CRN FINANCIAL GROUP - Key Persons


Alistair Beattie

Job Titles:
  • Pensions Director
Alistair joined CRN in 1997 after 3 years with Prudential Assurance. Since joining CRN Alistair has developed into a Senior Independent Financial Adviser handling the requirements of companies, their employees and individuals specialising in corporate pensions including auto enrolment.

Alyson Harris

Job Titles:
  • Administration Director
Alyson joined CRN in 1979 and as Administration Director ensures the smooth running of all aspects of the business together with the administration team. Alyson has implemented new technology in order to ensure that as a company we continue to provide an unparalleled service to our client and CRN team.

Bob Neill - Chairman, Founder

Job Titles:
  • Chairman
  • Co - Founder
As Chairman and Co-Founder of CRN Bob continues to play a significant role in the ongoing growth and development of the company bringing many years of experience. As past national president of the Life Insurance Association Bob's contacts and reputation across the UK continue to benefit the entire CRN Team.

Carole Neill - CFO, Founder

Job Titles:
  • Co - Founder
  • Financial Director
As Financial Director Carole, after a previous career in banking, co-founded CRN and to this day continues to work with Alyson Harris on all aspects of accounts to final audit.

Graeme Neill - Managing Director

Job Titles:
  • Managing Director
Graeme joined CRN in 1989 after gaining experience with Equity & Law in England and Northern Ireland. Today in his role as Managing Director Graeme continues to focus on new business acquisition and ongoing client relationships while working with the existing senior team of Independent Advisers in providing a service second to none.

Ian Proctor

Job Titles:
  • Senior Independent Financial Adviser
Ian joined CRN IN 2014. Having started in financial services in 1999 Ian brings 15 years of experience to his role as a Senior Independent Financial Adviser with responsibility for supporting professional introducer requirements and new client development.

Jim Devlin

Job Titles:
  • Senior Independent Financial Adviser
Jim joined CRN IN 2005. Having started in financial services in 1974 Jim spent 31 years gaining a broad experience working with brokers, insurance companies and banks primarily either in a senior advisory or sales management role before taking the position within CRN as a Senior Independent Financial Adviser looking after the requirements of professional connections and individuals alike across all areas.

John Harris - Chief Compliance Officer

Job Titles:
  • Compliance Director
John joined CRN in 1992 after many years as company accountant for Plumrose foods. Johns main focus is as a Senior Independent Financial Adviser looking after corporate and individual clients in all areas. In addition as Compliance Director John ensures that as a company we are entirely compliant at all times.

Michael Lightbody

Job Titles:
  • Development Director
Michael joined CRN IN 2013. Following 19 years in banking with senior management and financial advisory roles Michael joined the team at CRN as a Senior Independent Financial Adviser with responsibility for supporting professional introducer requirements, existing clients and new client development.

Muriel Magowan

Job Titles:
  • Senior Administration Team Member
Muriel joined CRN in 1998 bringing a wealth of experience from many years working as a senior administrator with one of the UK's largest insurance and investment companies AXA.

Peter Gallagher

Job Titles:
  • Estate Planning Director
  • Independent Financial Adviser
Peter has been an independent Financial Adviser since May 1995, joining CRN in 2016 as a senior adviser. He has experience in bespoke investments, notably within the local Credit Union sector. Peter has a background in Wills and Trusts using this knowledge to complement his advice on all areas of financial affairs, both personal and corporate.

Sue McGivern

Job Titles:
  • Senior Administration Team Member
Sue joined CRN in 2010. As a senior administrator, she provides support to all CRN advisers and clients ensuring that all aspects are covered with the maximum efficiency.

Tom Andrews

Job Titles:
  • Private Medical Business Development Consultant
Tom joined CRN in 2016 after many years as a senior banker and brings experience in managing senior client relationships together with Retail Banking, SME Banking, and Business Development experience. Tom has built a network of professional relationships over the years and will continue to develop these under the CRN umbrella.

Trevor Todd

Job Titles:
  • Senior Private Medical Adviser
Trevor joined CRN in 2009. Trevor looks after the private medical insurance requirements of private individual and corporate clients.

Wendy Nesbitt

Job Titles:
  • Senior Administration Team Member
Wendy has recently joined the CRN Administration team having been 32 years with Bank Of Ireland Financial Services. Wendy brings a great amount of experience to the team.