Our People

Our people are very important to us, as is making certain we provide you with the best possible professional financial advice. Below is a short biography for each of our colleagues together with their contact telephone number. For further contact details please see our "Contact Us" page.


Brian Pratt
Brian Pratt, Senior Partner
Tel. 01905 799930
Email. brian.pratttheopenworkpartnership.com
Brian, the Senior Partner, started the business in 1978 and it evolved into the current partnership in 1990. A key benefit of Brian’s more than 45 years experience is his ability to explain in simple terms complex and technical issues, such as those surrounding Inheritance Tax mitigation.
Andrew Ricketts
Andrew Ricketts, Partner
Tel. 01905 799930
Email. andrew.rickettstheopenworkpartnership.com
Drew joined us in 2012 from a background in IT and Customer Support but has since become fully qualified as an Adviser whilst maintaining his involvement with our systems and client communications. Part of this role relates to the use of ‘Platforms’ which can significantly enhance the cost and tax efficiency of clients’ investments.
Sheryl Brown
Sheryl Brown, Partner
Tel. 01905 799930
Sheryl has been a Partner since 1990, initially involved in administrative support. She is a much published author, with an MA in creative writing, who now works part-time as a Consultant to Brian Pratt & Co on creative and marketing aspects.