Our people
Many professionals. One team.
We are a diverse team with a wide range of backgrounds, expertise and specialisms, but in an environment of collaboration, we are one team. We are unified by our shared values of integrity, professionalism and above all, a genuine desire to do right by our clients.
Marco Mazzucchelli
Marco Mazzucchelli, who is the Chair of the Board of Directors of both Brown Shipley and Quintet Private Bank, also chairs Quintet Private Bank's Board Risk & Compliance Committee. He has been active in the financial services industry for nearly 40 years, including in senior executive roles at firms such as Morgan Stanley, Credit Suisse (First Boston), Royal Bank of Scotland and Bank Julius Baer. He has also served in senior advisory positions at the European Commission and the European Banking Authority.
Robert Kitchen
Robert joined Brown Shipley over 40 years ago and has held a wide range of senior leadership roles across the bank. He was appointed Chief Executive Officer in January 2025, having previously served as Chief Operating Officer for 12 years and Head of Commercial Operations for five years. Earlier in his career, Robert led the Risk Management and Internal Audit functions and also held positions within Corporate Banking. His extensive experience gives him a deep understanding of the firm’s operations, people and clients, underpinning his leadership of the organisation.
Phone: 0207 282 3362
Dominic Kohler
Email: dominic.kohler@quintet.com
Cara Walters
Cara brings more than two decades of HR experience in the UK and Asia, including in senior leadership roles.
She was most recently London-based Head of HR Business Partners & Head of HR Operations at Charles Stanley, supporting 900 colleagues across 22 UK offices. Earlier, she was Singapore-based Head of HR, Asia, at Coutts, where she focused on employee engagement and business change programmes.
Cara began her career in 2002 as an HR Business Partner at Deutsche Bank, then served in HR roles of increasing responsibility at firms such as Morgan Stanley, MF Global and AIG. She holds a degree in German from University College London.
Louise Gray
Louise Gray is Head of Marketing at Brown Shipley, responsible for all marketing and communications to support our clients. Louise has over 20 years' of marketing experience, predominantly in Financial Services, leading marketing teams at companies such as Citibank and The Co-operative Bank.
Phone: 0161 214 6507
Maria Shum
Maria is a corporate communications professional with a background in media relations and internal communications. Throughout her career, she has focused on financial services and has more than 15 years’ experience in this sector. Prior to Brown Shipley, Maria led internal communications at Coutts and was also seconded to oversee communications on the bank ring-fencing project and before this was part of the media team. Maria has an agency background and has worked for FTI and for HeadLand.
Phone: 0161 214 6601
Philipp Iarmaltchouk
Philipp is responsible for establishing a FIM desk in the UK. Philipp and his team aim to best serve EAMs and other intermediaries in the UK. Philipp brings 11 years' of wealth management experience and joins Brown Shipley from Julius Baer International, where he was a Director.
Sophie Mott
Director, Client Advisor
Sophie is a Director and Client Advisor at Brown Shipley, delivering tailored investment advice to a diverse range of high-net-worth clients. A Chartered Wealth Manager and member of the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment, Sophie combines technical expertise with a thoughtful, client-focused approach to help clients navigate complexity and achieve long-term financial confidence.
Phone: 0161 214 6651
David Kay
Executive Director – Wealth Planner
Phone: 020 7282 3292
Email: david.kay@brownshipley.co.uk
Melissa Buray
Senior Associate, Client Advisor
Melissa Buray is a Client Advisor with over 10 years in banking. She has built her career at leading global institutions including Citi Private Bank, Credit Agricole, State Street and HSBC. She specialises in supporting high net worth individuals, offering tailored advice to help manage and enhance their financial affairs. With a client-focused approach and deep industry knowledge, she is committed to delivering insightful financial guidance and long-term partnership to her clients.
Matthew Hoyne
Matt’s career began 20 years ago in the US, with a Midwest-based firm, who stressed the importance of building strong, personal relationships and always doing what is right for their clients. This ethos is still very much part of Matt’s business as a Client Director and the Head of the Edinburgh Office. Along with Gerard Wilson, they seek to understand what is important to families and advise them on the management of their multi-generational wealth. Matt is a Chartered Fellow with the CISI and a Chartered Financial Planner. He is married with two sons. When not in the office, he enjoys travelling, food & drink, and the occasional game of golf.
Phone: 0131 524 1275
Amir Bayram
Executive Director, Client Advisor
Amir Bayram is an Executive Director and Team Leader at Brown Shipley, with over 15 years’ experience in wealth management. He has held roles at leading institutions including RBC and Lloyds Bank, advising high-net-worth individuals and families on their financial affairs. Amir specialises in delivering tailored strategies across investment management and long-term planning, helping clients preserve and grow their wealth. He brings a practical, client-focused approach, combining strong technical expertise with a clear understanding of complex financial needs.
Lisa Morrison
Director, Client Advisor
Lisa Morrison is a Client Advisor at Brown Shipley in Leeds, with over 15 years’ experience in wealth management. Lisa begun her career in financial services in 2002. She has held roles across retail banking, corporate banking and real estate finance before specialising in private wealth at firms including UBS and Brown Shipley. Lisa advises affluent families and entrepreneurs on multi-generational wealth planning, investment strategy, tax-efficient structures, lending solutions and liquidity management, delivering tailored advice to support long-term financial goals.
Phone: 07418937693
Elizabeth Pindar
Director, Client Advisor
Elizabeth Pindar is a Director and Client Advisor at Brown Shipley, with over nine years’ experience in financial services. She has previously worked at Redmayne Bentley and LGT Wealth Management, building a strong track record in supporting clients with their investment needs.
Elizabeth is particularly passionate about financial education, working closely with younger family members and schools to improve financial literacy and confidence around investing. She is committed to empowering the next generation - particularly women - to make informed financial decisions and build long-term financial wellbeing.
Wesley Greenhill
Director, Lending Advisor
Wesley is a senior financial services professional with over 18 years’ experience in private banking, specialising in operations, credit risk, lending, and property finance. With more than 14 years in leadership roles at Brown Shipley and Coutts & Co, he brings deep expertise in credit risk management, complex lending, regulatory compliance, and operational leadership. He has a proven track record of supporting high-net-worth clients through tailored lending solutions while upholding strong governance standards, alongside experience in credit analysis, portfolio oversight, policy implementation, and team leadership. Recognised for delivering operational improvements and digital transformation initiatives, he combines strong commercial awareness with a disciplined risk mindset and a collaborative leadership style.