FT Adviser has been named Personal Finance Trade Title of the Year at the Personal Finance Society Awards today (October 23).
Adding to a string of awards in years past, as voted for by financial adviser and mortgage and insurance broker members of the PFS, the prestigious win now means FT Adviser is the proud owner of eight trophies for the award.
The win came as the 2025/26 PFS celebrated its Personal Finance Awards, which recognise excellence and achievement within the financial planning profession.
According to the PFS, the awards showcase excellence in financial planning, recognising the fantastic work delivered by advisers, paraplanners and their teams.
Sarah Pennells, consumer finance specialist at Royal London, hosted the event that was attended by more than 60 delegates.
2025/26 PFS Personal Finance Awards winners
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Advice Specialist of the Year: Simon Watts of Boolers Investment
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Chartered Financial Planner of the Year: Dominic McLoughney of Becketts FS
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Chartered Financial Planning Firm of the Year: Progeny Wealth
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Champion of Change: Robert Boland of Cotswold Independent Financial Services
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Highly Commended Chartered Individual Award: Rhiannon Gogh
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Highly Commended Chartered Firm: De Mellow & Co
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Highly Commended Award in the Investment category: David Thomson
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Paraplanner of the Year: Stephanie Tennant of Accelerate Adviser Solutions
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Personal Finance News Outlet of the Year: FTAdviser
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Protection Specialist of the Year: Michael Colyer of Colyer Associates
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Retirement & Later Life Advice Specialist of the Year: Eamonn Prendergast of Palantir Financial Planning
Carla Brown, president of the PFS, said: “The annual PFS Personal Finance Awards are a celebration of the excellence, integrity and professionalism that defines our sector.
“The winners and finalists exemplify the very best in financial planning: putting clients first, raising standards, and building public trust in our profession. Congratulations to all who were recognised for their brilliant work.”
sonia.rach@ft.com
