MAC Group, a provider of financial services in the Isle of Man, has acquired Thornton Chartered Financial Planners’ client portfolio.
Established in 2000 by Sharon Sutton, Thornton Chartered Financial Planners has built a strong reputation for delivering financial planning and regulated investment advice to private individuals, trustees, and business owners in the Isle of Man.
This acquisition strengthens MAC Group’s private client division by expanding its expertise and resources. As part of the agreement, the Thornton Chartered Financial Planners team will relocate to MAC Group’s office in Douglas. Their clients will benefit from enhanced support and access to one of the Isle of Man’s largest teams of Financial Advisers, paraplanners, and administrators.
To ensure a seamless transition, Sharon Sutton, Managing Director of Thornton Chartered Financial Planners, will join MAC Group as a Consultant.
Jon McGowan, CEO of MAC Group, said: “The acquisition of Thornton Chartered Financial Planners’ business marks a significant milestone in MAC Group’s strategic growth and further strengthens our private client services. Sharon and her team are known for their client-centric, ethical, and transparent approach to financial planning—values that strongly align with our own. We’re thrilled to welcome their talented team and clients to MAC Group and look forward to building on the excellent foundation they have established.”
Sharon Sutton, managing director of Thornton Chartered Financial Planners, added: “I am delighted to entrust our clients to the team at MAC Group. Jon and his team share our unwavering commitment to prioritising client outcomes and delivering excellence. I’m confident this acquisition will enhance the services available to our clients while upholding the high standards they have come to expect. I look forward to joining MAC Group as a Consultant and supporting a smooth transition alongside the team.”
With this acquisition, MAC Group now looks after nearly £1bn in client assets.
