Patrick Foley, who has served as an Edward Jones financial advisor in Stanly County the past 10 years, has been named a principal with the firm’s holding company, The Jones Financial Companies, LLLP.

He was one of 57 individuals chosen this year from more than 50,000 associates across the United States and Canada to join the firm’s principals.

Foley and his wife, Joanna, will remain in New London, where Foley will continue to serve investors.

In addition to serving local investors, he serves as an Edward Jones regional leader, promoting the health, growth and leadership development of 49 branch teams.

Foley attended Purdue University, where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Business Management.