Ian Good, Chairman of Trustees
Cincinnati Machine Pension Plan
Cincinnati Machine Pension Plan
Premier was founded on a single vision; to do things properly and place our clients at the heart of our business. In doing so we not only wanted to improve the standards of service our clients receive but also set a new benchmark in the market for quality and service. Although our ambitions are focused on the future, our operation is firmly based on experience.
Premier was founded by Dai Smith (Executive Chairman), supported by Joanne Williams (Director) and Mo Simpson (Personal Assistant). Premier was Initially started as a Consulting business with a focus on providing support to small and medium sized pension schemes.
The Company was relocated to new offices following rapid expansion and the recruitment of senior consultants who were attracted by Premier’s vision for client service.
In response to client demand Third Party Administration Services were introduced as a new service line. The Directors quickly recognised that there was a gap in the market for a truly first class administration offering.
Paul Couchman joins from Mercer as Sales and Marketing Director.
A joint venture for the provision of Actuarial Services is established.
Dai Smith becomes Executive Chairman and Paul Couchman is appointed Managing Director.
Due to the continued expansion of the business additional office space is acquired.
Premier Benefit Solutions, our FSA Regulated business is established with Ian Gutteridge and Martin Thompson joining as Directors.
Due to continued expansion Premier establishes its Actuarial Services business allowing the organisation to provide fully managed trustee services and actuarial advice to employers.
A new regional Consulting office in Bristol is established to help develop and grow Premier’s south west england client pool.
Premier Wealth Planning, Premier’s bespoke financial planning and wealth management service to individuals is established.
Head Office is relocated to new offices following sustained expansion across all service lines.
A new commercial agreement with Gatemore Capital Management for the provision of investment consulting services is agreed.