Matthew Abouzeid
Fifteen years inside Vanguard, with a front-row seat to how advice and investing really work — what delivers lasting results, and what gets in the way.
Now building the firm he always wished existed.
Matt spent his career helping the world’s most sophisticated investors make better decisions.
At &together, that same depth of experience is applied to one goal: helping founders turn business success into lasting personal wealth — with the clarity and independence they deserve.
Fifteen years of institutional knowledge.
Now working for you.
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A bit about Matt's background
Built Vanguard’s UK business from the ground up — across every channel, every client type, every market cycle.
Matt joined Vanguard in 2010. Over 15 years, he worked across the full spectrum of the UK advice and investment industry – financial planners, wealth managers, discretionary portfolio managers, private banks, and some of Europe’s largest institutional investors.
During that time, he played a role in shaping how investing & financial advice is delivered in the UK – helping make it simpler, fairer, and better value for clients.
He went on to build the largest book of business in Vanguard’s European operation ($50bn+).
Advice
Partnered with hundreds of UK advice firms to help them move towards modern financial planning.
Cost
Challenged high-fee investment and advice models.
Simplicity
Advocated for simple, evidence-based investing.
Outcomes
Helped advisers deliver better long-term outcomes for clients.
Worked with every type of institutional and intermediary investor
Institutional
Asset managers, sovereign wealth funds, global private banks, insurers, and pension schemes.
Wealth
Wealth managers, discretionary portfolio managers, and discretionary fund managers.
Advisory
Small, large, independent and restricted advice firms across the UK and Europe.
He's seen every side of the industry - now he's on yours.
Investment Expertise
How the best investors in the world build portfolios:
Having advised asset managers, global private banks, sovereign wealth funds, and pension schemes — alongside small independent advisers — Matt brings a rare perspective that spans both institutional and personal investing. He understands what genuinely works when it comes to giving investors the best chance of long-term success.
Trusted Partner
Built the largest book of business in Europe:
Matt built and ran Vanguard’s largest European book of business — $50bn — seen as a trusted partner by insurance companies, pension funds, banks, and sovereign wealth funds. Working directly with senior investment leaders, he helped shape portfolio decissions and long-term investment strategies.
Client Advocate
Tirelessly campaigned for what was right for investors:
Long before it was mainstream, Matt campaigned for two things that transformed the UK investment and advice landscape: simpler, lower-cost investing, and independent, planning-led advice. Both are far better aligned with clients, and have played a significant role in improving outcomes for investors across the UK.
Founder Perspective
Built the firm he always wanted to be a client of:
&together was launched in 2025 with a blank canvas and a clear vision: to deliver the very best outcomes for clients. That means independent, holistic financial planning, honest investing, fair fees, and a focus on founders.
Beyond finance
Youth & Community
Chair of the Board — Endeavour Youth Club
Three years as Chair of Trustees for a community youth club providing a safe, welcoming space for children — including dedicated evenings for autistic children. A personal commitment to inclusion and community support.
Education & Social Mobility
Mathematics Tutor — The Access Project
Volunteering as a weekly GCSE maths tutor for students from disadvantaged backgrounds — supporting them from Year 11 through to their final exams and into higher education.
Entrepreneurship
Non-Executive Director — Fratelli Ltd
Early-stage board experience helping a start-up grow from zero to £800,000 turnover in five years. This founder-side experience directly informs how Matt advises entrepreneurial clients today.