Barry Horner Part 1: From Start-up to Employee Ownership

Barry Horner, a Founder of Paradigm Norton, shares the journey of building one of the UK’s most respected financial planning firms. From hand-to-mouth early days to scaling through acquisitions and transitioning to employee ownership.We explore the key decisions that shaped the firm, from pioneering fee-based advice in a commission-driven market to building a strong culture, hiring for values, and planning succession over the long term. A candid conversation on growth, mistakes, leadership, and what it really takes to build a financial planning business that lasts.