This is a paid release.
Rusty Burton, a financial advisor with Edward Jones, has been named one of Kentucky’s 2026 Best-in-State Wealth Advisors by Forbes/SHOOK Research, marking the fourth consecutive year he has received the recognition.
The annual ranking recognizes financial advisors based on factors including industry experience, best practices, compliance records and assets under management. SHOOK Research analysts also conducted individual interviews with nominees as part of the selection process, according to Edward Jones.
“I am honored to receive this recognition,” Burton said. “My priority is to be a trusted, hands-on resource for clients as they make important financial decisions.”
According to the release, the Forbes/SHOOK methodology evaluates advisors using qualitative and quantitative criteria, including interviews, revenue trends, assets under management, compliance records, industry experience and client retention. The rankings are not based on investment performance or client feedback.
Edward Jones said Burton’s recognition places him among the top wealth advisors in Kentucky for 2026.
Edward Jones serves more than 9 million clients across the United States and Canada through more than 20,000 financial advisors. The firm reported managing $2.4 trillion in client assets as of March 27, 2026. It was also ranked No. 1 for advised investor satisfaction among 23 wealth management firms in the 2026 J.D. Power U.S. Investor Satisfaction Study, according to the company.
The Forbes/SHOOK Best-in-State Wealth Advisors rankings are published annually during the first quarter. The 2026 rankings were based on data from June 2025, according to the release. Compensation was provided for use of the ranking, not for obtaining it.
