At Blue Sky, we’ve always believed that the strength of our service lies in the strength of our people. Behind every recommendation, every carefully crafted financial plan, is a team that truly cares about doing things properly and about helping our clients live the lives they want.
We’re now almost three years into our journey as an Employee Owned Trust, and that decision continues to shape who we are and how we work. We chose employee ownership to protect our independence, empower our people, and ensure that client care stays at the heart of everything we do. You can read more about that decision here.
As we continue to grow, we’re thrilled to share some exciting changes within our team, and to celebrate what feels like the strongest and most experienced version of Blue Sky yet.
We’re delighted to have welcomed Euan Baker-Milne as our new Paraplanner. Euan brings a calm, analytical mindset and impressive technical knowledge, but it’s his curiosity and collaborative approach that have made him such a natural fit here. He’s already playing a key role in the preparation and development of our clients’ financial plans.
Joining our Planner Support team earlier this year is Alex James, who brings drive, adaptability and a great sense of humour to the office. He’s become a vital part of our day-to-day operations, keeping things moving smoothly and ensuring clients continue to experience the high standard of service we’re known for.
In recent weeks, we’ve also welcomed Lucy Tuttle in the role of Senior Planner Support Administrator. With over 25 years’ experience in financial services, and having worked with Gary and Angela over 20 years ago in a previous business, Lucy brings depth of knowledge, exceptional efficiency, and a natural energy that uplifts those around her. We’re delighted to have her.
Alongside our new joiners, Johanna Payne Knauf has stepped into a newly created role as Operations Officer. With a sharp eye for detail, a love of systems, and a brilliant attitude, she’s already bringing new clarity and structure to the business. Johanna takes over from Peter Brown, who retired earlier this summer after more than 12 years with Blue Sky.
Peter has been an integral part of the Blue Sky journey. His practical approach, unwavering reliability and deep loyalty helped shape the business into what it is today. Our COO, Lesley Keets shared:
“Working with Pete over the last couple of years has been a real pleasure. From day one, he made me feel welcome and was always generous with his knowledge and time. We shared plenty of laughs and a mutual love of fitness, which sparked many great conversations. I’ll miss our weekly catch ups, but I wish him all the very best in his well-earned retirement.”
This is a new chapter for the Blue Sky team — one that feels full of possibility. As Gary, our CEO, puts it:
“We’ve never had a stronger team. The level of skill and commitment in every area of the business is remarkable, and it’s strengthening our culture where people genuinely care about what they do, and who they do it for. That’s exactly what we want for our clients.”
Next year, we’ll be adding one or two Financial Planners to our team too. If you, or someone you know, is keen to explore a different kind of IFA — one rooted in emotional intelligence, trust, and long-term impact — please do get in touch.
