Passionate about helping you get more from your finances.
Discover howWhat 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.
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Gary O’Brien
Chartered Financial Planner and Managing Director

Mark Fisher
Director / Chartered Assoc. of LIBF & Financial Planner

Ruth Norman
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"
"The "go to" for advice and discussion regarding my pensions"
"A sense of security that comes from easy access to financial advice that we trust"