We are delighted to announce that Matthew Douglas has won the Family Business United East and East Anglia People’s Choice ‘Family Business of the Year’ Award at the 2025 Family Business of the Year Awards.

As well as this incredible accolade, we were also honoured to be named runner-up in the East Anglian Daily Times Best Medium Business Award category.

Regional recognition for excellence

Winning the People’s Choice Award reflects the unshakable support and indelible trust we have earned from our clients, colleagues and the wider community. This award celebrates businesses that truly resonate with their stakeholders through outstanding service, integrity and commitment.

Alongside this, being runner-up in the Financial & Professional Services category highlights our expertise and professionalism within the financial planning sector. The judges commended our independent advice, client focus and family-led approach.

What this means for our clients

These awards are a testament to the values and service our clients experience every day. They reflect our:

  • Independent approach – we search the market widely to find the best solutions.
  • Client-focused ethos – advice is tailored to individual family needs.
  • Commitment to succession – we provide guidance across generations.

Our recognition both from the public and industry judges shows the strength of our business foundations and our ability to balance sound financial management with family values.

Looking ahead

Reflecting on the awards, Matthew Pescott Frost, Managing Director, said:

“Receiving the People’s Choice Award is especially meaningful because it comes directly from those we serve. Combined with being runner-up for Financial & Professional Services, it’s clear that our long-term, transparent approach is making a real difference. We remain dedicated to supporting families with clarity and confidence as they plan for the future.”

We’d like to thank Family Business United, the award judges and everyone who voted for us. We also extend our gratitude to our clients and partners whose trust made this possible.

Moving forward, we will continue to:

  1. Enhance client experiences with truly independent financial planning
  2. Support family legacy and intergenerational wealth management
  3. Invest in our team’s growth and well-being

Celebrate with us

Whether you are a long-established client or new to Matthew Douglas, we invite you to connect and learn how our award-winning family business approach can help secure your financial future. See our full team here or get in touch to learn more.