Director and Chartered Financial Planner

Fellow of the Personal Finance Society

David Craven

BA (Hons) FPFS

David set up Craven Slater in 2004, collaborating with friend and colleague Richard Slater. Along with Richard he has overseen the development of the business to what it is today; a forward looking financial advisory practice with clients at the core and ethics at its heart.

With over 25 years experience in financial services, David has continued with his professional development initially becoming a Chartered Financial Planner and then moving onto becoming a Fellow of the Personal Finance Society, the society’s highest qualification attainable.

David provides clients with targeted advice to help them make the most of their finances, drawing on extensive knowledge developed through years of industry experience; he excels in providing advice in specialised areas, while mapping a coherent overall strategy. He also enjoys developing the very talented team at Craven Slater so that our client experience is enriched.

David enjoys cycling and walking his English Springer Spaniel and regularly attends live sporting events. His claim to fame comes from hitting two straight sixes while playing cricket at Yorkshire's famous Headingley ground.

David also collects fine wine and plays the guitar. He is married and has two daughters, Amelie and Lilia.

Blackbox Business Centre, Beech Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5ER
Telephone: 01625 521297 Mobile: 07710 603894 Email: david.craven@cravenslater.com

Director and Chartered Financial Planner

Fellow of the Personal Finance Society

Richard Slater

BA (Hons) FPFS

Richard joined forces with long-time friend and colleague David Craven to establish Craven Slater in 2004 and is based at the company’s Halifax office.

Richard is a trusted adviser to a wide variety of clients across the UK. He has over 25 years experience in financial services, holds Chartered Financial Planner status and is a Fellow of the Personal Finance Society.

Throughout his career, Richard has earned a reputation as a no-nonsense problem solver, who prides himself on his approachable demeanour.

Richard delivers innovative and market leading intergenerational advice for clients at all life-stages. He provides simple explanations for complex planning solutions throughout the whole financial planning process and takes pleasure in being able to help his clients to achieve their financial objectives.

Richard enjoys the great outdoors, taking full advantage of rural life from his farm in West Yorkshire. He is Dad to Charlotte, Max and Connie.

Craven Slater, E Mill, Dean Clough Mills, Halifax, HX3 5AX
Telephone: 01422 247225 Mobile: 07711 651776 Email: richard.slater@cravenslater.com

Chartered Financial Planner

Fellow of the Personal Finance Society

Jon Beale

BA (Hons) FPFS

Jon is a Chartered Financial Planner and a Fellow of the Personal Finance Society. He joined Craven Slater in 2004 and has worked closely alongside Richard for many years, developing a wealth of knowledge and experience in strategic financial planning and realising the long term goals of clients.

Jon has a degree in Business Studies and also holds the Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning and the Award in Long Term Care Insurance.

Formerly a professional dancer with Northern Ballet, Jon continues to enjoy an active lifestyle with a love of dancing, skiing and cycling. He is also an active member of North Church (Leeds) and enjoys spending time with his wife Fiona and their 3 adult children and partners.

Craven Slater, E Mill, Dean Clough Mills, Halifax, HX3 5AX
Telephone: 01422 247225 Mobile: 07856 934762 Email: jon.beale@cravenslater.com

Chartered Financial Planner

Fellow of the Personal Finance Society

Stuart Eckley

BA (Hons) FPFS

Stuart has been a member of the Craven Slater team since 2009 and is a Chartered Financial Planner. Additionally, Stuart has achieved the status of Fellow of the Personal Finance Society, the society’s highest achievement.

Stuart has built up an excellent reputation for providing advice to individuals, families, businesses and for those in retirement. Often working alongside accountants and solicitors to deliver comprehensive solutions, clients find Stuart to be both dedicated and conscientious.

Stuart has a passion for helping clients achieve their goals, guiding them through life events and their financial decision making using lifestyle planning technology to visualise their future.

Stuart enjoys family time and dog walks, as well as having a keen interest in sports.

Blackbox Business Centre, Beech Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5ER
Telephone: 01625 521297 Mobile: 07743 453383 Email: stuart.eckley@cravenslater.com

Chartered Financial Planner

Fellow of the Personal Finance Society

Kieran Foster

BA (Hons) FPFS

Kieran is a Chartered Financial Planner and a Fellow of the Personal Finance Society.

After graduating from university with a degree in Business Management with Accounting and Finance, Kieran continued to develop his expertise through advanced professional qualifications, including the Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning and the Award in Long Term Care Insurance.

