Published this week, the list – produced annually by industry title eprivateclient – celebrates the most prominent figures from across the private client landscape in the UK and Crown Dependencies. Featuring senior practitioners who are driving progress and shaping the future of the sector, inclusion is based on the achievements and contribution of key individuals over the past year.

It is the eighth consecutive time Heather has been featured in the list, reinforcing her reputation as a figure of authority in the sector and underlining her leadership of a team that continues to grow and differentiate itself in supporting the increasingly sophisticated needs of global families.

Heather has over 25 years’ experience supporting the needs of UHNW individuals and families and continues to drive Crestbridge FOS’ business’ strategy, shape the firm’s culture and manage a number of key client relationships.

Commenting on her inclusion in the 2026 Most Influential list, Heather said:

“Recognition in eprivateclient’s latest list is of course something I am very proud of personally – but that recognition is only as a result of being able to work with exceptional people who share a commitment to excellence and making a positive difference. The past year has been a successful and rewarding one for the team, and as we look forward into 2026 and beyond, we remain focused on continuing to grow as a business and diversifying our services for global families in a rapidly changing landscape.”

Showcasing ‘best of breed’ in the Channel Islands region, the awards have been designed to recognise outstanding organisations grouped by specialism and geography which the prestigious panel of independent judges deemed to have ‘demonstrated innovation and excellence during the last year’.

Each of these categories is highly contested and is subject to a rigorous process before the ultimate winner is selected by the judges. It is this process that makes WealthBriefing Channel Islands awards so prized amongst winners.

The WealthBriefing Channel Islands Awards are part of a global programme run by WealthBriefing and its sister publications WealthBriefingAsia and Family Wealth Report, encompassing all the world’s major wealth management centers.

Participants around the world recognise that winning awards is particularly important in these challenging times as it provides clients with reassurance in the solidity and sustainability of the winner’s business and operating model.

Commenting on her award, Heather said: “Successful leadership is wholly dependent on a talented, collaborative, empathetic and committed team, supporting one another in the pursuit of shared goals. Day after day our team exemplifies that ethos in the service of our clients, and it is a genuine privilege to work alongside them. This is an award in which we all share equally.”

Stephen Harris, ClearView Financial Media’s CEO, and publisher of WealthBriefing, was first to extend his congratulations to all the winners “Every category winner and highly commended firm has been subjected to rigorous and independent judging process and be rightly proud of the success they have achieved this year.

“We have seen a marked increase in entrants and interest in all our global awards programmes and WealthBriefing Channel Islands is no exception. These awards are so beneficial as they give organisations and individuals the opportunity to clarify their strategic thinking, have it independently validated, be recognized internally and externally and to celebrate in style with their peers.

I offer my congratulations and best wishes for the future to all winners and highly commended firms – they are all worthy recipients who join the elite list of wealth management professionals who form the global elite of WealthBriefing Channel Islands winners”.

Winners and highly commended companies were announced on 3rd December 2025 at The Royal Yacht Hotel.

The winners were selected by an independent panel of judges, with Heather awarded the top prize for leadership, in recognition of her commitment to delivering innovative solutions to clients in the region and championing service excellence.

Commenting on the award win, Heather said: “The Middle East remains an absolutely critical strategic market for Crestbridge, with our team having built exceptional knowledge and deep relationships in the region over the years. It is a market I have become particularly close to and I am therefore delighted and honoured to accept this Award. I am, however, also proud to lead such a highly skilled team that understands the nuances of the market and is committed to supporting the increasingly complex and sophisticated ambitions of families in this dynamic region.”

Stephen Harris, CEO of ClearView Financial Media’s and publisher of WealthBriefing, added:

“Every category winner has undergone a rigorous and independent judging process and should be rightly proud of their achievements this year. I extend my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all winners and highly commended firms. They are all worthy recipients and now join an elite group of wealth management professionals who represent the very best of the industry across MENA and beyond.”

