Laverick exits AWD in management shake-up

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AWD Chase de Vere has announced a major shake-up of its senior management team, with marketing director Martyn Laverick and group finance and operations director Robert Organ departing the IFA with immediate effect.

Meanwhile, Andy Papadopolous, Phil Andrews, Peter Russell, Param Basi and Daniel Baade have been promoted from within the company to the board. The changes have come after a review of senior management although details are still being worked out on how responsibilities will be divided. Stephen Kavanagh, AWD chief executive, says: "This restructure is the next stage of our development that has already seen AWD Chase de Vere become re-established as a successful and profitable IFA business. "I am delighted to welcome Andy, Phil, Peter, Param and Daniel to [the board]. I have worked w...

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