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Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
A World of Individuals
A.G. Edwards recognizes that the world is made up of individuals, all unique in their experiences, talents and knowledge. We're committed to reflecting this diversity in our client base, work force, business relationships and community involvement. Not only is it the right thing to do, but we know that by supporting and embracing that diversity, we'll end up serving a growing population and strengthening the company's future.
A Diverse Client Base
Everyone needs a financial strategy, regardless of income level, culture, race or religion. It's our goal to help each individual develop his or her own strategy and achieve his or her financial goals.
A Diverse Work Force
Our goal is to develop a diverse, multicultural work force made up of individuals with different backgrounds and perspectives. We want our employees to reflect our society and the communities we serve. This will provide us with the knowledge and experience we need to be prepared for the future.
We also have policies and practices in place that support diversity and inclusion in the work force:
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• Nondiscrimination policy
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• Policy of promoting from within
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• Harassment-free work environment
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• Tuition assistance program
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• Complaint-resolution procedures
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• Internal training programs and on-site learning center
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• Internal job postings
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• Profit-sharing plan available to all employees
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• Internal transfer policy
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• Domestic partner benefits
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Diverse Business Relationships
A.G. Edwards believes in supporting entrepreneurship. Through our supplier diversity initiative, we establish business relationships with companies owned by women and minorities. We actively monitor our purchasing activities and make a concerted effort to continue to offer opportunities to these companies to compete for our business. We have also developed partnerships with organizations such as the chambers of commerce, Hispanic Leaders Group, Urban League Young Professionals Groups, Black and Hispanic MBAs, Black Accountants, and Professional Organization of Women.
A Diverse Community
We believe in supporting and giving back to the communities we serve. That means working with a variety of civic organizations and nonprofit groups that represent a wide range of people and giving to community organizations through our Corporate Giving Program.