Speakman receives awards

PARIS — Edward Jones Financial Advisor Joel T. Speakman of Oxford County recently received several awards.

He received the TNT Client Development Award for his outstanding service efforts over the past year. The award derives its name from firm legends who, in the 1950s, traveled the Midwest from Tuesday through Thursday each week, becoming known as "TNT" brokers. "When you work for a firm that is known for its outstanding service," Speakman said, "it's quite an honor to be singled out for your service record."

Jim Weddle, Edward Jones' managing partner, added, "Joel is an outstanding member of the Edward Jones team who personifies the 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."

Speakman also received the firm's Eagle Award for his "clear vision of both client and business goals" over the past year. Speakman was one of only 1,187 of the firm's more than 12,000 financial advisors to receive the award.

He also won the firm's Ted Jones Entrepreneurial Award for his exceptional achievement in building client relationships. "It's truly an honor to be recognized for building relationships with those clients we serve," said Speakman. "And it is also quite inspirational to receive an award named after a firm legend such as Ted Jones who was so innovative and recognized the need for quality financial advice for long-term individual investors."

"Joel's success hinges on his ability to know and understand the financial needs and goals of his clients, long-term individual investors," said Weddle.  "Our clients most appreciate recommendations tailored to their situations and the high level of personal service Joel provides."

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