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II Awards 2026 now open for entries
The 27th Annual Investment International Awards 2026 are open for entries until September 4, 5pm UK time The II Awards is the longest-running and among the most sought-after of awards for UK and international wealth management and the cross-border financial services and advice industry. And this year entry is once again simplified to make it easier for companies and individuals to enter.
IA Global Financial Services Awards 2026 Winners and Highly Commended revealed
Skip to content ANNOUNCEMENT: Read more financial articles on our partner site, click here to read more. Each award lists the finalists/shortlisted first, then highly-commended and finally the winner for each award. International Adviser’s Global Financial Services Awards 2026 Winners and Highly Commended were announced via a TV premiere awards ceremony yesterday and now we can reveal the full list in print below.
Sanlam Trustees International secures Guernsey licence
Sanlam Trustees International (Guernsey) Limited (STIGL) has been awarded a stand-alone fiduciary licence by the Guernsey Financial Services Commission (GFSC). Previously operating under a managed trust company arrangement, this development establishes the company as an independently licensed fiduciary services provider in Guernsey. The granting of the licence follows the official launch of Sanlam Private Wealth in Guernsey earlier this year.
Team adds NED to board
Cusins held senior positions at UBS, Dresdner Bank and KPMG TEAM plc, the UK listed wealth, asset management and financial services group, has announced that John Cusins has been appointed to the Board as an independent Non-Executive Director, with immediate effect. Cusins brings experience across wealth management, private equity, capital markets and strategic growth experience.
Finalists for IA’s Global Financial Services Awards 2026 revealed today
Skip to content ANNOUNCEMENT: Read more financial articles on our partner site, click here to read more. The winners will be announced via a live streamed TV video awards ceremony on August 11 2026 The shortlist and finalists for the International Adviser Global Financial Services Awards 2026 are now revealed below.
AILO names Guy Vanner as new CEO as Bob Pain retires
The Association of International Life Offices (AILO) has announced the appointment of Guy Vanner as its new Chief Executive Officer, following the ratification of his appointment by Members at the Association’s Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM), held alongside its Annual AILO CEO Summit in London in June. Guy succeeds Bob Pain, who retires after nearly 8 years of leadership and service to AILO and 22 years in the international cross-border Life insurance sector.
Fifth Annual II Connect 2026 registration open for May 19 London event
The Fifth Annual II Connect 2026 event returns on Tuesday 19 May with registration now open with free event tickets to II partners and subscribers and readers. II Connect 2026 is Money Map Media’s London event for the UK, European and international cross-border financial services advice and wealth management world with a series of speakers and panel sessions on offer, but in a more focused and impactful format available for delegates for the first time.
CNY Veterans Parade goes on without active military amid federal shutdown
CNY Veterans Parade goes on without active military amid federal shutdown Sat, November 8, 2025 at 3:20 PM The 18th Annual CNY Veterans Parade & Expo went on today at the New York State Fairgrounds, but this year, no active military units participated because of the ongoing federal government shutdown.
James Roberts to head wealth manager Blevins Franks in its fiftieth year
Blevins Franks, the tax and wealth management specialist to UK nationals living in Europe, has appointed Partners Wealth Management co-founder James Roberts as its Chief Executive Officer, subject to regulatory approval. James Roberts becomes only the third leader of the business as it celebrates its fiftieth anniversary, the company said in a statement.
James Roberts to head wealth manager Blevins Franks in its fiftieth year
Blevins Franks, the tax and wealth management specialist to UK nationals living in Europe, has appointed Partners Wealth Management co-founder James Roberts as its Chief Executive Officer, subject to regulatory approval. James Roberts becomes only the third leader of the business as it celebrates its fiftieth anniversary, the company said in a statement.
ARIA Private Clients expands with Insurance Services in Ireland, Portugal and Spain
ARIA Private Clients, the international wealth management firm, has announced receiving its Insurance Intermediation passporting permissions for Ireland, Portugal and Spain. ARIA Private Clients is an international wealth management business, which provides wealth planning services across the UK, Europe and the UAE.
A community uncertain after Cato factory raid
CATO, N.Y. — A federal immigration raid at a Cayuga County factory Thursday morning left dozens of workers detained. Agents from multiple federal and local law enforcement agencies swarmed Nutrition Bar Confectioners, a business in Cato that produces specialty nutrition bars. Part-owner and vice president Lenny Schmidt said he arrived at work to find federal agents, sheriff’s deputies, and dogs surrounding the building.
Patterns of Multisystem Involvement in Adolescence: Implications for Health, Education and Social Services in the Northern Territory of Australia
1 Introduction There has been greater focus in recent years on approaches to better meeting the needs and improving outcomes of young people involved in both child protection and youth justice systems, often referred to as dual-system (Herz et al. 2019) or crossover (Baidawi and Sheehan 2019) youth.
