Large-firm, ESG / Sustainable investing financial advisors in Jacksonville, IL
The right financial advisor for you depends on how you weigh location, expertise, experience, the clients they typically serve, and how they work with you.
If you want your investments to reflect your values, such as environmental or social responsibility, you need an advisor who understands ESG (environmental, social, and governance) criteria deeply. Without this expertise, you might end up with portfolios that claim to be sustainable but don't align with your priorities or risk tolerance. Large-firm advisors often have access to extensive research and resources, which can benefit your investment decisions.
- ESG integration approach. Ask how they incorporate ESG factors into investment selection and portfolio construction, not just as an add-on.
- Impact measurement. Confirm how they track and report the social or environmental outcomes of your investments.
- Risk and return balance. Ensure they balance sustainability goals with your financial objectives, avoiding compromises that could hurt performance.
- Firm resources. Large firms may offer specialized ESG research teams; ask how this expertise supports your portfolio management.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Sarah G
Series 66
Springfield, IL
Merrill
Sarah Goleman specializes in ESG and sustainable investing within a large firm setting, offering a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million. Based in Springfield, IL, she brings seven years of experience and focuses on values-based investing for clients including executives and women professionals. Her credentials and community involvement distinguish her approach from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $860,085
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James H
Series 63, Series 65
Springfield, IL
Primerica Advisors
James Hunt offers expertise in ESG and sustainable investing within a large firm environment, leveraging Primerica Advisors' discretionary asset management and third-party asset manager curation. With 19 years of experience and a fee structure combining advisory and program fees totaling 1.74%, he serves individual and high-net-worth clients from Springfield, IL, providing a balance of sustainability and financial objectives.
Experience: 20 years
Avg account: $228,117
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Kevin C
Series 63, Series 66
Springfield, IL
Edward Jones
Kevin Corbin specializes in ESG and sustainable investing within a large firm, Edward Jones, which manages over $1 trillion in assets and serves a diverse client base. With 23 years of experience and credentials including Series 63 and 66, he also offers expertise in retirement income strategy and estate planning, providing a broad wealth management approach beyond ESG investing.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $246,728
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