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2020 Corporate Equality Index

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Edward Jones joins the ranks of 680 major U.S. businesses that received top marks in the HRC Foundation’s 18th Annual Scorecard on LGBTQ Workplace Equality.

Edward Jones received a score of 100 percent on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2020 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ workplace equality.

“To deliver an incredible Edward Jones client experience, we must foster an inclusive environment where associates are nurtured and can bring their best selves to work,” said Kristin Johnson, Edward Jones Chief Human Resources Officer. “We continue to invest in programs that build community and support the development of our associates. These programs provide professional impact, opportunities for mentorship and networking, increase client retention and create a sense of belonging within the firm. When associates are comfortable bringing their best selves to their work, they can bring their best to our clients and the families we are privileged to serve.”

The CEI rates companies and top law firms on detailed criteria falling under five broad categories:

Non-discrimination policies
Employment benefits
Demonstrated organizational competency and accountability around LGBTQ diversity and inclusion
Public commitment to LGBTQ equality
Responsible citizenship

Edward Jones offers domestic partner benefits, transgender inclusive benefits and associate volunteer self-identification. Established in 2014, the firm’s 600-plus strong LGBT+ and Allies Business Resource Group, which regularly meets to cultivate relationships, generate ideas and develop strategies to build and retain an inclusive workforce, champions Edward Jones’ participation in, and sponsorship of, the St. Louis and Tempe Pride parades.

The results of this year’s CEI showcase how 1,059 U.S.-based companies are promoting LGBTQ-friendly workplace policies in the U.S. and abroad.

The full report is available online at www.hrc.org/cei.

Edward Jones Named to ‘2020 Training Top 125’ for 20th Consecutive Year

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Edward Jones Connection:

Edward Jones Named to ‘2020 Training Top 125’ for 20th Consecutive Year

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Edward Jones once again has been named a top company for training. The firm ranked No. 25 on Training magazine’s 2020 Training Top 125 list.

On the prestigious list for the 20th consecutive year, Edward Jones was the top-ranked financial services firm.

We believe truly amazing things can happen when associates are given the opportunity to unlock their potential through continuous learning, mentoring and professional development.

-Kristin Johnson, Edward Jones Chief Human Resources Officer

Training magazine announced the winning companies Feb. 24 at a black-tie awards gala during its Training 2020 Conference & Expo in Orlando, FL. The magazine ranks companies’ excellence in employer-sponsored training and development programs tied to corporate strategic goals and business impact.

“We believe truly amazing things can happen when associates are given the opportunity to unlock their potential through continuous learning, mentoring and professional development,” Edward Jones Chief Human Resources Officer Kristin Johnson said. “We are honored to be recognized in this way – but the real winners are our clients who benefit from associates who have the training, tools and support to help them achieve their most important financial and life goals.”

Edward Jones consistently earns high marks as an employer of choice in national rankings. For the 21st year, Edward Jones was named one of FORTUNE magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For 2020.” The firm took the No. 7 overall spot on the exclusive ranking.

#1 in Employee Advisor Satisfaction among Financial Investment Firms

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Edward Jones Connection:

#1 in Employee Advisor Satisfaction among Financial Investment Firms

For the 11th time, Edward Jones ranks “Highest in Employee Advisor Satisfaction among Financial Investment Firms” by J.D. Power.

Edward Jones financial advisors gave the highest satisfaction ratings in all the six study categories, with an overall score of 920 points out of 1,000. This compares to the employee average of 711. Edward Jones was among the 7 employee channel firms captured in the J.D. Power 2020 U.S. Financial Advisor Satisfaction Study.

“This is a genuine honor because it demonstrates that Edward Jones is a place of belonging, which is a priority we’ve set for ourselves,” said Edward Jones Principal Chuck Orban. “Even as our firm has grown to more than 18,200 U.S. financial advisors, our culture allows us to work in partnership to provide world-class service and advice. As a result, financial advisors are empowered to develop deep relationships with clients over the arc of their lives, knowing they are making a meaningful difference both with their clients and in their communities. We believe that’s key to why financial advisors stay with Edward Jones.”

This is a genuine honor because it demonstrates that Edward Jones is a place of belonging, which is a priority we’ve set for ourselves.

-Chuck Orban, Principal, Edward Jones

Between January and April 2020, financial advisors were asked to rate their firms in terms of leadership and culture, products and marketing, professional development, operational support, technology, and compensation.

Among the categories measured, Edward Jones’ ranked highest in all of them, and a full 10 percentage points higher than the 2020 employee average.

Edward Jones has been the top performer among employee channel firms in 11 J.D. Power advisor satisfaction studies, which were completed in 2007, 2008, 2010, 2012-2015, 2017-2020.

Learn more about working as a financial advisor as a new career or why you should consider moving your practice to Edward Jones as an experienced advisor.

We’re #7 on FORTUNE’s 2020 Best Places to Work List

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Edward Jones Connection:

We’re #7 on FORTUNE’s 2020 Best Places to Work List

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For the 21st time, Edward Jones is named one of the 2020 FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For® by Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE magazine. Edward Jones took the No. 7 spot on the prestigious list, the 16th year the firm has ranked in the top 10.

Great Place to Work®, a global people analytics and consulting firm, analyzed responses from more than 650,000 employees at Great Place to Work-CertifiedTM organizations across the US. The firm evaluated more than 60 elements of team members’ experience on the job. These included the extent to which employees trust leaders, the respect with which people are treated, the fairness of workplace decisions, and how much camaraderie there is among the team.

Rankings are based on employees’ feedback. Workplaces are recognized for including all employees, regardless of their role in the organization.

“It’s critical that we foster an associate workplace experience – like the experience we create for our clients – of feeling understood, informed, secure and in control in their professional lives,” said Edward Jones Managing Partner Penny Pennington. “As managing partner, it is my role to create an environment that unlocks the potential of our associates and creates a sense of belonging for all. We attract, hire and retain many talented people with diverse perspectives, and this cultivates an environment of openness, creativity, innovation and trust. It is humbling to be recognized for our leadership, continuous learning and providing a sense of belonging for all as we seek to create an exceptional client and associate experience.”

The FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For® list is one of a series of rankings by Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE Magazine based on employee feedback. Edward Jones also was ranked as a Best Workplace for Millennials, Parents, and in the Financial Services and Insurance industry by Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE in 2019.

“The 100 Best show the way forward,” said Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place to Work®. “These companies have created Great Places to Work for All—for everyone, no matter who a person is or what they do for the organization. As a result, they have built a path to realize the promise of artificial intelligence, gain strength from a diversity of perspectives, and thrive during downturns.”

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