Volatility sees almost all UK financial advisers readying strategy change - report
Nearly all UK advisers expects their clients to seek changes to their investment strategies if global volatility persists this year, according to new research from Wesleyan. More than nine-in-ten UK advisers (92%) polled by UK financial services firm Wesleyan said clients are primed to make further changes to their investment strategies if global market volatility persists in 2025.
UK IHT change set to hit pension pots holding commercial property
Thousands of UK businesses are at risk as forthcoming inheritance tax charge on pensions threatens many UK businesses holding commercial premises, according to UK wealth management firm Evelyn Partners. UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced in her first Budget last year that unspent pension assets would from April 2027 become subject to IHT and the reform currently dictates that the pension scheme must itself settle its share of the IHT bill.
Evelyn Partners sells Fund Solutions business to Thesis
Evelyn Partners Group has completed the sale of its Fund Solutions business, operated by Evelyn Partners Fund Solutions Limited (EPFL), to Thesis Holdings Limited (Thesis). The deal follows the sale of its professional services business which completed on 31 March. The company said in a statement that today’s sale of EPFL now “strategically refocuses” Evelyn Partners on its wealth management activities.
Evelyn Partners sells its Fund Solutions business to Thesis
Evelyn Partners Group has completed the sale of its Fund Solutions business, operated by Evelyn Partners Fund Solutions Limited (EPFL), to Thesis Holdings Limited (Thesis). The deal follows the sale of its professional services business which completed on 31 March, the company said that the sale of EPFL "strategically refocuses" Evelyn Partners on its wealth management activities.
Citi Wealth partners with Allfunds to boost fund service
Citi Wealth is partnering with wealth tech firm Allfunds to utilise its technology platform and streamline the trading process for clients. As well as benefitting from enhanced trade execution, Citi Wealth clients will have access to the third-party investment offerings available through Allfunds’ platform. Citi Private Bank in EMEA will be the first to leverage Allfunds’ offering later this year, with additional regions expected to adopt the platform in 2026 and 2027.
RBC Brewin Dolphin expands MPS with seven new model portfolios
RBC Brewin Dolphin has enhanced its Managed Portfolio Service (MPS) with the addition of RBC Brewin Dolphin Blended MPS, which seven new, risk-rated model portfolios. The new service will use a combination of actively managed funds and lower-cost index funds. The ‘blend’ element aims to enhance long-term investment returns through actively managed funds whilst reducing the overall cost through index funds.
Novia Global launches MiFID II platform for European advisers
International platform provider Novia Global has launched a MiFID II-authorised platform – Novia Global Europe. Based in Cyprus and regulated by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange commission, the company said in a statement earlier today that it believes that new platform marks a milestone in Novia Global’s international expansion.
Don't pull the plug on Tennessee's small businesses | Opinion
Small businesses are the backbone of Tennessee’s economy, driving innovation, creating jobs, and fostering local development. As a volunteer mentor with SCORE Memphis, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative impact that free, expert mentoring can have on aspiring and established small business owners. Now, this invaluable support system is at risk because of potential federal funding cuts. Unless Congress acts, the funding that helps keep SCORE running could disappear.
‘I Felt Brave’: A Mixed‐Methods Study on Participants' Parental Efficacy After Attending a Parent-Child Programme in a Remote Aboriginal Community
1 Introduction The Play to Connect (P2C) parent–child programme was developed in response to the unique needs of the remote community of Wurrumiyanga on the Tiwi Islands, which are part of Australia's Northern Territory. Wurrumiyanga has a population of 1421, with 85% identifying in a recent census as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021). The cultural context of the community has greatly influenced the programme's design, content and delivery.
Ovarian tumor cells gain competitive advantage by actively reducing the cellular fitness of microenvironment cells - Nature Biotechnology
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Abstract Cell competition and fitness comparison between cancer and tumor microenvironment (TME) cells determine oncogenic fate. Our previous study established a role for human Flower isoforms as fitness fingerprints, where the expression of Flower Win isoforms in tumor cells leads to growth advantage over TME cells expressing Lose isoforms.
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Eric Sturdza Investments launches Strategic Vietnam Prosperity Fund Eric Sturdza Investments, an independent asset management firm providing active strategies to institutional and professional clients, has launched the Strategic Vietnam Prosperity Fund, providing exposure to an Asian equity market that is "poised to record significant economic expansion".
Bank of America upgrades Quilter to 'Neutral' following adviser growth
Bank of America has upgraded Quilter to a ‘Neutral' rating following the firm's results yesterday (8 August), noting that it has "passed the trough". Analysts Andrew Sinclair, David Barma and Freya Kong cited Quilter's growing financial adviser headcount, gaining nine throughout H1 (0.6% growth) after a 19% decline since 2020, reports Investment Week.
