EQ Investors appoints new executive director

EQ Investors (EQ), the boutique wealth manager led by John Spiers, is pleased to announce that Mark Howlett has joined the firm, as an Executive Director with particular responsibility for the advice side of the business.

by Ben Faulkner, 9th October 2017

Mark previously worked for Broadstone Corporate Benefits, where he was Chief Executive. Prior to that, he led the private client and corporate benefits divisions of BDO Investment Management. His background and experience spans wealth management, pensions and employee benefits, and he brings with him over 25 years of expertise in senior executive positions.

John Spiers, Chief Executive at EQ, said: “We are delighted to welcome Mark to EQ and look forward to using the breadth and depth of his experience to take our advice and corporate benefits business to the next stage.”

Mark Howlett, commented: “This is a very exciting time to be joining EQ and I’m thrilled to be part of the senior team of such a dynamic and ambitious firm.

“EQ is in the process of driving forward some really significant developments, including strengthening its existing offering to clients and establishing additional distribution channels for its services. I’m looking forward to the challenges of this role.”

About the author: Ben Faulkner

Ben joined EQ in 2015 and has over 14 years’ of experience across the pensions, financial technology and wealth management sectors. At EQ, he is responsible for developing, managing and implementing the marketing communications strategy. Outside of work, Ben’s two daughters keep him busy. He enjoys keeping fit, especially running and cycling along the Pilgrim’s Way.