Sadness and shock was felt across the wealth management world at the news that Paul Hocking, 62, Chairman of Frank Hirth has passed away
Hocking joined Frank Hirth in 1976 and became a partner in 1986, leading the tax practice for over 42 years & helping the company to grow from 2 to 220 employees. Hocking’s unmatched experience in the industry is highly valued in the private client world and will always be remembered.
Paul Hocking was an inspirational leader, a kind-hearted man and a passionate advocate of his philanthropic work which many described as his real legacy.
Hocking was the chairman for Two Wheels for Life and has played an active role helping to raise money for the charity in Africa since 2008. The charity helps provide sustainable transport for ministries of health in seven African countries, helping provide access to healthcare for 14 million people. Paul once made the statement ‘I think philanthropy in all its forms needs more attention,’ and he stayed true to his word – being instrumental in raising over £700,000 in the last three years alone.
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Hocking was recognised in The Spear’s 500 as a leading accountant for the three years since its inaugural edition in 2015, and was awarded “Private Client Accountant of the Year” in the Spears Wealth Management Awards 2017. Hocking has also acted as chair of the British American Business Inc. (BABI) tax forum in London and served for two years as a member of the Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee (ETAAC), a US Congressional tax committee reporting on matters to the Electronic Tax Administration. He was also a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA), an Associate of the Institute of Taxation (CTA), a US Enrolled Agent (EA), and a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).
Robyn Limmer, Managing Director told Spear’s: ‘It is with a heavy heart that I say goodbye not only to a close colleague but a friend. Paul Hocking was a leader who influenced the lives of all at Frank Hirth and will always be remembered and loved. Although it is an emotionally difficult time for us all, Paul and I have spent significant time over the recent year planning for him to step down and transition to retirement. So, it is all the more heart breaking that he leaves us in this way. Frank Hirth will ensure that the firm maintains Paul’s positive legacy and a ‘can do’ attitude and continue in the same vein we always have done’.
At this difficult time, we extend our deepest condolences and thoughts to all his family.
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