Edward Jones / Andrew Schlafer, Eau Claire, WI

If you think Edward Jones is like every other large investment firm, think again. We are a leader in the financial-services industry, but we take a personal approach to business, an approach that starts with a face-to-face meeting between a financial advisor and you.

We believe that building long-term relationships with our nearly 7 million clients is key to serving their needs. Whether it's in the United States or Canada, we're located in the communities where you live and work because that's the best way to get to know you and to help you reach your financial goals.

Edward Jones serves nearly 7 million investors and we have more offices than any other investment firm in America. We attribute a great deal of our success to our principles and personal, long-term approach to investing.

Edward Jones has consistently been ranked among the best companies to work for by FORTUNE Magazine and our employees tend to stay with us for years. Since we're still a privately owned company, Edward Jones has a very personal feel that's almost like family. And we're very proud of that.

Edward Jones / Andrew Schlafer is a member of Eau Claire Area Chamber of commerce Since 2001.