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Barclays Investment Solutions Ltd. (BISL) is the investment management subsidiary of Barclays Bank Plc (Private Banking), the private banking division of Barclays Bank Plc (LON: BARC, ADR: BCS) in Great Britain. The firm was founded in 1992. They were previously known as Gerrard Investment Management Ltd. until 2017. BISL is headquartered in London and has offices throughout Great Britain where they manage investments for high-net worth individuals, charities, trusts, private clients and pension funds.

Investec Wealth & Investment Ltd. (IW&I) is an asset management firm headquartered in London, UK. Formerly known as Rensburg Sheppards, the firm has roots dating back to 1827. In 2023, Rathbones Group Plc (LON: RAT) acquired the firm from Investec Plc (LON: INVP, ADR: IVTJY) in Great Britain. IW&I provides a range of investment management and financial planning services for individual clients, charities, trusts and clients of professional advisers on a bespoke basis.

Brewin Dolphin Ltd. (dba RBC Brewin Dolphin) is a wealth management firm headquartered in London, UK. The firm was founded in 1987 as Hill Osborne & Co. and was acquired by Brewin Dolphin Securities Ltd. in 2000. In 2008, they changed their name to Brewin Dolphin Ltd. In 2022, the firm was acquired by Brewin Dolphin Holdings Ltd., a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada (TSE: RY), and added RBC Brewin Dolphin as their trading name. RBC Brewin Dolphin offers personalized wealth management services from bespoke, discretionary investment management to retirement planning and tax-efficient investing. They serve affluent, high net worth and ultra-high net worth clients.

The Great North Air Ambulance Service is a charity organization that provides air ambulance services in the North East, North Yorkshire, and Cumbria regions of the UK. The non-profit company is based in Darlington, UK. The British company's main focus is on delivering care on the scene, and they have been saving lives and easing suffering across the region with the help of donations. The company also offers a collection of stationery items, including pens, pencils, sharpeners, and bookmarks, which can be purchased online to support their cause. The organization was founded in 1991, and its CEO is Grahame Pickering.

The Chartered Institute For Securities & Investment operates as securities and investment educational institute. It is the professional body for those who work in the securities and investment industry in the UK and in a growing number of major financial centres round the world. The company was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Evelyn Partners Investment Management LLP (Evelyn Partners) is the investment management subsidiary of Evelyn Partners I M Ltd., which is owned by Platinum LP Guernsey Ltd. in Great Britain. The firm was founded in 1881 and formerly known as Smith & Williamson Investment Management LLP. They changed their name into Evelyn Partners Investment Management LLP when Tilney and Smith & Williamson brands merged into one in 2022. Headquartered in London, Evelyn Partners provides investment management, financial advisory and accountancy services to private clients, professional practices, mid- to large-sized corporations and non-profit organizations.

Real Life Options is a British company that has been supporting individuals with learning disabilities and autism since 1992. Real Life Options is based in Knottingley, UK and has subsidiaries in the United Kingdom. The non-profit company was established to provide these individuals with more choices and greater independence. David Sargent has been the CEO of the company since 2017.

LGT Wealth Management UK LLP (LGT WM UK) is the wealth management subsidiary of LGT UK Holdings Ltd., which is owned by LGT Group Foundation (LGT) in Liechtenstein. Previously known as Vestra Wealth LLP and as LGT Vestra LLP, the firm was founded in 2007 by Matthew Evans, Andrew Sims, David Scott and Ben Snee. In June 2016, LGT owned by the Princely Family of Liechtenstein took a majority stake in the firm, primarily from external investors in the firm. In October 2020, LGT completed the acquisition by buying the remaining equity previously held by the executive partners of LGT WM UK. Headquartered in London, LGT WM UK provides wealth management services to private clients, companies, trusts, charities and financial intermediaries based predominately in the UK and the European Economic Area (EEA).

Whitefoord LLP is an independent wealth management firm headquartered in London, UK. The firm was founded by Vince Whitefoord in 2000 as Whitefoord Ltd. It provides investment and advisory services to private clients.

Stewardship Services (UKET) Ltd. operates as a charity that promotes generous and tax-effective giving. Its services include payroll bureau, accounts examination, consultancy helpline, mortgages, charity formation, and deposit account. The company was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Swan Capital Partners Ltd. provides investment services. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Investing for Good CIC Ltd. is a social finance intermediary that mobilizes capital for social good. It provides a comprehensive range of investment and impact advisory services to investors, corporates and foundations. The firm also works with charities, social enterprises and NGOs to raise capital and structure funds, whilst also providing the underlying impact measurement and reporting frameworks. The company was founded by Geoff Burnand in 2004 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Brown, Shipley & Co. Ltd. (Brown Shipley) is the Great Britain-based private banking subsidiary of Quintet Private Bank (Europe) SA, itself a subsidiary of Precision Capital SA in Luxembourg. The firm was founded by William Brown in 1810. Headquartered in London, Brown Shipley manages a range of collective investments known as SVS Brown Shipley Funds for private, institutional and corporate clients.

Punter Southall Wealth Ltd. (PSW) is a wealth management firm headquartered in London, UK. The firm was founded in 2002 and formerly known as FILMDISK LTD and as PSigma Investment Management Ltd. They were renamed as Punter Southall Wealth Ltd. in 2019. They are owned by Canaccord Genuity Wealth Group Holdings (Jersey) Ltd., a subsidiary of Canaccord Genuity Group, Inc. (TSE: CF) in Canada. PSW provides financial advisory and investment management services to a range of private and institutional clients which includes family trusts, pension schemes and charities.

The Personal Investment Management & Financial Advice Association provides advice to the investment community.

R.M. Walkden & Co. Ltd. operates as a wealth management company. The company was incorporated on February 26, 1976 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Part of Rathbones Group Plc, Arcticstar Ltd. is a British company founded in 1999 that offers investment consultancy services to clients. The company is based in London, UK. Arcticstar provides personalized investment portfolio construction to match the objectives of each client. The company also hosts quarterly investment insights webinars where clients can interact with the co-chief investment officer, head of equities, and head of client development to hear their views on key questions facing investors. Additionally, Arcticstar offers a founder series platform to explore innovation, personal achievements, future focus, wealth, and social responsibility directly with the founders.

Phoenix Group Plc is a technology company based in the Middle East that specializes in blockchain technology and bitcoin mining. Phoenix Group has a diversified portfolio of tech ventures and is poised to shape the future of blockchain technology and the mining landscape. The British company also offers security services, including residential security and close protection specialists for individuals and organizations. Founded in 2017, the private company is committed to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable practices.

OM Residual UK Ltd. is a holding company which engages in the international investment, savings, insurance, and banking businesses. It focuses on emerging markets such as life insurance, property and casualty, asset management, and banking. The company was founded in 1845 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Financial Services Compensation Scheme Ltd. is a compensation fund that protects customers of authorized financial services firms in the UK. The company is based in London, UK. The British company provides a list of financial firms that have failed, wound up, or liquidated, and offers a toolkit for funeral plan providers to understand how FSCS protects customers of FCA-authorized plan providers. FSCS also offers resources to help customers cope with the cost of living crisis, including mental health and debt support. Caroline Rainbird has been the CEO of the company since 2019.

Pearl Group Plc provides insurance services. It offers life and non-life insurance to individuals and other groups. The company is located in London, UK.