Read WealthBriefing MENA Awards 2025 Acclaim.

Crestbridge Family Office Services (FOS) Assistant Manager Tallie Renouf has received further industry recognition, being included in a list identifying future leaders within the private client industry across the UK and Crown Dependencies.

Tallie is one of the industry’s stand-out young talents recognised in the latest ‘UK and Crown Dependencies NextGen Leaders List’, published this month by eprivateclient (8 September).  Through her inclusion in the national list, she is noted as combining a strong academic record and class topping exam results with a firm commitment to continuous self-improvement and professional development.

Tallie works on a number of the firm’s dynamic and complex structures, providing support to Crestbridge’s team of directors, while she has also taken on the role of mentor to other emerging talent in the team and helps with the organisation of various initiatives as part of firm’s charity committee.

The annual list from eprivateclient recognises and celebrates young practitioners working in diverse areas of the private client sector across the entirety of the UK as well as Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man. In compiling the list, judges consider a number of factors, including expertise, achievements over the past year, career progression and company performance.

Tallie was also featured in eprivateclient’s ‘Channel Islands NextGen Leaders List’, published in June.

Commenting on Tallie’s latest success, Steve Le Seelleur, Managing Director, Crestbridge Family Office Services, said:

“Tallie embodies Crestbridge’s ethos, leading by example to bring intellect, aptitude and drive to our team. She fully deserves this national recognition, which builds on her success earlier this year. Being consistently included in initiatives like this is a reflection of the focus Crestbridge has on nurturing young talent and creating an environment where everyone can grow and thrive.”

Tallie is one of the industry’s stand-out young talents recognised in the latest Crown Dependencies NextGen Leaders List, published this month by eprivateclient (11 June). She is noted as combining a strong academic record and a commitment to continuous self-improvement with emotional intelligence and considerable experience – working on a number of the firm’s dynamic and complex structures. She also acts as a mentor to other emerging talent in the team.

The annual list recognises and celebrates young practitioners working in diverse areas of the private client sector in Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man. To be featured in the list, judges consider a number of factors, including individual expertise and achievements over the past 12 months, career progression, feedback from colleagues, and the performance of their company.

Mark Beer, Client Director, Crestbridge Family Office Services, said: “Crestbridge has a strong track-record in nurturing young talent, reflecting our commitment to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Tallie fully deserves this recognition. She leads by example, through her commitment to professional development, her ability to work as a real team player, and her impressive technical knowledge. Tallie has built strong, trusted relationships with clients, who consistently praise her responsiveness, professionalism, and technical expertise. She is an ambassador for what we stand for at Crestbridge.”

In this interview Heather Tibbo discusses her recent award win and gives insight into leading an award-winning team.

What was your winning formula, that explains why you won?
My philosophy has always been to place an emphasis on people and relationships. That means bringing together a highly driven, passionate team that can demonstrate impressive technical understanding, but that is also acutely client-focused.

Instilling a culture where we are collectively empowered to put the client at the centre of everything we do has been critical to our shared success over the past ten years, when we have grown from being a small boutique team to a major force serving the needs of global and influential families.

Please describe how your colleagues have made a difference?
Our team ethic is at the core of what we stand for – we work in a truly collaborative, supportive, open and honest way, and place real value on providing professional development opportunities and nurturing a working environment that is both enjoyable and rewarding.

I firmly believe that it is because of that focus on our shared strengths as a team, at all levels, that we are able to deliver such high quality, tailored, flexible solutions to our clients, with a true relationship management focus.

What are you going to do to remain competitive and stay ahead?
We’ve managed to achieve consistent growth in both scale and stature over the past ten years – but we are under no illusions that the sector remains highly competitive and increasingly complex. As an independent and privately-owned business though, we believe we are in a strong position to approach the future with confidence, being agile and ready to adapt to the shifting needs of families. We also recognise that the best way to provide the best service is to look after our own people, and we do that by offering market-leading professional development opportunities and supporting wellbeing.

