KBA in the Spotlight
From award-winning achievements and exciting milestones to media features and community involvement, there's always something happening at KBA! We're proud of the people, partnerships and moments that make us who we are. Take a look at our latest press coverage, recognition and achievements as we continue doing what we do best – Helping People Have Better Lives.
Spotlight Moment - Sarah Hogan
Our Director & Chartered Financial Planner, Sarah Hogan, shares her thoughts with FT Adviser on the proposed ISA reforms, their potential impact on savers and why financial confidence matters more than ever.
Spotlight Moment - Emma Bell
Our Head of Marketing & Events, Emma Bell, has been named a finalist for Role Model of the Year (Medium Firms) at the Women in Financial Advice Awards, recognising her commitment to making a positive difference and inspiring others within and beyond the financial services industry.
Spotlight Moment - VouchedFor
We’re incredibly proud to have been recognised as a VouchedFor Top Rated Firm for 2026, reflecting the trust, confidence and positive feedback of our wonderful clients.
Get to Know the People Behind KBA
Want to get to know the faces behind the headlines? Meet the wonderful people who make KBA what it is below.
Sarah Hogan
Company Director and Chartered Financial Planner
Jack Leatherland
Operations Director
Emma Bell
Head of Marketing & Events
Maura Baines
Client Operations Lead
Karen Fogg
Business Transitions Manager
Emily Bartley
Paraplanner
Beccy Brooks
Trainee Paraplanner
Laura Jones
Trainee Paraplanner
Sarah Tate
Client Support
CLAIRE SHERLOCK
Executive Assistant to Sarah Hogan
Kasim Ikhlaq
Client Support
Ciara Fitzgerald-Nolan
Client Support
Howard Bartley
the Founding Father of Howard Bartley Financial
Garry Lomon
Financial Planner
Ken Bates
The Founding Father of KBA
David Parkinson
Financial Planner
Elysia Walsh
Financial Planner
Cheryl Clarke
Agency Manager
Hannah Needham
Financial Planner
Mandy Mycock
Customer Consultant
Hayley Bowker
Agency Manager
Matt Marsh
Financial Planner
Steven Bill
Agency Manager
Emma Hull
Customer Consultant
Milly Gresty
Customer Consultant & Events Assistant
Lisa Roberts
Customer Consultant
Nicola Rhodes
Customer Consultant & Client Support
Julie Leeson
Customer Consultant
Andrew Sumner
Customer Consultant
Joe Webster
Customer Consultant
Helen Shaw
Customer Consultant
Mollie Scotson
Customer Consultant & Marketing Assistant