Kieran has developed extensive experience advising a wide range of clients and specialises in delivering clear, comprehensive financial planning solutions tailored to individual needs. He takes pride in building long-term relationships with his clients and ensuring they fully understand the strategies put in place to support their financial goals.

Outside of work, Kieran maintains an active lifestyle and enjoys weight training, playing football, hiking, and snowboarding.

Blackbox Business Centre, Beech Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5ER
Telephone: 01625 521297 Mobile: 07541 645003 Email: kieran.foster@cravenslater.com

Chartered Financial Planner

Barny Kilroy

BA (Hons) APFS

Barny is a Chartered Financial Planner, he joined the team at Craven Slater in 2020.

Barny holds a degree in Financial Services and the Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning. He has over 20 years of experience in financial services, having previously worked at an Asset Management firm.

Barny works closely with Craven Slater Director and co-founder, David Craven to deliver comprehensive solutions to each clients’ individual circumstances. He specialises in using to cash flow modelling to help clients to visualise and understand their long term financial plans.

Outside of the office, Barny enjoys cooking (and eating!), watching live sport, running and spending time with his children, Finn and Darcy.

Blackbox Business Centre, Beech Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5ER
Telephone: 01625 521297 Mobile: 07541 645004 Email: barny.kilroy@cravenslater.com

CHARTERED FINANCIAL PLANNER

Fellow of the Personal Finance Society

Craig Nisbet

FPFS

Craig is a financial planner based at our Wilmslow office. He has over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. Craig started his career with Scottish Life in Edinburgh where he held a number of operational roles. He relocated to Wilmslow in 2006 shortly after Royal London’s acquisition of Scottish Life.

Craig joined Craven Slater in 2017 and holds the Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning and the Award in Long Term Care Insurance. He is also a Pension Transfer Specialist and a Fellow of the Personal Finance Society.

Craig offers his clients a comprehensive service, working hard to ensure that they understand even the most complex areas of financial planning.

Craig is a keen football fan, he enjoys spending time with his family and walking Louie, his lively Cocker Spaniel. Craig is happily married to Donna and has a grown-up daughter, Emma.

Blackbox Business Centre, Beech Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5ER
Telephone: 01625 521297 Mobile: 07483 169127 Email: craig.nisbet@cravenslater.com

FINANCIAL PLANNER

Robert Slater

BEd (Hons) DipPFS Cert SMP

With over two decades of experience in financial services, Rob brings a depth of knowledge and a genuinely client-centred approach to everything he does. He joined Craven Slater in 2004, having previously worked as an Adviser at Friends Provident, and has since built a loyal client base across Yorkshire and beyond.

Rob advises on all aspects of financial planning, holding the Diploma in Financial Planning and the Certificate in Advanced Mortgage Advice, alongside specialist qualifications in long-term care planning, an area requiring particular sensitivity and expertise.

What clients notice first is that nothing is ever too much trouble. Known for his warm manner and a rare ability to make complex financial concepts genuinely easy to understand, Rob places real value on lasting relationships, bringing the same care and attention to every conversation, whether with a brand-new client or someone he's known for years.

Outside of work, Rob is a family man with three daughters and a proud grandfather. He enjoys walking the dogs with his wife Charlotte, gardening and getting out on his trials motorbike.

Craven Slater, E Mill, Dean Clough Mills, Halifax, HX3 5AX
Telephone: 01422 247225 Mobile: 07753 774652 Email: robert.slater@cravenslater.com

CHARTERED FINANCIAL PLANNER

Joel Tippey

MSc APFS

Joel is a Chartered Financial Planner at Craven Slater, having joined the firm at the start of 2026. He brings with him over eight years of experience in wealth management, having previously worked as an Investment Manager in London.

Joel enjoys building long-term relationships with clients and working closely with them to help achieve their aims and objectives. He works closely with Richard Slater, continuing to broaden his knowledge and develop his expertise.

Joel is a Chartered Financial Planner and holds the Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning. He also holds the CISI Level 7 Diploma in Wealth Management, alongside a degree in Business Management and a Master’s degree in International Financial Analysis.

Outside of work, Joel enjoys watching a variety of sports, travelling, socialising with friends and spending time around cars.

Craven Slater, E Mill, Dean Clough Mills, Halifax, HX3 5AX

Telephone: 01422 247225 Mobile: 07711 932099 Email: joel.tippey@cravenslater.com