David Adishian
Advisor at Merrill
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Advisor at Merrill
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Location
El Segundo, CA 90245
Credentials
Series 63, Series 65
Industry experience
29 years
David Adishian is a Wealth Management Advisor and Managing Director leading the Adishian Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. For over two decades, he and his team have provided financial guidance to individuals, executives, entrepreneurs, and their families. Their expertise includes wealth preservation and growth strategies, particularly following significant financial transactions or life events. The group also supports businesses in key industries such as transportation, real estate, apparel, manufacturing, entertainment, technology, and sports with services including lending and cash management.
David holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Economics from the University of California at Santa Barbara, where he graduated with Omicron Delta Epsilon honors, and a Juris Doctor from Pepperdine University School of Law, where he was a Margaret Brock Scholar. He maintains professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor®, and is a member of the State Bar of California. David actively participates in the community through roles with organizations such as the Los Angeles World Affairs Council & Town Hall, the University of California, Santa Barbara Foundation, the Petersen Museum’s CF200 Executive Committee, and the Manhattan Beach Education Foundation.
His approach centers around understanding clients’ life priorities to create personalized financial plans tailored to their goals and aspirations. David has been recognized by Forbes as one of the “Best-in-State Wealth Advisors” for eight consecutive years, reflecting his commitment to delivering consistent, disciplined wealth management services. Outside of his professional work, David enjoys biking, hiking, and spending time with his family.
Based on Merrill
$0 - $2,000,000: 1.10% (for Managed Strategy with MFSA under $2 million) $2,000,000+: 1.00% (for Managed Strategy with MFSA at and above $2 million)
Account minimum: $2,000,000 minimum to qualify for Premium Access Strategy per SEC data and Merrill brochure context; no other firm-wide minimum clearly stated
2301 Rosecrans Ave
El Segundo, CA 90245
California · Texas
Bank Of America, N.a.
2009 - Present (17 years)
Merrill
1996 - Present (30 years)
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