What’s your role here at A4G?

As Managing Partner for 30 years (and now Founding Partner), I’m proud to have overseen three decades of consistent growth at A4G. A big part of that success has come from our commitment to helping owner-managed businesses tackle whatever challenges are holding them back from growing.

One of my proudest achievements has been transitioning A4G to be less dependent on me personally—something many business owners struggle with.

I’m also incredibly proud of the recruitment and training programme we’ve built over the years. It’s helped countless trainees grow from school-leavers into fully qualified accountants and trusted adviser (and even Managing Partner’s…!)

What are your specialisms?

Working with owner-managers to help make their business less dependent on them and running strategic planning days.

What is the top tip you’d share with every business owner?

A business relying on people-based solutions will only get you so far. At some point you must embrace systems.

Tell us a random fact about you

I would have loved to have been the drummer in The Libertines!

Who inspires you?

I’m always looking for new inspiration but Sir Bobby Robson’s decency, honesty and continual desire to grow even in to his 70s make him one of my heroes. Plus, I met him twice!