WHIreland

The story of WH Ireland begins not with a single founder, but with its establishment in Manchester, England in 1872. With roots stretching back to the 19th century, the firm established itself as a financial services provider, specializing in wealth management and corporate broking. As a publicly traded company, WH Ireland's journey is marked by its adaptation to market changes rather than a singular IPO event. A key part of its business has been acting as a Nomad (Nominated Adviser) and broker for other companies listing on the AIM market, such as assisting Various Eateries with a £25 million fundraise in 2020 and itim Group plc with a £48 million IPO in 2021. This demonstrates their role in facilitating the growth of other enterprises. The firm itself has navigated the public markets, undertaking post-IPO funding rounds, including raising $11 million in 2016 and $3.34 million in 2018. However, the path hasn't always been smooth. Facing challenging market conditions, WH Ireland made a significant strategic shift in 2024. This led to the sale of its capital markets division to Zeus Capital in July 2024. The move was designed to allow WH Ireland to focus entirely on its wealth management division, which it continues to operate. This strategic pivot underscores a long history of adapting to the financial landscape to ensure its continued presence in the industry.