First Names Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Gary Hepburn to Managing Director of their Isle of Man trust and corporate business.  The appointment is effective immediately. 

Gary has been promoted to Managing Director of First Names (Isle of Man) Limited after working as Client Service Director at First Names Group for 9 years.  Gary is well known within the industry, he has a wealth of experience in financial services placing him as the natural choice to lead the Isle of Man operation. Originally from Zimbabwe he worked in the UK, Bermuda and the Cayman Islands before moving to the Isle of Man with his family.

Gary is a Fellow of the Institute of Bankers; he holds the Trustee Diploma as well as a Finance Degree from the University of Manchester. He is also a long-time member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners and the Securities Institute.

First Names Group now have over 400 staff operating out of eight strategic locations and is one of the world's largest offshore trust, funds and corporate service providers.  Gary's appointment comes just weeks after the Group was named Private Client Practitioner Top 25 Trust Companies for the third year running.

Speaking about his new appointment Gary said;

First Names Group has grown very strongly over the last few years.  I am excited about the future and am really looking forward to helping deliver responsible growth, whilst crucially ensuring we continue to provide unrivalled client service.

Morgan Jubb, CEO of the Group commented;

First Names Group has ambitious plans for the future, a strong leadership team is imperative if we are going to achieve our objectives. I am delighted with Gary's appointment he is a strong leader and is dedicated to delivering the highest level of client service. He is well respected by clients and colleagues alike and I have every confidence that he will continue to raise the bar and drive the business forward.   

Photo - Gary Hepburn.