Tony Pitcher elected worldwide Chair of STEP

Friday 13 January 2023

The Chair of the Jersey Board of Altum Group has been elected as worldwide Chair of a global body of lawyers, accountants, trustees and other practitioners that help families plan for their futures.

In his new role, Tony Pitcher, who was elected by members of STEP's worldwide council, will lead STEP’s Board of Directors, responsible for the high-level strategic direction of the society.

Mr Pitcher, who has been a member of STEP for 29 years, first qualified as a chartered accountant in 1986.

He previously worked for EY, RBC and Barclays Wealth before joining Altum Group in 2014. He is also a Non-Executive Director of Jersey Finance.

On being elected Chair, Mr Pitcher said: "I am delighted and honoured to have been elected as worldwide Chair. This represents the culmination of a career of service to STEP."

He added: "I take on this role with the support of a very strong Board, committed Council, host of volunteers in Regions, Branches and Committees and a wonderful team... With this huge support, I feel very confident that together we can build on the achievements of the last two years during Nancy Golding's term of office."

STEP's Chief Executive, Mark Walley, added: "I am delighted that Tony has been elected as our Chair. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role. I know he will build on the great work Nancy has done to lead STEP into 2023 as we deliver our strategy."