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Quintessentially Group controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 2022

    Russian-client relationships after the invasion of Ukraine

    The company had promoted services for wealthy Russian clients, including a dedicated Russian team. After Russia invaded Ukraine, it removed the relevant promotional webpage, drawing attention to the reputational risks of that client relationship.

  2. 2021

    Scrutiny of corporate complexity and late filings

    An accountant’s report described the group’s structure as opaque and complex, while several sister companies were reported to have filed accounts late.

  3. 2020

    Website created for Le Besoin escort agency

    The Financial Times reported that Quintessentially created a website in 2015 for Le Besoin, an international escort agency registered at the group’s London headquarters. Quintessentially denied further involvement and said the client was launching a dating service.