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Celebrating success at the SJP’s Chartered Symposium

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Publication date:

03 February 2023

Last updated:

25 February 2025

CII were delighted to attend St James’ Place (SJP’s) 6th National Chartered Symposium last week (Thursday 26 January 2023).

The event brought together over 500 professionals from across the sector to collaborate, share expertise and nurture their knowledge.

The symposium also provided the chance to celebrate success and recognise those that have made a real difference to the sector. A huge congratulations to the nominees and the four winners of the Professional Development awards:

  • SJP Chartered Planner of the Year – Matthew Sellens, Crown Wealth Consultants
  • SJP Chartered Firm of the Year – de Mellow and Co Wealth Management
  • SJP Vulnerability Champion of the Year – Zoe Taylor, Lawrence Neil Wealth Management Ltd
  • SJP Paraplanner of the Year – Sajmira Cairns, PFP Wealth Ltd

Melissa Collett, Executive Director of Professional Standards at CII said, “Being Chartered demonstrates to consumers, employers, peers and professional networks that you are at the forefront of your profession and go beyond technical competence to put ongoing professional development, prioritising client centricity and trust at the heart of everything you do.”

“It was an honour to be part of the 6th National Chartered Symposium. On behalf of everyone here at the CII, I would like to congratulate Matthew Sellens, Zoe Taylor, Sajmira Cairns and everyone at de Mellow and Co Wealth Management. It’s a huge achievement to be recognised for your hard work and dedication.”