Chris Ball: Hoxton Wealth’s Big Plans for 2025

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Feb 27, 2025

Chris Ball, a key player at Hoxton Wealth, dives into the firm's explosive expansion and transformative plans for 2025. He reveals how they achieved £2.13 billion in assets under management and £20 million in revenue, while discussing the significance of their rebranding from Hoxton Capital Management. The conversation explores their commitment to lifestyle financial planning, upcoming acquisitions, and the vital role of authentic branding and social media in shaping the future of financial services.

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Hoxton Wealth's Breakthrough 2024

Hoxton Wealth surpassed its 2024 targets with £2.13 billion in AUM and £20 million in revenue.
Expanding globally, they've now served 7,000 clients with strong client-centric values.

ADVICE

Power of Branding and Rebranding

Rebranding as Hoxton Wealth refreshed the company image to be more modern and appealing.
Strong branding helps attract clients and advisors who want to associate with a dynamic financial firm.

ADVICE

Invest in Marketing and Storytelling

Financial planning firms must invest in PR, content, and social media to increase brand recognition.
Authentic storytelling about the people in the business builds trust and attracts clients and talent.

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Chris Ball is back on the Financial Planner Life Podcast, and this time, we’re diving deep into Hoxton Wealth’s explosive growth in 2024 and what’s coming in 2025.

From smashing revenue and AUM targets to a complete brand transformation, Hoxton Wealth has gone from industry underdog to one of the most disruptive firms in financial planning. But not everyone is a fan…

Some call Chris a toxic disruptor, while others say he’s the breath of fresh air financial planning desperately needs. In this episode, we unpack:

✅ How Hoxton Wealth hit £2.13 billion in AUM & £20 million in revenue

✅ The power of brand – from “who?” to one of the most talked-about firms in financial planning

✅ The rebrand from Hoxton Capital Management to Hoxton Wealth – why it mattered

✅ Massive growth in talent & the investment in the next generation of advisers

✅ 5 planned acquisitions in 2025 adding £3 billion in AUM

✅ Why lifestyle financial planning is the future

✅ Sam’s honest take on international financial planning – what surprised him about Hoxton Wealth

✅ Why content, PR, and social media are non-negotiable for financial firms in 2025

This is an unfiltered conversation about growth, disruption, and the future of financial planning. Whether you love or hate Chris’s approach, one thing is clear – Hoxton Wealth is here to change the game.

🎧 Listen now and find out why Hoxton Wealth is leading the charge.

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