MIFL adds head of Marketing to Dublin base
Mediolanum International Funds Ltd (MIFL), the asset management business of the Mediolanum Banking Group, has appointed Mariagrazia Briganti as head of Marketing and Communications based in Dublin. Relocating from Milan, Briganti will report to Luca Matassino, MIFL chief business officer, and will oversee the development and implentation of an integrated marketing and communictations strategy, particularly targeting key markets for MIFL including Italy, Spain and Germany.
Odey AM and Brook AM to transfer significantly smaller funds as assets shrink by up to 68%
The three companies inheriting the vast majority of funds from Odey Asset Management and its subsidiary Brook Asset Management are set to receive much smaller strategies in the wake of the Crispin Odey scandal, according to analysis by Investment Week. A total of ten funds are set to be transferred to Lancaster Investment Management, SW Mitchell Capital and Green Ash Partners.
BDO Jersey continues appointments flow
The BDO Group in Jersey has announced the promotion of Almeri Szulc as Group finance director, following other appointments previously announced in July and June.
DIFC highlights biometrics service to cut residency visa wait
The UAE residency visa process is being given a boost via collaboration between the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) and biometric and medical fitness results provider Smart Salem, who are seeking to cut three weeks off the waiting time to obtain the mandatory Emirates Identity card.
Mazars in Malta announces youth organisations benefitting from 25th anniversary.
Mazars in Malta, the advice and services provicer that is part of the global Mazars network, which marked its 25 years in the country by announcing new premises in May, has further announced the youth organisations that it will be supporting as part of its anniversary commitments. The organisations include: UM Wolves RFC Malta, University of Malta Racing, Prisms Malta, Malta Girl Guides and CSR Malta Association.
Parenting a child with ‘Diabulimia’: A systemic interpretative phenomenological analysis
CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT There are no conflicts of interest associated with this study. REFERENCES , , , , & (2020) New insights into diabetes burnout and its distinction from diabetes distress and depressive symptoms: a qualitative study. Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice, 169, 108446. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.diabres.2020.108446 , , , , & (2021) Diagnosis and treatment of type 1 diabetes at the dawn of the personalized medicine era.
Chief Judge Is Replaced in a Shake-up on NC Court of Appeals
North Carolina’s chief justice has quietly replaced the next leader of the state’s intermediate-level appeals court in a move that appears to run counter to tradition at the state Court of Appeals. The new chief judge of the 15-member Court of Appeals is Judge Chris Dillon, whose appointment to the position took effect Monday. Dillon succeeds Judge Donna Stroud, who had been chief judge since January 2021 and remains on the court.
Christmas is the time for giving...access to Investment International
Our previous title International Investment is signing off for Christmas and wishes all its readers a happy holiday season before returning as Investment International in the New Year.
Children | Free Full-Text | The Effect of a Short-Term Occupational Therapy Intervention on the Participation and Personal Factors of Preschoolers with Developmental Disabilities
1. Introduction Preschoolers with developmental disabilities are referred to occupational therapy services in the community due to the children’s decreased participation in everyday life occupations [1,2].
One of best steaks in the City
When it comes to choosing a London restaurant, the City is full of choices. Admittedly they are typically at the higher price point, but the 300,000 people commuting to the square-mile have got to spend their hard-earned cash somewhere. Our food blog loves the City and we’ve regularly frequented the Hawksmore and Duck and Waffle (which remains one of our all-time favorites). So when we were invited to Marco Pierre White’s London Steakhouse City restaurant, the bar was high.
"All Work” Maury Collins Recognized for his Volunteer Service to the Town of Nelson
Should you be traveling along the backroads in Nelson, Hancock or Peterborough where pastures and hayfields abound and see an august gentleman astride a bizarre looking tractor, stop to say hello. Maury Collins, inventor and owner of his “WORKALL TRACTOR” always welcomes inquiries, be it about his unique multi-purpose invention, the ups and downs of the weather, directions to local events or just to talk.
Validity and reliability of resiliency measures trialled for the evaluation of a preventative Resilience-promoting social-emotional curriculum for remote Aboriginal school students
Loading metrics Open Access Peer-reviewed Research Article Gary Robinson , Eunro Lee , Bernard Leckning , Sven Silburn , Tricia Nagel , Richard Midford Gary Robinson, Eunro Lee, Bernard Leckning, Sven Silburn, Tricia Nagel, Richard Midford Published: January 11, 2022 https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0262406 Figures Abstract Purpose We aimed to test the reliability and validity of two brief measures of resilience adopted for the evaluation of a preventative social-emotional curriculum...
