What we do
At Ardent we put you first. Our Chartered Financial Planning status demonstrates our commitment to delivering the highest possible standards, as we know this is the only way we’ll provide you with peace of mind.
Our proven track record in providing high quality advice in a professional, understandable and approachable way, helps you take control of your financial journey and achieve future aspirations – whatever they may be.
Find out moreYour journey
Meet the team
Based in the beautiful historic city of York, Ardent’s team is a professional yet friendly group who are highly qualified in their field. But away from work, they also have interesting lives and hobbies too, so click below to find out more about them.
View the whole teamGary O’Brien
Chartered Financial Planner and Director
Mark Fisher
Managing Director / Chartered Assoc. of LIBF & Financial Planner
Ruth Norman
Senior Financial Planner
Elain Hughes
Business Director
Chris Tordoff
Technical & Compliance Director
Declan Coates
Client Relationship Manager
Daniel Sanderson
Client Relationship Manager
Andy Tatterton
Client Relationship Administrator
Donna Skidmore
Client Relationship Administrator
Trish Newton
Business Administrator
Amelia Headley
Client Administrator
Jarvis
Barketing executive
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What our clients say
As a company, we strive to give clients excellence. But don’t take our word for it, listen to others who have already worked with us. Click on the following clients and listen to their experience of Ardent and the positive impacts it's had on their life.
We asked our clients “What is the biggest single benefit you get from working with us?” Here are some of our favourite answers:
“Knowing that I am receiving advice that is of a very high standard"
"Trust, reassurance and peace of mind"
"Having someone I feel I can trust taking care of my financial investments"
"Confidence and reassurance that the management of our investments are in very capable hands."
"The continued support, assistance and service, along with the knowledge and experience that you have gained over the years, which has helped in supporting the right decisions for me."
"Clarity regarding my financial position going forward, which has enabled me to retire earlier than I had thought possible."
"Knowing that I have a trusted, dependable, friendly person to discuss my financial affairs with outside of the family."
"Peace of mind that our investments are on track and if the markets change, you're there to help us navigate the ups and downs."