Raymond James Financial Services Advisors
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Top advisor by experience in Columbus
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Derek Patrick Smith
Financial advisor at Huntington Financial Advisors
At a glance
Experience23 years (since 2004)
How that compares ?More experience than 74% of advisors at Huntington Financial Advisors
OfficeHome Office OPS OSJ - 41 South High 41 South High Street, 4th Floor, Columbus, OH 43215
How the firm is paid ?Percent of assets
States licensed ?1 state
Services through Huntington Financial Advisors
Investment management for individuals and small businessesInvestment management for businesses and institutionsChoosing other investment managers
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Licenses
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Uniform Combined State Law Examination
Career
- 2012 – nowTHE Huntington Investment CompanyCurrent firm
- Feb 2011 – Apr 2011Chase Investment Services Corp.Previously
- Jan 2010 – Sep 2010Firstmerit Advisors, Inc.Previously
- Oct 2008 – Jan 2010Invest Financial CorporationPreviously
Questions to ask Derek
Tailored to Derek’s registration and firm.
- At a firm this size, will I work with you directly or with a service team?
- If you use outside managers, how are they chosen and what do they cost on top of your fee?
- Where would my money be held, and will I get statements directly from that firm?
- What would I pay in total each year, in dollars, including fund and trading costs?
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About Derek
How do I contact Derek?
Call Huntington Financial Advisors at 800.322.4600 and ask for Derek Patrick Smith. Derek works from the Columbus, OH office.
How long has Derek been a financial advisor?
Derek has been in the industry since 2004, about 23 years. More experience than 74% of advisors at Huntington Financial Advisors.
What licenses does Derek hold?
Series 66. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is Derek a fiduciary?
Derek is registered as an investment advisor representative, which carries a fiduciary duty when giving investment advice.
How is Derek paid?
Huntington Financial Advisors reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage. Ask Derek for your total yearly cost in dollars.
Official record as of October 2, 2026.
This profile is for information only and is not financial advice or a recommendation.
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