For SMEs in growth mode thinking about expansion, this month's Budget from the Chancellor could be more than a policy update—it may be a moment to pause, reflect, and prepare for what’s next.
Tax rates are changing. If you are thinking about selling your business, the timing can significantly impact the net proceeds shareholders receive.
One of the difficulties we quite often come across when we talk to business owners is their concerns around how they can take their business to the next level
Finances and funding are a vital aspect of successful business growth. Martin Brown, our CEO, looks at some key questions business owners have on this topic.
The defence sector is estimated to contribute around £10 billion to £12 billion a year to the UK economy. Comprising a range of long-standing and new businesses, this rapidly growing industry has always been crucial to the country’s operation and security – but now, its impact is set to strengthen even further as the government assigns more spend to it.
All businesses, no matter their size, should have a marketing plan.
No matter how many times we hear it in small talk, it still doesn’t feel possible that summer is here.
If you're a UK SME owner thinking it's time to hang up the boots, pour the gin, and sail off into a spreadsheet-less sunset, you're not alone. Whether you're dreaming of tropical beaches, tinkering in a shed full of gadgets, or just never want to hear the words “VAT quarter” again, there are – dare we say it – 50 ways to leave your business.
Louis Cooper our new Board, Governance and Risk Advisor, looks at need for good governance principles and how they can help you drive your goals and objectives to achieve your strategy.
As a business owner, you’ve most likely experienced more than your fair share of change lately. Hard as you try to build solid foundations — growing your team, building strong client relationships, and setting clear goals for the year ahead — it can feel as if there is some universal force hell-bent on shifting the goal posts around you.