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NFP Acquires HC Financial, a Wealth and Corporate Benefits Advisory Business

Acquisition Consolidates NFP’s Financial Planning & Employee Benefits Capabilities in Ireland

DUBLIN, Ireland – November 8, 2024NFP, an Aon company and a leading international insurance brokerage and consulting firm, today announced its acquisition of HC Financial, a financial planning and corporate employee benefits advisory business based in Galway, Ireland. The HC Financial team will join NFP, with Founder and Director, Gerry Cuddy, moving into a consultant role reporting to Colm Power, managing director, Benefits and Wealth. 

“Gerry and his team have built a fantastic, highly regarded advisory business with an extremely loyal client base, and we’re excited they will be part of our future growth,” said Power. “This significant acquisition will help us meet the growing demand for benefits and wealth planning expertise and expand NFP’s physical footprint outside the Dublin market.”

Since 1988, HC Financial has provided clients in western Ireland with investment, pension and savings propositions and established itself as one of the largest advisory firms in Ireland. They’ve built an outstanding reputation with their dedication to clients and continuing investment in employees and technology.

“We’re excited to join NFP, a company that shares our core values of honesty, integrity, transparency and expertise,” said Cuddy. “Today is a great day for our customers and employees and the future of NFP in Ireland as we expand the solutions and expertise available to our clients.” 

About NFP

NFP, an Aon company, is an organisation of consultative advisors and problem solvers helping companies and individuals address their most significant risk capital and human capital challenges.

With colleagues across the U.S., Canada, UK and Ireland, and global capabilities enhanced by the Aon advantage, NFP serves a diversity of clients, industries and communities. Our collaborative team provides specialised expertise and customised solutions for today’s challenges, including commercial business insurance, employee benefits, people consultancy, health and safety, and individual financial planning. 

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