Inspire series:
Older workers

Steve is a Chartered Manager and Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute. He gained his Master’s in Business Administration from Southampton, Solent University and is currently researching for his Doctorate in Business Administration at Winchester University, Centre for Responsible Management. He is a regular writer and speaker on intergenerational working, retirement and older worker business management issues and is passionate about integrating simplicity, flexibility and innovation into well designed investment and savings solutions that clients understand, value and engage with.

Having worked in the Financial Industry now for around 18 years, Tracey has dedicated her time since mid-2014 to becoming a specialist in the Long Term Care sector. Tracey is passionate about adding value to those that need it most and this passion incorporates qualifications in both the Regulated and Unregulated Care Market, including the Society Of Later Life Advisers Award in Care and Later Life Lending. This is in addition to 10 years of experience of supporting consumers, Financial Advisers and businesses alike.

Laura is an award-winning researcher, author, and experienced practitioner. Her book 'Dancing with fear and confidence: How to liberate yourself and your career in mid-life' was published in November 2020. She runs her own business - blending consulting, writing, and coaching. Previously, she held Director-level positions for respected businesses across six different sectors including Retail (John Lewis Partnership), Pharmaceuticals (GSK), Insurance (Aviva), Oil and Gas (Centrica), Defence (BAE Systems) and Luxury Goods (Burberry). She is mum to Lewi and Jas and partner to Rob. A very amateur photographer and a reluctant house renovator. She only manages to stay human if she does something active every day.

Anne has been with the Punter Southall Group in various roles for 25 years and is a Fellow of the Pensions Management Institute. The last 10 years of her career has been spent focusing on Protection benefits and Wellbeing at Work and her background in pensions has been a great asset in this area. Anne really enjoys delivering great customer service and enjoys developing long term relationships with her clients.