The GBA is excited to welcome two new investors, Edward Jones (JP Coton) and Carolina Waste Group, to our growing network of businesses dedicated to driving economic success in our community.
Edward Jones (JP Coton): Personalized Financial Guidance
Since 2017, JP Coton has been helping individuals, families, and business owners take control of their financial futures through personalized guidance and long-term partnerships.
As a financial advisor with Edward Jones, JP believes in educating, encouraging, and empowering his clients so they can make informed financial decisions with confidence.
His dedication to providing an ideal client experience has earned him strong relationships built on trust and shared success.
A native of Plant City, Florida, JP is a graduate of the University of Central Florida, holding a bachelor's degree in finance and a certificate in investment management. Committed to professional excellence, he has earned the Certified Financial Planner certification through Wake Forest University’s School of Business, along with the Accredited Asset Management Specialist designation and FINRA Series 66 and Series 7 securities registrations.
Edward Jones, a firm with over 100 years of history, specializes in helping individual investors rather than institutions.
As a privately-owned company, it prioritizes client relationships over shareholder returns, fostering a collaborative and client-first culture.
The firm has been consistently recognized as one of FORTUNE magazine’s best places to work, and its commitment to service aligns perfectly with the GBA’s mission of strengthening our business community.
Carolina Waste Group: A Smarter Approach to Waste & Recycling
Also joining the GBA is Carolina Waste Group LLC (CWG), a leading provider of recycling and solid waste disposal solutions across North and South Carolina. While CWG is large enough to handle diverse waste management needs, it remains small enough to offer personalized service that prioritizes efficiency, sustainability, and landfill avoidance.
With over 70 years of combined industry experience, the privately held company takes an innovative approach to waste and recycling, offering single-source service solutions for businesses, industrial facilities, and individuals. Whether providing temporary roll-off containers for a spring-cleaning project or managing large-scale recycling programs for industrial and manufacturing facilities, CWG is committed to reducing environmental impact through strategic waste management.
The GBA is proud to welcome both Edward Jones (JP Coton) and Carolina Waste Group to our community. Their expertise and commitment to service will be valuable assets as we continue to foster growth and sustainability in Gaston County.
Welcome to the GBA!