Festival of Finance 2026

The Rep, 6 Centenary Square, Birmingham, B1 2EP

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29th September 2026

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The Festival of Finance marks the launch of a bold, new flagship event for the UK financial advice and wealth management profession. Designed as a high energy festival rather than a traditional conference, the event will bring together 500 senior advisers, planners and wealth managers for a day of unrivalled insights, CPD learning, strategic dialogue, peer-to peer collaboration and meaningful commercial engagement — all wrapped in an inspiring, modern, festival-style experience.

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Who the festival is for...

  • Independent Financial Advisers (IFAs) - Firm owners, principals and senior advisers
  • Wealth Managers & Investment Professionals - From boutique firms to larger discretionary and hybrid models
  • Advice & Wealth Firm Leadership - CEOs, COOs, Heads of Advice, Investment, Operations, Compliance and Growth
  • Platforms, Providers & Product Specialists - Investment, retirement, protection, platform and proposition leaders
  • Technology & Innovation Partners - Advice tech, AI, data, CX and digital enablement
  • Regulatory & Industry Voices - Contributing insight, perspectrive and market context
  • Future Leaders & Rising Talent - Connecting today's decision-makers with tomorrow's leaders

Designated areas - you get to curate your own itinerary

Main Stage
Hear from high-end Keynote Speakers who will explore macro-economic outlooks, regulatory direction and the forces shaping the future of finance.

Strategy Studio
Strategic roundtables focused on technical competence, regulatory and professional excellence.

Innovation Zone
A fintech playground showcasing the latest tools, platforms and technologies.

Wealth Way
A social and commercial space combining exhibitions and networking.

Wellness Hub
A dedicated space for wellbeing, coaching and personal growth.

The Academy
A workshop hub for practical learning and interactive discussion.

Leaders' Lounge
A private lounge for senior meetings, peer benchmarking and one-to-one conversations.

Networking Nook
A matchmaking hub for peer introductions and networking.

Meeting Mezzanine
A space for speed networking, quick peer introductions and conversations.

2 Plan Wealth Management Limited

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Managing Director

Aisa Professional

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Director

Applewood Independent Limited A/R AFH

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Divisional Director

Attivo Group

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Chief Risk Officer

Aurora Financial IFA Limited

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Director

Blaxsell Financial Planning Ltd

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Director

Boolers

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Business Owner & Chartered Financial Planner

Cadence Financial Management

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CEO

Clear Solutions (Wealth and Tax Management) Ltd

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Managing Director

Dodd & Co Wealthcare

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Director

Fairstone Financial Management Ltd

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Principal/Financial Planner

Forvis Mazars Financial Planning Limited

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Proposition Associate Director

Global Advice Group Ltd

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Director

IBOSS Asset Management Limited (acquired by Kingswood)

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Chief Investment Officer

IFT Wealth Management Ltd

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Managing Director

Independent

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Was Head of Client Solutions Group @ Kleinwort Hambros

Independent Consultant

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Director & Independent Financial Planner

IronMarket Ltd

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Ntwrk CEO

Isio Wealth Planning

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Director

Jigsaw Tree Limited

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Founder and Director

Jigsaw Tree Limited

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Operations Director

King Financial Planning - AR of Tavistock

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Managing Partner

Markland Hill Wealth

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Chief Executive Officer

Midsummer Wealth A/R Best Practice IFA Group

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Managing Director

Pensionhelp Limited

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Managing Director

Pi Financial Ltd

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Business and Development Director

Platforum

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Head of Editorial Strategy

Portfoliometrix Asset Management Ltd

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Managing Director

Prosperity Wealth Ltd A/R Fairstone

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Financial Adviser

Purposeful Group (formerly Finitor Wealth)

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Chairman

R C Brown Investment Management Plc

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Sales & Marketing Director

Rockhold Asset Management

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Investment Director

Tavistock Investments Plc

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Corporate Development Director

The Private Office

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Snr Partner & Financial Planner

Twigden Asset Management Limited

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Director

Twigden Asset Management Limited

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Paraplanner

Twigden Asset Management Limited

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Office Manager

WKM Wealth Ltd

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Chartered Financial Planner and Director

WKM Wealth Ltd

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Director

Walker Crips Wealth Management Limited

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Director - Investment Management

Westminster Wealth Management LLP

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Compliance Officer

Whitebeam Independent Financial Advice Ltd

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Independent Financial Adviser

Mint Blue Consulting Ltd

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Owner and Director

Financial Conduct Authority

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Head of Department (Advisers, Wealth and Pensions)

SBR Consulting

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Management Consultant

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This is not just another conference, it is a festival of insights, fresh perspectives, and hands-on learning.

James Goad, Managing Director , Owen James Events

Clare Frost

Conference and Delegate Relationship Manager

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