Bestinvest founder Spiers returns as CEO

The Bestinvest founder and former majority shareholder retained a stake in the firm, which he launched in 1986. Spiers replaces Andrew Barnes, who resigned as chief executive earlier this month after nearly two years at the helm. “I am delighted to return to the fold after a break from day-to-day involvement and look forward to working with such an enthusiastic and committed management team and staff,” Spiers says. “The current climate presents both challenges and opportunities. I am confident Bestinvest will provide the guidance and support customers need to ride out present market cond...