Colin Lawson, Managing Partner

With over 20 years' experience in the financial services market, Colin brings an entrepreneurial flair to a process-driven industry and business.  He is committed to helping people maximise the wealth they have accumulated and is passionate about helping them make the right investment choices. More

Kevin Rickard, Client Support

Kevin joined Equilibrium in January 2009, having gained his first year of financial services experience with a major insurance company.  Prior to this, Kevin spent several years working in residential property conveyancing for law firms. Kevin holds the Certificate in Financial Planning and has set his sights on obtaining the Diploma.

Hailing from just near Northwich in Cheshire, Kevin is now a proud Manchester city centre dweller.  Outside of work Kevin likes to keep fit, cook, socialise with friends and go clubbing.

Tarryn Gorman, Client Support

Tarryn joined Equilibrium in April 2007. Prior to this Tarryn worked as a teacher but decided on a change of direction.

Originally from South Africa, Tarryn has now been in the UK for nearly 10 years. Her main passion in life is dancing, whether that is street dancing, hip hop, modern, or ballroom and latin.
 

Toby Ellington, Paraplanner

Toby has been in the financial services industry since 2002 and joined Equilibrium in March 2008.  Toby is a Certified and Chartered Financial Planner and also an Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute.

In his spare time he enjoys running and football, which allows him to make full use of his CAMRA membership! Toby also keeps four chickens.
 

Rob Ellis, Paraplanner

Rob joined Equilibrium in February 2010, having previously worked for a number of product providers and financial advisers.  Rob studied Financial Services at university and holds the Diploma in Financial Planning, and is currently studying for the Advanced Diploma.

Outside of work Rob enjoys watching football and going to gigs and festivals.
 

Paula Deary, Paraplanner

Paula has worked in financial services for 16 years and joined Equilibrium in 2004.

Paula studied to be an adviser but almost by accident discovered the role of Paraplanner, which allowed Paula to use her skills and knowledge without giving direct advice. Paula holds the Financial Planning Certificate and Diploma in Financial Planning, having taken advanced papers in Taxation & Trusts, Personal Investment Planning and Pensions.

Paula is also a qualified scuba diver (warm water only!) and enjoys sailing holidays, watching Formula One and keeping fit.