Stuart is one of the most experienced and respected deal makers in the financial services industry. He has more than 40 years experience gained at some of the most prominent firms in the industry, including Ascot Lloyd, Cofunds, Close Brothers, Friends Provident, Schroders, Barings, KPMG and others.

Before founding Dyer Baade & Company, Stuart was Chairman of Ascot Lloyd. During his tenure, he oversaw the successful merger between Bellpenny and Ascot Lloyd, which created one of the largest IFA firms in the United Kingdom.

Prior to this, he spent seven years with Close Brothers, incl. Head of Intermediary Acquisitions, Head of UK Distribution and Executive Chairman for Fiduciary Services.

From 2001 to 2005 Stuart served as Chief Executive and Chief Operating Officer for Cofunds, building one of the leading asset management platforms in the UK. Prior roles include management roles in finance, operations and investment marketing at Robert Fleming, Friends Provident, Schroders and Baring Asset Management.

He qualified as an accountant with KPMG and became a partner in 1983.

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