NORTHAMPTON — Laura Townes, an Edward Jones financial advisor in Northampton, recently received the firm’s exclusive Spirit of Caring Award, designed to recognize financial advisors who exemplify the values, culture, and spirit of giving back.

Townes has demonstrated unyielding dedication to giving back, which has positively impacted her clients, colleagues, and community. The award is given to only one financial advisor in each of the firm’s 334 regions and is determined by a vote of their peers.

“Edward Jones is a partnership. That structure is not just financial; it’s a philosophy,” Townes said. “We work together, help each other, and all share in the rewards of working with long-term individual investors. That brings out the best in everyone. I am humbled to be this year’s recipient of the Spirit of Caring Award.”

Townes was presented with the award at her Edward Jones regional meeting in Hampden.

Jennifer Ewers

NORTHAMPTON — Edward Jones Financial Advisor Laura Townes announced that a new financial advisor, Jennifer Ewers, has joined her office at 6 Market St. in Northampton.

“I’m looking forward to working with Laura Townes and Joanne Saraiva and meeting investors in this area,” Ewers said. “I admire their commitment to doing what’s right for clients, and I believe working with them will make me a better financial advisor.”