WESTFIELD – Edward Jones Financial Advisor Jayson M Astel of Westfield was named among the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors in 2025.
‘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,’ Astel 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.’
Jayson has served area investors for the past 15 years.
‘My priority is to work one-on-one with our clients to make a positive difference in their lives,’ Astel said. ‘It’s a wonderful source of pride to be recognized by Forbes for the specific aspects of our work that they measure.’
Jayson is supported by his client support team, which includes Gabriel Eriksson, Associate Financial Advisor, Nicole Sinnott, Client Concierge and Kim Navarro, Client Account Administrator..
To compile the rankings, SHOOK Research analysts conducted individual interviews with nominees. Criteria that 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 9 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 percent 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 NJ in 2025, 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.
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