Hedderman Financial

17/01/2023

17/01/2023

Listen to the first episode of the LIA’s new podcast The Financial Planner’s Playbook co-hosted by our CEO Mark Hedderman.

In this episode Mark Hedderman and Shaun O’Connor, Senior Consultant at Insight Private Clients chat to James Skehan Head of Pensions, New Ireland, about the current retirement planning landscape in Ireland and the impact this is having on the financial planning industry here.

We hope you enjoy it!

Listen to The Financial Planner's Playbook on Spotify.

23/09/2022

It is a great honour to be shortlisted for Pension Broker or Financial Advisor of the Year at the upcoming Irish Pensions Awards.

This marks what has been a great year for the company with completing his Graduate diploma in Financial Planning studies and qualifying as one of the youngest Certified Financial Planners in Ireland. has also completed his Business & Social Studies course in IT Sligo along with achieving the designation of Qualified Financial Advisor. We are delighted that our personal and trusted service to our clients has been recognised by the Irish Pension Awards. The very best of luck to our fellow nominee's on the 3rd of November.

28/10/2021

We are looking forward to the Irish Pension Awards on November 18th.
For the second year in a row, HFS have been shortlisted for the Pension Broker/Financial Advisor of the Year Award.
It is an honour for our firm’s hard work to be recognised by our peers.
Best of luck to all nominated!

25/10/2021

Did you spot our CEO Mark Hedderman in the Sunday Independent with tips for self-employed people to plan for their retirement?

30/09/2021

ALAN BYRNE QFA RPA
Qualified Financial Advisor, Retirement Planning Advisor
Business Development Advisor
Alan has established a reputation for the utmost professionalism and courtesy since joining HFS in July of 2018. He currently holds both QFA and RPA qualifications. His particular knowledge of the financial planning process, and technology skills, allows him to make great use of a range of investment and analytical tools to produce comprehensive, insightful reports and visual concepts for our clients.
Alan has enjoyed worldwide travel in the past and is currently planning his next international adventure. He is a keen golfer and has an interest in and almost encyclopaedic knowledge of most major sports.

30/09/2021

NIAMH BRENNAN QFA
Qualified Financial Advisor
Client Relationship Advisor

Niamh is well known to our clients for her very caring and friendly manner and has been working with HFS since January of 2016. As a Qualified Financial Advisor, she has a wealth of experience from over 16 years in the profession where she was involved in marketing and client services. She has developed a pivotal role in the company as custodian of business frameworks to best support our clients’ needs and outcomes while managing our ongoing projects and communications. Niamh enjoys golf and horse riding and is a regular participant in fundraising events for Pieta House and the DSPCA.

29/09/2021

IAN HEDDERMAN APA
Accredited Product Advisor (Life Assurance, Pensions, Loans)
Business Development Support
Ian joined HFS in 2019 and brings a passion for balance and a holistic approach to financial planning. He has spent many years helping people with their health and fitness and so it was a natural progression to focus on financial health as a means of offering advice in the most comprehensive way possible. He has undertaken a rigorous educational journey since joining HFS. He is currently enrolled in IT Sligo pursuing a B.A. in Business and Insurance whilst also undertaking his QFA exams. In his spare time, he likes to challenge himself through hiking, climbing, sea swimming or surfing.

29/09/2021

LUKE HEDDERMAN QFA RPA
Qualified Financial Advisor, Retirement Planning Advisor
Senior Financial Advisor

Luke earned his Bachelor’s Degree from University College Dublin in 2014 and commenced his career in California as a client services executive in a prominent financial planning firm. He joined HFS in 2016, putting his training and education from the USA into practice. Luke is a Qualified Financial Advisor and has also achieved a Professional Diploma in Retirement Planning from the LIA. He is currently completing a Masters in Certified Financial planning with University College Dublin and is a proud member of the Venture Business Network. When he is not at work you can find Luke trying to get his handicap into single figures on the golf course.

28/09/2021

MICHAEL J. MCLOUGHLIN QFA
Qualified Financial Advisor
Senior Executive Financial Advisor
Michael aka ‘Mickey Mac’ joined HFS in April of 2014. With four decades in the profession as a leading advisor, he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the firm. He has provided valuable mentorship to the firm’s younger advisors. He was president of Leinster Rugby in 2007/2008, and previously served on the committee for the IRFU, along with membership of several international convention groups, and is currently co-chairman of Wanderers Football Club. Michael is an avid golfer on both Irish and European golf courses.

28/09/2021

SUZANNE HEDDERMAN
Office Manager
Sue’s career in Financial Services evolved while working directly with Maurice. She was the chief architect in the establishment of HFS in 2007. With over 20 years of experience dealing directly with clients, Sue is known for demonstrating superior interpersonal skills and is responsible for a range of administrative, clerical, financial, and managerial tasks. Sue serves as Office Manager and Company Director and oversees the day-to-day running of the practice and provides guidance to our expanding team. When not in the office, she can be found on the fairways, where she is currently a serving member of the committee of her golf club.

27/09/2021

MAURICE HEDDERMAN
CFP® QFA SIA
Certified Financial Planning Professional®, Qualified Financial Advisor, Specialist Investment Advisor
Maurice is a renowned figure in the financial planning community both in Ireland and abroad. Nearing his fourth decade in the profession, his aptitude and integrity for the business remains as high as ever. Leading a dynamic and professional team, he has established Hedderman Financial Solutions (HFS) as one of the leading Financial Planning firms in Ireland. As a prominent figure and advocate in the development of education within the profession, he has served as President and a Director of the Life Insurance Association (Ireland) (LIA) where he played a considerable role in the expansion of the education curriculum. He is currently a serving member of the Communications Committee of Brokers Ireland. Maurice is an avid hill walker and is beginning to enjoy spending more time in the mountains than in the office these days.