• Neosho Edward Jones Financial Advisor Returns from Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Conference

Neosho Edward Jones financial advisor Returns from Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Conference


Edward Jones Financial Advisor Rachel E. Dobbs recently returned from the firm's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Conference, which recognizes and celebrates engagement and leadership in DEI efforts.

From the approximately 52,000 associates at Edward Jones, 350 were invited to attend. They gained insights, tools and resources to strengthen their DEI acumen through interactive panel discussions, presentations, workshops and networking sessions.

"Our unwavering support for diversity, equity and inclusion comes to life on many different fronts all across our organization," said Jennifer Kingston, the Edward Jones principal who leads DEI. "Every one of our attendees at this year's conference will have a different story to tell about their efforts to make a difference for people from diverse cultures and backgrounds. And all are making a positive impact for our clients and colleagues, and in their communities."

Attendees, which included financial advisors, branch team support members and home-office associates, were invited based on efforts they've undertaken in one or more of three areas: continuous learning, inclusive leadership and behaviors, and diverse representation.

The conference was held Sep. 27-29, 2023 in St. Louis.

Dobbs can be reached at 417-455-9320 or rachel.dobbs@edwardjones.com. You may also visit her website at www.edwardjones.com/rachel-dobbs.

Rachel Dobbs' office is located at 421 Fairground Rd. in Neosho, Missouri.

Edward Jones is a leading financial services firm in the U.S. and through its affiliate in Canada. The firm's nearly 19,000 financial advisors serve more than 8 million clients with a total of $1.8 trillion in client assets under care at the end of June 2023. Edward Jones' purpose is to partner for positive impact to improve the lives of its clients and colleagues, and together, better our communities and society. Through the dedication of the firm's approximately 52,000 associates and our branch presence in 68% of U.S. counties, the firm is committed to helping more people achieve financially what is most important to them. The Edward Jones website is at edwardjones.com, and its recruiting website is careers.edwardjones.com. Member SIPC.