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More Exam Success at HGF!

March 2024

HGF is delighted to announce success for many of our colleagues in the recent exams and to congratulate them on this fantastic achievement.

Martyn Fish CEO comments, “These exams are extremely challenging so I would like to personally congratulate everyone on their success!”

In no specific order, we would like to say well done and a huge congratulations to the following people:

The firm would also like to take this opportunity to thank our tutors and mentors for their contribution in helping others prepare for the exams and ultimately help colleagues to progress.

Tutors

Mentors

Lucy Johnson Chair comments, “Thank you for bringing our values to life, you have all given your time to support your colleagues and ultimately progress their careers. I would like to say thank you from your colleagues, myself and the wider shareholder group.”

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