New HBFS co-owners plan growth strategy

Friday 02 March 2018

Michael Barney and Marzena Dziewulska have completed the buyout of HBFS, an independent, regulated financial advisory company which has operated in Jersey for 30 years, and are aiming to expand the firm.

Previous owner David Troy will remain on the HBFS Board of Directors and continue serving his current clients, following the buyout which was completed in early February.

Michael Barney, Managing Director, who has been with HBFS for eight years, said: "As a company with a long history of servicing a broad client base we have learnt to adapt to changes in technology and the markets. We’ve weathered some storms since our launch and seen many in our sector come and go. That learning has been embedded within the DNA of the firm. Marzena and I believe that our purchase of HBFS offers a significant opportunity to deliver enhanced service to our clients at a time when many feel that this can be missing from their investment advice."

Marzena Dziewulska, Director and now co-owner, said: "We believe strongly that our employees are our point of difference. In the 11 years I have been with the firm there has been a concerted effort to support our team with their professional development. This means we can boast a high level of qualified advisors including the majority holding Chartered Fellow status of the Chartered Institute of Securities and Investments. From this secure base we intend to develop and grow."