Financial planning firm moves to new Derby office

Aristotle Financial Planning has moved to space at Friar Gate Studios, the flagship building of the Connect Derby managed workspace scheme.

The company was founded earlier this year by James Wallis, an independent and Chartered Financial Planner who has a decade’s experience in delivering financial advice and planning for clients across the East Midlands.

He specialises in working with small business owners and clients who are planning for retirement.

At the turn of the year, Friar Gate Studios on Ford Street in Derby was given the go-ahead to make 30% of space available to businesses from across the creative industries supply chain in order to promote entrepreneurialism in the city.

Wallis said: “Friar Gate Studios is perfectly placed in the heart of the city and comes with a great package of support for small businesses, as well as a great community of businesses from a variety of sectors to work with and learn from.
“Although the current climate has been a challenging one, I’ve still been able to engage with clients and help lots of people plan their financial futures. I also hope to expand the business in 2021 and train and develop new financial talent.

“I look forward to growing my business in Friar Gate Studios and to helping clients match their life to their money.”

Ann Bhatti, head of Connect Derby, added: “James is a great addition to the Connect Derby family, and we’re thrilled he’s taken advantage of the new tenancy rules that have allowed non-creative businesses to set up home at Friar Gate Studios.

“Friar Gate Studios is the perfect base for businesses who have been working from home and are now looking for flexible, low-cost office space.

We look forward to welcoming more businesses from a broad range of sectors and will continue to provide them with the support they need to flourish.”