NextGen Planners sign up Chris Rushworth as cricket ambassador

Taken more than 500 first class wickets

Tom Ellis
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Professional cricketer Chris Rushworth has joined NextGen Planners to train to become a financial adviser.

The cricketer, who has taken more than 500 first class wickets, has joined NextGen Planners' 'Training Contract' to become a financial planner while also acting as its cricket ambassador. While studying for his qualifications Rushworth will also help fellow sportspeople find a career in financial planning. Rushworth said: "In the last year or so, I've been looking at and exploring options for life after professional sport. I was put in touch with NextGen Planners and having spoken with them and what their training contract offers, I was instantly excited at the prospect of furthering ...

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