Regional financial advice and investment group Flying Colours has confirmed the appointment of two senior hires and have outlined their future plans.
Chris Handshaw joins as head of sales and Bret Jackson as marketing and communications manager.
Handshaw, most recently head of adviser relations & employed sales at AFH Wealth Management, will be responsible for building on the employed advisory arm, maximising current opportunities and assisting the board on their growth strategy.
Jackson, an experienced financial marketer with over 20 years industry experience, will manage all marketing and communications for the group and is another sign of intent of Flying Colours ambitions.
In addition to the senior appointments, three new employed advisers have agreed to join since January, with plans to add an additional twelve by the end of June.
Guy Myles (pictured), CEO of Flying Colours said: “We are delighted to appoint such high calibre individuals to the business.
“This demonstrates our growth intentions, and they will be invaluable to enhancing our proposition and attracting new advisers to join.”
“We have and excellent investment service, which we are continuing to build upon. We are constantly reviewing and analysing tools, to cater the specific requirements of our advisers and their clients. It is a very exciting time to be a part of Flying Colours.”
