The aim is to enhance adviser support and drive continued growth
The Right Mortgage & Protection Network (TRM) has announced a series of leadership promotions, aimed at supporting its continued growth and enhancing its service to advisers.
Adam Stretton (pictured centre), formerly managing director, has been appointed chairman. As a founding director and shareholder, TRM highlighted his extensive knowledge and strategic expertise, which will be instrumental in guiding the network through its next phase of growth and innovation.
“I am honoured to take on this new role as part of our recent board restructure,” Stretton said. “I look forward to continuing to support the board of directors, senior managers and staff in the next exciting phase of our journey.”
Ben Allen (pictured left), who has spent nine years leading TRM’s compliance, risk, and training functions, has been promoted to managing director. According to TRM, Allen’s experience and dedication to supporting advisers will play a key role in driving network growth. In his new position, he will provide hands-on leadership, focusing on adviser support, expanding services, and ensuring sustainable growth. Allen will collaborate closely with the board of directors to strengthen the network’s offering and help advisers navigate a changing market.
“After nine incredible years working alongside the owners of The Right Mortgage, I am truly honoured to step into this role at such an exciting time for the business,” Allen said. “Our advisers remain at the heart of everything we do, and I am committed to strengthening our culture of collaboration with our appointed representative firms.”
Amanda Wilson (pictured right), formerly sales and recruitment director, has transitioned to the newly created role of commercial and strategy director. This position will allow her to focus on advancing TRM’s strategic vision and expanding its commercial footprint to facilitate the next phase of growth.
“My new role will focus on attracting and developing the next generation of advisers while empowering our member firms to scale effectively,” Wilson said. “By leveraging our comprehensive product suite and fostering stronger industry relationships, we aim to create new opportunities, enhance broker success, and solidify our position as the leading network in the sector.”
The leadership changes follow a year of growth for TRM, with business activity rising across all key product areas in 2024 compared to the previous year. Mortgages saw a 14% year-on-year increase, protection grew by 22%, and general insurance rose by 21%. Income protection recorded the largest jump at 58%, while equity release and private medical insurance posted gains of 39% and 41%, respectively.
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