Special to the WJH
Edward Jones financial advisor John Pfaff of Waycross was named among the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors in 2025.
Pfaff ranked No. 56 in Georgia. This is his first time being named to this prestigious list.
“I became an Edward Jones financial advisor to help the people in my community feel confident in their financial lives and secure about their future,” Pfaff said. “It’s challenging but fulfilling work, and now to receive this kind of statewide recognition is a highlight in my career. I thank my branch team for their unwavering support and our clients for putting their trust in us.”
Pfaff has served area investors for the past 38 years.
To compile the rankings, SHOOK Research (https://www.forbes.com/site/rjsho ok/2024/04/03/methodology-besti n-stte-wealth-advisors-2024/?sh=64ec1f893fa4) analysts conducted individual interviews with nominees.
Criteria which determined the final list included industry experience, best practices, compliance records and assets under care.
Edward Jones is a leading North American financial services firm with more than 20,000 financial advisors.
The firm serves more than nine million clients with a total of $2.2 trillion in client assets under care as of Dec. 31, 2024.
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 55,000 associates and our branch presence in 68% of U.S. counties and most Canadian provinces and territories, the firm is committed to helping more people achieve financially what is most important to them.
The Edward Jones website is at www.edwardjones.com, and its recruiting website is www.careers.edwardjones. com. Member SIPC.
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors in Georgia in One year, published 1st trimester each year, research by SHOOK Research LLC, data as of June of prior year. Compensation provided for using, not obtaining the rating.
The rating is not based on quality of investment advice, investment performance or client feedback.
The rating is based on an algorithm of qualitative criteria gained through interviews with the financial advisor, quantitative data such as revenue trends and assets under management, and other factors including compliance record.
