Edward Jones financial advisor Stuart O’Neal of Washington recently received the firm’s exclusive Field Trainer Award for his efforts in voluntarily training new financial advisors.

Only 1,434 of the firm’s more than 15,000 financial advisors received the award.

Jim Weddle, Edward Jones’ managing partner, said, “Stuart is an outstanding member of the Edward Jones team. We couldn’t grow at the rate we’ve achieved if we didn’t have people like Stuart who remember what it was like to start out, and who give unselfishly so others can realize the success he has enjoyed.”

“When you work for a firm that is known for its outstanding service, it’s quite an honor to be singled out for your service record,” O’Neal said.

Weddle added, “Stuart is an outstanding member of the Edward Jones team who personifies an ideal financial advisor, someone who is 100-percent dedicated to serving the financial needs of his clients. I am very pleased to present this well-deserved award.”

Edward Jones, a Fortune 500 company, provides financial services for individual investors in the United States and, through its affiliate, in Canada. Every aspect of the firm’s business, from the types of investment options offered to the location of branch offices, is designed to cater to individual investors in the communities in which they live and work. The firm’s 15,000-plus financial advisors work directly with more than 7 million clients.