Read Tom Baigrie's LifeSearch awards speech in all its glory

From 21st Birthday Ball last Thursday

Adam Saville
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Adviser firm's birth story, evolution of the industry and all award winners explained

‘Legend' is a word that's often overused within all walks of life, but luckily we have some bonafide examples in our industry. One of them is most certainly LifeSearch CEO Tom Baigrie, who proved it once again at the LifeSearch Awards 2019 last Thursday, where his firm commemorated its 21st birthday at Banking Hall in the City. At the event, he presented the award winners in a cabaret style, walking amongst diners and springing prizes during mid-flow. With a smirk, one industry member described it as "brave". We say it was charming, intense and amusing - not least because on stage at the...

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