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About James

I first learned of Edward Jones in 2000 when a new financial advisor introduced himself while walking through my neighborhood. Years later, I became his client because he intrigued me with his focus on personal service and quality-oriented, long-term investments from his local office. With my background in finance, the same financial advisor later encouraged me to join the firm. In 2016, and I became an Edward Jones financial advisor.

As a biology graduate from Hofstra University, I realized I was more suited for numbers, problem-solving and teaching. I've been educating since 1996, teaching scuba diving and line dancing. In addition...

Focus Areas

  • Retirement Savings Strategies
  • Business Retirement Plans
  • Wealth Strategies
  • Retirement Income Strategies
  • Insurance & Annuities
  • College Savings

Work History

  • Edward JonesMarch 2016 to Current

Education

  • Hofstra UniversityBachelor of Arts

Personal Interests

  • Music
  • Mountain Biking
  • Scuba Diving
  • Wine Collecting/Enthusiast
  • Skiing

Team Members

  • Ellen Broderick
    Branch Office Administrator

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Office Information

Hours

Office Hours
WeekdayAvailability
Mon 08:30AM - 05:00PM
Tue 08:30AM - 05:00PM
Wed 08:30AM - 05:00PM
Thu 08:30AM - 05:00PM
Fri 08:30AM - 05:00PM
Sat By Appointment Only
Sun Closed

Additional Hours

  • Evenings
  • Weekends

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