Our colleagues are our greatest asset in serving our clients. Our overarching goal is to be a place where every colleague feels valued, respected, seen, and heard.<\/p>\n
Our Business Resource Groups (BRGs) are firm-sponsored, associate-led affinity groups devoted to professional development and growth, associate recruiting and retention, and community engagement.<\/p>\n
In 2009, Edward Jones established the first group \u2014 the Black\/African American BRG \u2014 and today all 12 of our BRGs are available for enterprise-wide membership.<\/p>\n
BRG members and allies come together to discuss their unique experiences, provide a space to celebrate shared passions and cultures, and provide co-hosted learning workshops and events year-round.<\/p>\n<\/div>
Participation in any of the BRGs can be as robust as is authentic to each associate. Membership and participation is voluntary. Associates can engage in these groups by sharing insights and knowledge about various cultures or groups, generating ideas to enhance the firm\u2019s ability to attract and deepen a diverse client and associate base, as well as participating in networking and education events.<\/p>\n<\/div>
Expands and highlights API associates and their contributions to the firm\u2019s success by advocating for inclusion, celebrating individual differences and providing a platform to strengthen individual capabilities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Serves a diverse client base by aligning strategies to firm priorities, increasing referrals, providing professional development and community involvement opportunities. The Black\/African American BRG also works to identify cultural nuances and leverage perspectives of our diverse workforce.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Creates a greater level of empathy, understanding and support for caregivers inside the firm, as well as our clients. Works to create a place of belonging for all and stay true to our mantra of \u201cYou Matter\u201d by increasing the firm\u2019s awareness and support for associates who are caring for a loved one(s).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Works to ensure Edward Jones is a firm that leverages each individual\u2019s strengths and abilities, regardless of apparent or non-apparent challenges, to better serve our clients and potential clients.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Engages a wide range of associates to promote education and advocacy surrounding issues pertaining to environmental sustainability, sustainable development, environmental justice and related health impacts.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Celebrates, supports and fosters understanding and acceptance of all faiths, those with no religious affiliation and spiritual diversity among our associates.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Provides personal and professional development opportunities for our Latinx\/Hispanic associates and the communities we serve, while increasing cultural awareness across the firm.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Creates ideas and activities that build meaningful experiences for all associates, clients, inside and outside the firm, through the lens of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer\/questioning, plus associates and LGTBQ+ allies.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Provides awareness and understanding of military members, veterans and military families\u2019 situations while addressing their needs and presenting Edward Jones as an employment opportunity within their community.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Fosters connectedness and career growth throughout the firm to break down locational barriers to create a place of belonging for home-based, hybrid, campus-based and field-based associates to connect with colleagues from across North America, both virtually and locally.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Advocates for women within the firm by educating and empowering associates, facilitating connections among associates and firm leaders. The Women\u2019s BRG also provides leadership opportunities and champions an inclusive environment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Enables the firm to be the first choice of young professionals for their career goals and\/or long-term financial needs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>