Jayson M. Thornton, CFP®
Financial Advisor
About "J.T."
Jayson M. Thornton, CFP® is an award winning Financial Advisor, specializing in Tax & Wealth Planning. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ™ professional.
Jayson earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Missouri Valley College (Cum Laude, Honors Graduate) and his graduate certificate in Financial Planning from Howard University School of Business.
Jayson takes great pride in representing clients before the government to resolve tax issues and developing retirement plans. He has been recognized by the US Department of Treasury for his "Outstanding Contributions" as a Financial Advisor and his Pro Bono work.
A Saint Louis native, Jayson graduated from McCluer North High School. Jayson strives to stay active in community service. He is a member of the National Association of Black Accountants, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., and the Financial Planning Association.
Certification & License
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ™ professional
Enrolled Agent (IRS)
Tax Advisor License
Education
Howard University School of Business
Graduate certificate in Financial Planning
Missouri Valley College
Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing
St. Louis Community College
Associate’s Degree in Accounting
Awards
50 Under 50 Black Financial Advisors
Association of African American Financial Advisors
20 Under 40 Outstanding African American Professionals
St. Louis American Foundation
BEST Wealth Manager (2023)
St. Louis Small Business Monthly
BEST Financial Advisor (ST. LOUIS)
Expertise.com
#1 Financial Advisor - Missouri (2019)
Top Rated Local
POWER 100 - Financial Advisor (2022)
Delux Magazine
Finance Committee - Commendation
City of Kirkwood, Missouri
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News & Media
CBS News - KMOV St. Louis, MO
NBC News - KSDK St. Louis, MO
BusinessInsider.com - Personal Finance
St. Louis Magazine
St. Louis Small Business Monthly
St. Louis American - Newspaper
Philadelphia Inquirer - Newspaper
News Talk STL - Radio Station