D. Clarke Browne
Advisor at Merrill — Hunt Valley, MD 11333 McCormick Rd
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Credentials
Series 63, Series 65
Experience Industry experience
15 years
Location
Hunt Valley, MD 21031
Merrill
Institution
D. Clarke Browne is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining the firm in 2013, he has focused his practice on assisting corporate executives, business owners, wealthy families, and retirees, while also providing fiduciary services for corporate retirement plans. Clarke’s approach begins with developing a comprehensive financial strategy grounded in personal balance sheet and cash flow analysis, followed by customized investment strategies that balance potential returns and risk. He emphasizes ongoing client reviews to account for market fluctuations and life changes impacting financial goals.
Clarke has worked in the financial services industry since 2008. His expertise includes corporate executive services, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, legacy planning, portfolio management, and retirement income planning. He supports plan sponsors with fee evaluation, investment selection, plan design, and employee education related to corporate retirement plans. Clarke holds several professional certifications: Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®), Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). The CPWA® and CIMA® certifications were completed in conjunction with The University of Chicago Booth School of Business and The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, respectively.
He earned a bachelor's degree in history from Augsburg College and a Master of Business Administration from Montreat College. Clarke also holds a master's degree from Hazelden Graduate School of Addiction Studies. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys cooking, fishing, golfing, hiking, music, running, and spending time with his family.
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Hunt Valley, MD 11333 McCormick Rd
11333 McCormick Rd, Ci Client Management
Hunt Valley MD 21031
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