Michael (Mike) Covell | Official Profile on The Marque

Mike’s Biography

Michael (Mike) Covell has extensive experience as a non-executive Chairman.

He is currently Chairman of the Acolin Group, a Swiss headquartered cross-border fund distribution business; the Ascot Lloyd Group, a UK financial planning business; Le Masurier, a Jersey based real estate investment and development business; and Sackville Capital, a London multi-asset global investment advisory firm.

Previously, Mike was Chairman of both the Tilney Group, a UK wealth manager, and Hawksford International, an offshore fiduciary business. He was also a Director of The Bank of Butterfield; the International Property Securities Exchange; and Leeds Castle Foundation.

Mike retired from Goldman Sachs in 2008, where he was a Managing Director in their European Private Wealth Management Division. Prior to Goldman Sachs, he was a senior partner at Rawlinson & Hunter, an international accountancy firm

Mike is a keen sportsman with a particular interest in field sports and triathlons. He was educated at Harrow School, London and L'Institut Britannique, Paris. Mike lives in Dorset with... Michael (Mike) Covell has extensive experience as a non-executive Chairman.

He is currently Chairman of the Acolin Group, a Swiss headquartered cross-border fund distribution business; the Ascot Lloyd Group, a UK financial planning business; Le Masurier, a Jersey based real estate investment and development business; and Sackville Capital, a London multi-asset global investment advisory firm.

Previously, Mike was Chairman of both the Tilney Group, a UK wealth manager, and Hawksford International, an offshore fiduciary business. He was also a Director of The Bank of Butterfield; the International Property Securities Exchange; and Leeds Castle Foundation.

Mike retired from Goldman Sachs in 2008, where he was a Managing Director in their European Private Wealth Management Division. Prior to Goldman Sachs, he was a senior partner at Rawlinson & Hunter, an international accountancy firm

Mike is a keen sportsman with a particular interest in field sports and triathlons. He was educated at Harrow School, London and L'Institut Britannique, Paris. Mike lives in Dorset with his wife and their two daughters. more less

Mike’s Newsfeed

IFA Magazine

Ascot Lloyd strengthens management team with board appointments

Mike Covell, Chair at Ascot Lloyd, said: “The depth of experience that Peter Blanc brings to the Ascot Lloyd board will be hugely beneficial as we continue to deliver on our core strategic priorities."

Mike’s Background

Goldman Sachs International

Managing Director, European Private Wealth Management Division

2001 - 2008

London, UK

Goldman Sachs' Private Wealth Management provides tailored financial services to high-net-worth individuals and families, offering investment, estate planning, and wealth preservation solutions.

Rawlinson & Hunter

Partner

1977 - 2001

London, UK

Rawlinson & Hunter is an international accountancy firm.

Current Board Positions

Acolin

Chairman

May 2020 - Present

Zürich, CH

Acolin is a company that specialises in regulatory services for cross-border distribution of investment funds. They help asset managers comply with various regulatory requirements in different countries, facilitating the distribution of their funds to a global audience.