Retirement for Fylde coast financial services expert after 50 years

Christopher Blackburn fulfilled key roles throughout his career in the North Westfinancial services industry. The former managing director of Springfield Financial Services also worked for Standard Life and Hargreave Hale.

Chris is known to many in the Fylde for his charity work, having formed the Clifton CIO charity, to help volunteers in community projects, including Lytham Hall, ParkView 4You and Ansdell in Bloom.

In 2009, he joined Blackpool-based Questa Chartered and as a senior financial planner, he inspired colleagues and helped shape company direction.

Questa’s Anthony Hoskisson said: “In his 11 years with the company, Chris has made a significant contribution to the company’s growth and success. He was keen to make sure we were always at the forefront of offering key financial planning services.

“At an early stage, Chris introduced us to dynasty planning and we were able to pioneer asset protection and trust planning to form Family Dynasties. He will be missed by clients and colleagues alike.

“Everyone at Questa wishes Chris, and his wife Catherine, the very best for his well-earned retirement.”