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PFS Local Volunteer Awards

Exceptional Contribution Award Winners 2026

 

The PFS Local Volunteer Awards celebrate exceptional individuals whose time, dedication and passion make a lasting impact across our regional communities. These awards recognise volunteers who go above and beyond to support members, strengthen the profession, and make a real difference within the financial services community. 

Examples of contributions include: 

  • Providing exam support and guidance to local members. 
  • Delivering exceptional CPD opportunities for members in their region. 
  • Demonstrating outstanding involvement in and support of their local community. 
  • Mentoring and encouraging new members and those starting their careers in financial services. 

Our 2026 Exceptional Contribution Award Winners Include:

Pierre Coussey, FPFS, Chartered Financial Planner

Pierre Coussey, FPFS, Chartered Financial Planner

PFS Local Kent & London 

Simon Drake FPFS, Chartered Financial Planner

Simon Drake FPFS, Chartered Financial Planner

Collected on his behalf by Kerry Houghton

PFS Local Lancashire Merseyside Cumbria

Edward Morrell

Edward Morrell

PFS Local Hants & Dorset

Harish Patel, DipPFS

Harish Patel, DipPFS

PFS Local Lancashire Merseyside Cumbria

Lewys Richards FPFS, Chartered Financial Planner

Lewys Richards FPFS, Chartered Financial Planner

PFS Local South Wales

Colin Simmons FPFS, Chartered Financial Planner

Colin Simmons FPFS, Chartered Financial Planner

Collected on his behalf by Kevin Forbes

PFS Local Thames Valley

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"I'm delighted to see these six individuals recognised as recipients of the PFS Local Volunteer Awards. Each member demonstrates tremendous passion while volunteering their free time to make a lasting impact across our PFS Local regional communities. Collectively they are making a real difference within the financial services community." – Kate Gannon, President of the Personal Finance Society

Interested in Volunteering?

Connect, learn and give back through the PFS Local volunteer network.

Led by member-elected volunteers, these committees play a vital role in shaping the future of the profession, championing professional standards, and creating opportunities for members to learn, collaborate and thrive. Find out more about how you can get involved.

2027 PFS Local Volunteer Awards

For more information about our 2027 PFS Local Volunteer Awards contact the team at PFSEvents@cii.co.uk.