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Meet Maria Ashley, <br/>LPL Financial Advisor

Meet Maria Ashley,
LPL Financial Advisor

My journey begins with my dad—the best mentor I could ever have. When I was just one year old, my dad transitioned from being a teacher to a financial and insurance advisor. His huge heart and endless energy inspired him to become a much-loved and trusted financial steward in our community, a legacy I aspire to continue.


While I grew up in Saint Louis, my education and early professional life took me around the country. After I graduated in 2004 from DePauw University with a Bachelor of Arts degree, I moved to Manhattan, where I worked in publicity for The New Yorker and Outside Magazine. In 2007, I moved to Washington, D.C. to work at The Washington Post and had a unique vantage point publicizing financial news throughout the 2008 financial crisis. During my time in D.C., I earned a Master’s degree in Political Management from George Washington University.

While in D.C., I met my husband Peter the old-school way at a bar. Our journey led us to Denver in 2010, drawn by the allure of skiing and the great outdoors (we even got married in the mountains). Eventually, we returned to Saint Louis to establish our family roots, although I still have the travel bug and love to share stories about adventures to places like Croatia, New Zealand, Australia, Japan, and Ecuador.

My financial career began as I worked alongside my dad at New York Life—spanning a wonderful 10 years. I quickly learned how to help clients apply the practical, time-tested financial principles that result in success, happiness, and security. Developing deep relationships and providing long-lasting value has been my driving force. I earned my Series 6, 7, and 63 licenses and focus on helping families and business owners protect and preserve their wealth through comprehensive, holistic financial planning.

Today, Peter and I are the proud parents of two lively boys who fill our world with joy and excitement. Soccer, basketball, and swimming are their passions, and I love coaching and cheering them on. Although my boys also love video games, I regularly pull them outside for family hikes. Reading bedtime stories to them is one of my cherished daily rituals.

Our Process

Learning skills from the best mentor—
my dad!

Our History

Our favorite family hiking spots around Saint Louis are Castlewood and Emmenegger Nature Park.

Our Values

We love spending time with family on the beach in South Haven, Michigan every summer.

I look forward to the opportunity to learn your story, understand your needs and desires, and support you along your financial journey.

Strategic Alliances

As an independent financial advisor, I am supported by Cornerstone Wealth Services and LPL Financial.
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*As reported by Financial Planning magazine, June 1996-2023, based on total revenue

I believe integrity is one of the most pivotal qualities of a financial advisor. Integrity forges valued partnerships that are the foundation for building rewarding, long-lasting relationships. 

Cornerstone Wealth Services

Cornerstone Wealth Services is a nationwide community of independent advisors whose collective mission is to guide successful families to financial confidence using comprehensive wealth strategies.

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LPL Financial

I am affiliated with LPL Financial, a registered investment advisor and national independent broker-dealer that offers an integrated platform of technology, brokerage and investment advisor services to thousands of independent financial advisors across the country. The firm's mission is rooted in the belief that objective financial guidance is a fundamental need for everyone. LPL does not offer proprietary investment products or engage in investment banking activities, which means advisors affiliated with LPL are not pressured or influenced by LPL to sell its products.


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