FUTURE Life Wealth Management's James Hardwick has been shortlisted for a top regional award.

James, who works as one of our senior financial planning administrators, has been shortlisted in the 'customer service' category of the East Midlands Chamber Generation Next Awards 2022.

The awards have been established to recognize the very best of young business talent across the region and are run by East Midlands Chamber in conjunction with headline partner, the University of Derby.

James (23) joined Future Life Wealth Management as an apprentice when he was 16-years-old and has progressed through the company's ranks since.

He explained: "On my first day at Future Life, the company's MD Jillian Thomas told me that we put clients first - and I've always adhered to this guidance.

"It's an immense honour as well as an immense responsibility to be entrusted with a client’s financial future.

"And I'm delighted to be shortlisted for this award which, as far as I'm concerned, is testament to the dedication and hard work of Future Life's entire team."

Winners will be crowned at an awards ceremony with a twist – featuring street food, cocktails and live music – held at Bustler Market, in Derby, on July 14.

Lucy Robinson, East Midlands Chamber’s director of resources and Generation Next lead, said: “The Generation Next Awards are a celebration of the amazing young talent within the East Midlands, and our diverse programme recognises the rising stars of business who make outstanding contributions to their communities.

“We want to encourage young professionals, apprentices and entrepreneurs from across the region to tell their story and celebrate their successes.”