Edward D. Jones (founder)

Edward D. Jones was the founder of Edward Jones, a financial services firm specializing in personal investment advising. He started the company in 1922 with the goal of providing individual investors with personalized, accessible, and trustworthy financial guidance. Jones emphasized building long-term relationships through local offices and personalized service, which helped the firm grow into one of the largest in the United States. His approach focused on understanding clients’ needs and providing conservative, disciplined investment strategies. Today, Edward Jones is known for its client-centric model, rooted in the principles that Edward D. Jones established decades ago.