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ORLANDO, FL — July 9, 2026 — An Edward Jones office is under development in Lake Nona, with an anticipated opening in August 2026. The location will bring together several financial advisors and client support team members in a shared space designed to support collaboration and client service.

The office will launch with four financial advisors from across the metropolitan area: Kristina Dhountal, Kristin Akin, Kevin Torres and Shantel Robinson. They are dedicated to serving clients with complex financial needs and offer planning for retirement, wealth protection, business and executive needs, charitable giving and multigenerational legacies.

The expanded layout allows for greater flexibility in meeting complex client needs in the fast‑growing Lake Nona community, home to medical professionals, healthcare leaders, entrepreneurs and families. The approximately 6,370‑square‑foot space will feature a welcoming reception and lounge area, multiple conference rooms to support in‑depth conversations and private financial advisor offices that provide both discretion and professionalism.

“For our Lake Nona clients, financial decisions are often tied to demanding careers, family priorities and long‑term legacy goals,” said Dhountal. “This new office will allow us to serve them in a space that reflects the level of intention, excellence and care that defines how we work.”

The new Lake Nona office reflects Edward Jones’ ongoing commitment to the communities it serves, combining a modern, collaborative environment with a focus on personal relationships. With a 104‑year history, the firm is built on helping clients achieve what matters most.

“Strong financial futures are built through strong relationships,” said Matt Buckland, Edward Jones principal and regional leader. “The Lake Nona office will bring together our history, our people and a forward‑looking design to better serve clients in this exceptional community.”

The new office will be located at 13495 Veterans Way in Orlando, Florida.

About Edward Jones

Edward Jones is a leading North American financial services firm in the U.S. and through its affiliate in Canada. The firm's more than 20,000 financial advisors throughout North America serve more than 9 million clients with a total of $2.5 trillion in client assets under care as of Dec. 31, 2025. Edward Jones' purpose is to partner for positive impact to improve the lives of its clients and colleagues, and together, better our communities and society. Through the dedication of the firm's approximately 55,000 associates and our branch presence in 68% of U.S. counties and most Canadian provinces and territories, the firm is committed to helping more people achieve financially what is most important to them. The Edward Jones website is edwardjones.com, and its recruiting website is careers.edwardjones.com.

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Media Contact: Alina Lopez Portal,

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alina.lopezportal@edwardjones.com

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