With that in mind, our relationship-driven approach is going to remain critical – as the world becomes more sophisticated and as client needs become more bespoke, actively listening to families and being ready and able to respond to their needs quickly and  effectively will be a real differentiator for us. We are a driven, independent-spirited team and are passionate about what we do, and I believe that will continue to resonate with families.

Where do you see the wealth management industry, and your part of it, going in the next five years?
There’s no doubt that the future of the family office space is going to be defined by the shifting demands of the NextGen – and those needs will be increasingly diverse and sophisticated. In particular, international mobility is set to be increasingly important as families become more geographically spread and multi-jurisdictional in their approach, whilst the more purpose-driven approach of the NextGen is going to increasingly embed concepts such as philanthropy, impact investing and seed funding in family frameworks. Digital integration and the adoption of AI is also likely to become more and more important in terms of how the NextGen operates and communicates.

For all those supporting families, these are fundamental shifts, and it will be those who possess deep technical cross-border expertise, who are agile, who are proactive in listening to clients, and who have developed strong relationships with their clients who will be successful.

This article was published in Acclaim magazine.

CEO Heather Tibbo as well as Directors Daniel Channing and Laura Parkes have all been included in the latest Private Client Global Elite directory, published this week by international legal publishing group Law.com.

Launched in 2017, the directory is collated through peer recommendation and serves as a highly respected point of reference for the world’s top private client and trust​ and estates litigation talent, as well as rising stars within the industry.

Commenting on the recognition, Heather said:

“This year marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of Crestbridge Family Office Services as an independent and privately owned business. What is not changing however, is the shared dedication and commitment we have as a team to providing clients with first-class service, and that is reflected in our strong representation in this year’s directory of elite private client practitioners.”

This marks Heather’s sixth consecutive year of inclusion in the prestigious list, which is compiled by the specialist private wealth publisher. Selection is determined by a number of criteria, from achievement and contribution, to those helping to shape the industry’s future.

In 2023 Heather took on the role of CEO at Crestbridge Family Office Services to continue to shape the firm’s next chapter as a privately-owned, independent business.

Heather commented: “ I would like to thank eprivateclient for my inclusion in this list which is, above all else, a reflection of the dedication and commitment of our team.

As we begin 2024 from our new offices in the heart of St Helier, we look forward to working alongside our clients and partners, exploring new and exciting opportunities together.”

Held in Jersey this week (7th December), the Awards celebrate excellence, knowledge and best practice across the private wealth sector in Jersey and Guernsey. Winners are selected by an independent panel of judges.

In particular, the Award recognises the firm’s creative use of communications to mark its milestone anniversary. Entitled REFLECT10NS, the campaign recognised the success and growth the firm has seen since it was established in 2013, while also focusing on its future journey and aspirations.

It aimed both to engender a sense of pride internally amongst the team, while also communicating to external stakeholders the importance it attaches to listening to clients to help improve future performance and first-class client service.

The Awards, which were held in Dubai last week (16th November), celebrate and recognise excellence, knowledge and best practice across the private wealth sector in the Middle East and North Africa region, with winners being selected by an independent panel of judges.

This award serves to underline Crestbridge’s proposition in the Middle East market, where it has developed strong relationships built up over a number of years, with the team supporting the global and increasingly complex objectives of a growing number of families based in the region.

Crestbridge Family Office Services CEO Heather Tibbo commented on the award win:

“Gaining recognition through this award is a reflection of our unique proposition in the Middle East, a rapidly evolving market where we have earned a leading reputation thanks to our team’s ability to understand the dynamics, needs and demands of our clients.

“It is testament to our team’s knowledge of the domestic landscape, of our Islamic Finance capabilities and of our global reach – and it is fitting that this award comes as we celebrate our tenth anniversary this year, as we look forward and continue to enhance our proposition both in the Middle East and beyond.”