Davy Vartanian, is a registered financial advisor currently at PRINCIPAL SECURITIES, INC. located in Visalia, California.
David is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2021. David has worked at 1 firm and has passed the Series 66, Series 7TO and SIE exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Davy Vartanian
Other business activities
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**Fixed Insurance; Not Investment Related; Visalia, CA; Agent; Fixed Life, DI, Annuity, LTC, Group Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k; Start Date: 03/01/2021; 100 hrs per month; 100 during trading hours. **COS FOUNDATION BOARD POSITION: Board Member NATURE: Board Member/Officer/Director of an Organization INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 3 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 02/16/2023 ADDRESS: 915 S Mooney Blvd, Visalia CA 93277, United States DESCRIPTION: The purpose is to assist the COS Foundation in fulfilling its purpose to raise funds for the college and its programs, and to disburse those funds appropriately. Duties will include engaging support for the foundation, developing and maintaining policies and procedures for the board, and ensuring effective execution of the Foundation's purpose. **COS FOUNDATION INVESTMENT COMMITTEE POSITION: Investment Committee Volunteer NATURE: Board Member/Officer/Director of an Organization INVESTMENT RELATED: Yes NUMBER OF HOURS: 3 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 02/16/2023 ADDRESS: 915 S Mooney Blvd, Visalia CA 93277, United States DESCRIPTION: The purpose is to assist the COS Foundation Board staff in developing, monitoring, and modifying the Foundation's investment policy. The Foundation's investments are managed by an outside firm, and the Investment Committee exists to ensure proper alignment between the Foundation's goals and its investments. **CENTRAL VALLEY STRATEGIC WEALTH (DBA) POSITION: Financial Advisor NATURE: All except Attorney and Tax prep INVESTMENT RELATED: Yes NUMBER OF HOURS: 160 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 8 START DATE: 07/01/2024 ADDRESS: 134 N Akers St, Visalia CA 93291, United States DESCRIPTION: Same as my existing business activities under a new name.
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
February 23, 2021 - Present
PRINCIPAL SECURITIES, INC.
Office #1: 134 N Akers St, Visalia, CA 93291RIA
BD
CRD#: 1137
Visalia, CA
Current
February 1, 2021 - Present
PRINCIPAL SECURITIES, INC.
Office #1: 134 N Akers St, Visalia, CA 93291RIA
BD
CRD#: 1137
Visalia, 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".
PRINCIPAL SECURITIES, INC.
BLC EQUITY SERVICES CORPORATION | PRINCOR FINANCIAL/ SERVICES CORPORATION | PRINCOR FINANCIAL SERVICES CORPORATION | PRINCIPAL SECURITIES, INC. | PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL SERVICES CORPORATION
CRD#: 1137 / SEC#: 801-54949, 8-13975
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (10/10/1997 Approved)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Kansas City 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(10/2/2023)
RR
California(2/23/2021)
IAR
California(2/23/2021)
RR
Colorado(8/14/2025)
RR
Kansas(12/20/2023)
RR
Kentucky(6/7/2023)
RR
Missouri(8/4/2023)
RR
Nevada(10/21/2025)
RR
New Jersey(10/6/2023)
RR
North Carolina(10/16/2025)
RR
Tennessee(3/7/2025)
RR
Texas(6/21/2022)
IAR
Texas(6/21/2022)
RR
Utah(1/22/2025)
RR
Virginia(3/14/2025)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 7TO
Date: 1/30/2021
General Securities Representative ExaminationGeneral Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
PRINCIPAL SECURITIES, INC.
BLC EQUITY SERVICES CORPORATION | PRINCOR FINANCIAL/ SERVICES CORPORATION | PRINCOR FINANCIAL SERVICES CORPORATION | PRINCIPAL SECURITIES, INC. | PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL SERVICES CORPORATION
CRD#: 1137 / SEC#: 801-54949, 8-13975
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (10/10/1997 Approved)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Kansas City district office)
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Contact information
Main Address
711 High Street, Des Moines, IA 50392
Mailing Address
Principal Financial Group 711 High Street, Des Moines, IA 50392-2080
Phone number
(888) 774-6267
Established
Iowa since 05/01/1968
Firm type
Corporation
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Large
# of Employees
1,436
SEC notice filing (51 States and Territories)
FINRA licenses (52 States and Territories)
Documents
Direct owners and executive officers
| Name | Position | CRD# |
|---|---|---|
| PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. | OWNER | |
| AGRAWAL, VIVEK | DIRECTOR | 8050381 |
| CLAIRE, CHAD THOMAS | CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER | 7219218 |
| DROGAN, THOMAS JOHN | CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER | 2760482 |
| FRIEDRICH, AMY CHRISTINE | DIRECTOR | 7097797 |
| LAWLER, CODY ANTHONY | HEAD OF SUPERVISION, HEAD OF OPERATIONS | 5162072 |
| MCCULLUM, KENNETH ALLEN | DIRECTOR | 4695257 |
| MURRAY, MICHAEL FRANCIS | PRESIDENT/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER/CHAIR | 2074275 |
| RANTS, DOUGLAS JOHN | CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER | 7148529 |
| ROBERTS, DAWN MARIE | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 7929617 |
| SCHELHAAS, NATHAN PAUL | DIRECTOR | 7275495 |
| SPADAFORA, CRAIG ALAN | SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT / HEAD OF ADVISORY AND PLATFORM | 3184320 |
| VANWINKLE, DANIEL SIMON | PSI AML OFFICER | 4715191 |
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 63,730 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 14,827,718,110 |
Disclosures
| Regulatory Event | 9 |
| Arbitration | 3 |
| Bond | 3 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 09/26/2025 | ||
| 10/28/2024 | ||
| 11/28/2023 | ||
| 09/22/2023 | ||
| 12/20/2022 |
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Company Information
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