FWS LTD
OUR TEAM
Get to Know Us
ELLIE LAWRENCE
Ellie is an experienced business owner and non-executive director with a strong focus on corporate governance.
Ellie began her career in the finance industry, and following a break in her career to focus on raising her three children, she returned to the workplace in 2017, providing company secretarial and governance services predominantly to the third sector.
Having initially worked for, and subsequently acquired FWS Ltd, Ellie has grown the business substantially and is recognised as one of Guernsey’s leading businesswomen. Ellie is regularly called upon to provide advice and consultancy services to a wide range of firms, charities and committees and is a valued contributor to local business fora.
In tandem with running her business and her family, Ellie holds a number of board positions in her capacity as both a director and non-executive director.
Homelife is busy with a husband, 3 children, 1 dog and 5 chickens to cater for. She enjoys volunteer work, particularly around mental health awareness and children's wellbeing. She will also happily chew your ear off about her other favourite topic - the vital part women play in society and combatting gender imbalance in the workplace. If Ellie gets any downtime you might find her taking in Guernsey's coastal cliff paths or planning the family’s next adventure.
CLAIRE WAKEFIELD
Claire joined the FWS team in September 2020.
She has worked as a Personal Assistant for the last 25 years, a position which has honed her organisational skills and her ability to multitask alongside meticulous attention to detail.
Claire has had a varied career background ranging from management of staff whilst helping run a small family business to experience in general and compliance administration within the local Trust sector.
Claire has a passion for event management and fund-raising.
For the last 16 years she has been involved in supporting the third sector in Guernsey and is one half of a team that has staged a series of annual events over the past 8 years which have become much anticipated and have to date, raised over £125,000 for local charities.
Claire juggles work with a busy home life. She has 3 teenage children who are all very active and have inherited her sense of adventure and wanderlust! They love to spend time outdoors, especially in the water whether surfing or year-round sea swimming. Travel is also an important part of family life, enjoying trips to the snow and experiencing diverse cultures together when they can.
SHELL THOMAS-QUAILE
Marketing and Administrative Coordinator
Having joined FWS in early 2023, Shell is the most recent addition to the team.
Shell has worked in the events industry for over 10 years, and has been involved in the delivery of over 250 events. These range from sporting events such as The London Triathlon, International Ski races and various National University competitions. Closer to home, she specialises in leading Charity event teams to deliver fashion shows and high profile Gala dinners where her skills as an event manager shine through.
Her charity events have been responsible for raising between £250k - £2m, so no challenge is too big or small!
Shell has a passion for sport, and a Snowsports aficionado in particular. Having once been a racer she has re-trained as an International Ski race official, whose role is to ultimately oversee the safety and fairness of International ski competitions.
When not in the snowy Alps, Shell enjoys spending time at home with her husband, baby and extended family as she settles into her new home of Guernsey. If you have any local recommendations, let her know!
PIERS LAWRENCE
Senior Consultant
With a successful track record in the finance industry, Piers has made significant contributions throughout his career. His previous roles include Chief Operating Officer at a Global brokerage firm and Managing Director at Coutts Guernsey.
Piers has a deep technical understanding of all aspects of wealth management, an impressive knowledge of regulatory requirements and a keen interest in governance and compliance. He’s also great at building client relationships.
FWS is fortunate to have Piers as a Senior Consultant taking on periodic contracts for its clients within the finance industry.
Piers is married to Ellie and is a pro at balancing work and play. When he's not combing through policies or checking the markets, you'll find him relaxing with a good book and a nice glass of something red. Piers is a rugby enthusiast, both on the field and in front of the TV. He's always up for an adventure and enjoys exploring new places. Piers is all about finding joy in the simple things and making the most of life's experiences.
