Wright (pictured) joins from global reinsurance firm Compre Group, where he held the role of senior M&A associate. Previously, he served as an M&A associate at independent chartered financial planning and investment management group One Four Nine Group.
Earlier in his career, he spent four years with Ernst & Young.
Wright will report to Claire Cherrington, director of PMS and Bankhall, as M&A director.
The network’s exit consulting proposition is aimed at supporting directly authorised advice firms through every stage of the sale journey – from preparing their business for sale to identifying buyers.
Cherrington said: “We’re delighted to welcome David. He brings a wealth of experience in M&A, succession planning, and financial services and joins our team as we prepare to launch a brand-new service for firms thinking about a potential exit.
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“Our new exit consulting proposition is designed to support IFA business owners who are considering a sale – whether that’s in the next 12 months or five years away.
“David will be working side by side with firms, helping them get sale-ready, grow the right way, and maximise their business value.”
Launching this month, the network’s initial focus will be on wealth firms, where a significant number of business owners have actively pursued acquisition opportunities.
