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Mike Williams
Chief Financial Officer
Prior to Amber River, Mike worked at the large advice network Openwork, holding roles including Chief Financial Officer, Group Risk Director and Commercial Director. During this period, Openwork grew from 1,800 advisers to over 4,000 and separated from Zurich to become an independent business.
Mike also helped to launch the Omnis Investment Management business which managed over £7bn of clients' money. He was also a Board Director of National IFA business 2plan which had around 250 advisers. Mike has also held roles at AXA Life and PwC and is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants.
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Shipman Wealth Management is a leading wealth management firm based in Exeter, with an extensive presence across Southern England. We welcomed them to the Amber River Group in January 2021
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IB, Paignton
Since June 2012 I have been looked after by Tom and have greatly valued and appreciated the sound financial advice and guidance he has given me - so much so, that I had no hesitation in recommending him to a friend and he now also manages her financial affairs.
Since June 2012 I have been looked after by Tom and have greatly valued and appreciated the sound financial advice and guidance he has given me - so much so, that I had no hesitation in recommending him to a friend and he now also manages her financial affairs.IB, Paignton
Professor and Mrs B, Exeter
Fully informed, professional, patient, friendly and very helpful. And, of course, highly cost-effective in managing our financial affairs. That, in a nutshell, describes the services of our adviser, Paul.
Fully informed, professional, patient, friendly and very helpful. And, of course, highly cost-effective in managing our financial affairs. That, in a nutshell, describes the services of our adviser, Paul.Professor and Mrs B, Exeter
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