Mattioli Woods co-founder steps down as CEO

Transition expected this month

Patrick Brusnahan
clock • 1 min read

Mattioli Woods co-founder Ian Mattioli has stepped aside as CEO to become founding president of the firm.

He will now focus on client relationships, strategic partnerships and the continued evolution of the Mattioli Woods brand. Current non-executive chair Peter Mann will be appointed CEO, subject to regulatory approval. The transition is expected to take effect in November 2025. Mann has held senior roles at firms such as Old Mutual Wealth and Skandia UK and will work alongside Mattioli, Michael Wright, deputy CEO of Mattioli Woods, and Peter Coleman, CEO of Kingswood Group, to deliver strategic targets. Mattioli said: "Co-founding Mattioli Woods has been the most rewarding chapter...

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on People

People Moves: WBR Group promotes Ian Elkington to CFO

People Moves: WBR Group promotes Ian Elkington to CFO

Following two years as finance director

Professional Adviser
clock 17 February 2026 • 1 min read
Octopus Money names CEO as Ruth Handcock exits

Octopus Money names CEO as Ruth Handcock exits

Chief strategy officer and financial adviser Dan Marsh appointed

Isabel Baxter
clock 06 February 2026 • 1 min read
AJ Bell names advised platform managing director

AJ Bell names advised platform managing director

Billy Mackay retires from his role as Mark Rendle is appointed

Isabel Baxter
clock 02 February 2026 • 2 min read