Jackson rep receives specialist designation

Thomas Novak of the financial services firm Edward Jones in Jackson has achieved the professional designation of accredited asset management specialist. Novak completed the AAMS Professional Education Program from the Denver-based College for Financial Planning. Those who complete the program, pass a final exam and sign a code of ethics and disclosure form earn the AAMS designation. Study topics include understanding the asset management process and understanding asset allocation and strategies. Edward Jones is based in St. Louis.