Cooper: NC to transition to Phase 1 of reopening on Friday
RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper agreed on Tuesday to ease North Carolina’s stay-at-home order, saying COVID-19 cases are generally stable and testing, tracing and health care supplies improving enough to warrant increased commerce and movement. A new executive order taking effect Friday afternoon that opens many more businesses will replace a more restrictive mandate that Cooper had issued starting March 30.
North Carolina Judges Throw Out Current Congressional Map
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina judges on Monday blocked the state's congressional map from being used in the 2020 elections, ruling that voters had a strong likelihood of winning a lawsuit that argued Republicans unlawfully manipulated district lines for partisan gain. The panel of three Superior Court judges issued a preliminary injunction preventing elections under the district lines, starting with the March 3 primary.
Congressional elections in limbo - WS Chronicle
RALEIGH — It wasn’t surprising when a panel of federal judges struck down North Carolina’s congressional map, saying Republican state legislators went too far using political data to preserve GOP-held seats. But their suggested timetable to fix the problem was startling. The judges this week raised the possibility of redrawing the districts by mid-September so they could be used in November elections, or at least before the next session of Congress is seated in January.
Assessing Fish and Motile Fauna around Offshore Windfarms Using Stereo Baited Video
There remains limited knowledge of how offshore windfarm developments influence fish assemblages, particularly at a local scale around the turbine structures. Considering the existing levels of anthropogenic pressures on coastal fish populations it is becoming increasingly important for developers and environmental regulators to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing fish assemblages.
The Sword Swallower and a Chico Kid eBook : Robinson, Gary: Kindle Store
Customers find the book's story compelling, drawing readers into its narrative while being punctuated by adventure. Moreover, the writing is well-executed and easy to read, with interesting characters and moments of humor that make readers laugh and cry. Additionally, the book receives positive feedback for its realism, with one customer noting its creative cover design, while another appreciates how it explores themes of friendship and loss.
Closing the Insights-to-Action Gap
There are many types of analytics for getting insight out of data, but the bigger and more difficult challenge is turning that insight into action. What should we do differently based on your findings? A recent article in KDnuggets presented the four types of data analytics we encounter in data science: Descriptive, Diagnostic, Predictive and Prescriptive. This grouping is familiar to many.
Eight SEC teams dot this week's polls; Tigers get votes in coaches poll
By Gary Robinson of The Commercial Appeal Week three of the college football season saw plenty of movement in the polls and the Memphis Tigers getting some votes in the Amway Coaches Poll. The Tigers, 2-0 under first-year coach Mike Norvell, drew four votes in the coaches' poll, meaning they are tied for 44th with Maryland and Kansas State. The Southeastern Conference dominated both polls with eight teams in each. Alabama remain on top.
77-unit rental townhome project next to COGIC HQ to be announced
The COGIC World Headquarters will soon get company with plans to be announced today for a 77-unit townhome project on land adjacent to the headquarters. By Gary Robinson of The Commercial Appeal A rental townhome project, said to be a public-private partnership involving Memphis' Division of Housing Community Development, will be announced at an 11 a.m. press conference today at the Church of God in Christ World Headquarters.
US high court refuses to reinstate NC voter ID
RALEIGH — A divided U.S. Supreme Court refused Wednesday to reinstate North Carolina’s voter identification requirement and keep just 10 days of early in-person voting. The court rejected a request by Gov. Pat McCrory and other state officials to delay a lower court ruling that found the state law was tainted by racial discrimination.
THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT POWER OVER NATIVE AMERICAN CRIME CASES
Tribal leaders acknowledge that it is imperative for them to help reduce crime cases occurring on the reservation. However, this presents a challenge for them because they have fewer jurisdictions over crime cases in comparison to the Federal government. Worse still, the Federal Government hesitates on handling Native American cases that occur both on the reservation and away.
Reaction to the death of B.B. King
Are you sure you want to delete your account? You'll lose everything, forever! Of course not!
Explaining why comments suddenly disappear
A portion of each day for the digital team at The Commercial Appeal and commercialappeal.com is spent moderating comments from our online subscribers. Occasionally, commenters will ask why certain comments were removed, or, in the vernacular of the comment area, “poofed.” With that question in mind, I thought I would explain our moderation guidelines. Call it, with a tip of the hat to one commenter who has accused of us of far left political leanings, our Comment Manifesto.
Is the ‘Country before party’ campaign a win-win for everyone (except Labour!)?
2014 has begun. This year, we in UKIP are working hard to achieve victory in the European elections in May. Pundits suggest that UKIP will either come second or even first in these elections in the UK. In either case, we are already predicted to beat the Conservative party. Although all UKIP members have their eyes set on this challenge, there are some who are looking further, to the General Election of 2015.
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