Legg Mason, headquartered in Baltimore, is a holding company that provides asset management, securities brokerage, investment banking and related financial services through its subsidiaries. It has more than 20 affiliates in nearly 10 states, as well as Canada and England. While the scope and reach of its business has broadened throughout the years, Legg Mason continues to adhere to the principles of individual service from research to financial planning. Raymond A. Mason has been the chief executive officer of Legg Mason for more than 44 years. He is the company s founder and has been with the financial company for over 44 years. Mason earned a BA from The College of William & Mary. The company trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol LM.