Incisive Media founder Weller and CEO Whiteley lead MBO

Led by Investment Week founder Tim Weller

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The leadership team of Professional Adviser's parent company Incisive Media have secured a management buyout (MBO) that allows the business to accelerate its growth strategy under long-term private ownership.

The MBO was led by Incisive's founder and chairman Tim Weller, CFO Jamie Campbell-Harris and CEO Jonathon Whiteley, who have worked together in the business for two decades. Weller said: "This exciting development allows Incisive Media to operate as a fully independent private company. It gives the business the flexibility to focus on investing in both its existing market-leading products and services and to take full advantage of further opportunities for growth, either organically or through acquisition." He added: "This is a fantastic outcome for the business and staff after a numb...

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