Team

Brad Ainsworth BCAv

Founding Director

My career in financial services began over 20 years ago. As Director of Cathedral Wealth Management I want to provide a legitimate, client focused financial service. This helps my clients to grow and protect their wealth without fear of mis-selling or hidden agendas.

Financial services will always be about trust and integrity. Understanding the specific needs of each client and how to improve their financial wellbeing is what we believe sets us apart from the competition. We truly understand our clients’ needs and objectives and regularly meet with them to help improve their wealth. Even if my clients’ circumstances do not change, rules and regulations do, therefore regular review meetings are paramount to our relationship. We are not just here to see you once!

I am recognised as one of the Top 100 financial advisers in the UK for 2026 and have won several individual and business awards;

  • 2018 – Southern Business Awards – Outstanding Contribution to the community – Winner
  • 2018 – Observer Business Awards – Outstanding Contribution to the Community – Winner
  • VouchedFor UK Top Rated Financial Advisor – Winner 2020
  • VouchedFor UK Top Rated Financial Advisor – Winner 2021
  • VouchedFor UK Top Rated Financial Advisor – Winner 2022
  • VouchedFor UK Top Rated Financial Advisor – Winner 2023
  • VouchedFor UK Top Rated Financial Advisor – Winner 2024
  • VouchedFor UK Top Rated Financial Advisor – Winner 2025
  • VouchedFor UK Top Rated Financial Advisor – Winner 2026
  • Financial Times Advisor Excellence Award – Winner 2026
  • Financial Times Advisor Employer Excellence Award – Highly Commended 2026

I have also been awarded the British Citizen Award 2024 at the Palace of Westminster.

Brad Ainsworth

Emma Ainsworth

Director

 

As Director of Cathedral Wealth Management, I support the team with administrative tasks and help maintain the high standards of service our clients expect and deserve. Whether I’m answering calls, replying to emails, or assisting with day-to-day operations, my focus is always on putting Clients first.

Although I’ve been formally in the business for over two years, I’ve supported Cathedral Wealth behind the scenes for more than a decade. I’ve seen it grow from our family dining table into what it is today, and that journey has given me a deep-rooted commitment to making sure every client feels valued, respected, and cared for.

Before joining the company, I worked for a local charity, where I helped grow their presence, organise events, and manage operations. This experience taught me the importance of community and the value of giving back.

I love getting to know our clients, not just through their finances, but as people. Outside of work, I enjoy beach walks, trying new restaurants, yoga, and spending time with family and friends over a good glass of red.

Josh Farrow DipPFS Cert

Senior Financial Adviser
My former career in health and fitness allows me to understand the importance of both physical and financial fitness.  This in turn allows me to create a truly holistic financial plan for my clients; ultimately, this means greater financial freedom for my clients to enjoy the greater aspects of life.
 
Working with Cathedral Wealth Management was an easy choice as our goals are aligned.  Putting our clients’ aspirations at the centre of their financial plan and developing advice that supports them on their journey, allows me to go above and beyond my clients expectations.
 
Outside work, family is an integral part of my life. When I’m not with family or friends, I enjoy a variety of interests including weightlifting, keeping fit, aqua scaping (underwater gardening) and growing bonsai trees.

Jo Hall

Financial Advisor

With a degree in Business and French and a diploma in Personal Training, I bring a broad perspective to my role and a commitment to helping clients achieve their financial goals.

After taking a career break to bring up my two boys, I’m excited to be restarting my professional journey in Financial Advise. My life experience has shaped a holistic approach to financial planning, considering not just wealth, but wellbeing and lifestyle aspirations. Having lived abroad and immersed myself in different cultures, I’ve developed a deep appreciation for travel and the many perspectives it brings. I’m passionate about understanding people’s unique stories and helping them create financial plans that support the lives they truly want to live.

Outside of work, I enjoy running, yoga, long walks with my dog, and spending time with friends and family, alongside my passion for travel and discovering new places. I’m also proud to have completed the London Marathon in 2022, an experience that reflects my dedication and love of personal challenges.

Victoria Parsons

Senior Paraplanner

Bio Coming Soon!

Lauren King

Client services and compliance administrator

I joined Cathedral Wealth Management as a Client Services Administrator. I am looking forward to growing my skill set and helping to make the business run as efficiently as possible. 

In my spare time I love doing activities with my daughter and my husband, cooking, baking, and helping organise/plan events.

Emma Shepherd

Marketing and Events Coordinator

I joined the Cathedral Wealth Management team coming from a very different background to the financial world. My role at Cathedral Wealth Management is to arrange our client communications via our E-briefing service and more recently manage our Social Media platforms.  I am entrusted to make sure that the communication we send to our clients is inciteful, accurate and up to date.

I also arrange our many client events which range from our flagship Crouchers Dinner, to Grand Prix, wine tasting and Goodwood hospitality events.

When I am not working, I love being with my family and friends, being involved in the local community and spending time at the gym.

Join Our Team At Cathedral Wealth Management

Do you have experience providing financial planning services to clients, to help those needing financial advice whilst giving a high level of client servicing?

We are always looking to expand our team of Financial Advisers and superb back office support staff.

If you think Cathedral Wealth Management in Chichester & Barnstaple would be a good fit for you, then please fill out the quick form below to express interest and one of our team will be in touch.

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