Allen will provide sell-side and buy-side advisory services (lead advisory) to both corporates and institutional investors in the region, and will work alongside Bob Alsop and the firm’s already very successful transaction services (due diligence) team.
Cooper said: “We are so pleased that Mark has joined us. He’s very well-known and highly regarded in the Thames Valley business and deals community. His level of experience and skill set vastly contributes to the continuing development of our Thames Valley practice, which enables us to provide a seamless full service offering to our current and future clients.”
Bob Alsop, partner, corporate finance, added: “Bringing in someone of Mark’s capability was always a part of our wider corporate finance strategy for the region, a strand of which we have been able to accelerate ahead of plan, due in part to the level of success we have achieved in the market with our transaction services offering. Personally, I’ve known Mark for many years; he has a reputation for delivering great client service, and I know that he will fit in well with the firm.
“Mark’s appointment means that we can offer our clients ‘best in class’ lead advisory and due diligence services as well as specialist tax advice, so as to support them in their transactions, whether buying, selling, or raising funds. It’s a truly holistic corporate finance proposition that I am very excited about.”
Allen said: “I’ve been impressed with the investment Crowe’s made in raising its profile in recent years, as well as developing its international network to become the eighth largest accounting network in the world. I’m excited by the opportunity to grow the brand further here in the Thames Valley where I’ve spent the majority of my career to date. I like Crowe’s entrepreneurial style, its full suite of transaction-related services and the high level of partner involvement in all that we do. I think local businesses and their owners/investors are looking for M&A advisers with a local presence and global reach, so I’m confident we can deliver great results.”
Prior to joining Crowe, Allen worked for a Big Four firm, where he headed up its corporate finance team in Reading, before moving to London to be a senior member of their technology, media and telecoms team.
Allen’s appointment is just the latest in a number of senior hires and promotions made by Crowe Reading over recent years, which has included Jane Mackay (tax M&A and advisory), Bob Alsop (corporate finance), Mark Stemp (private client tax), Andy Hawley (corporate tax), and Christine Dobson (corporate audit).
With a team of over 100 partners and professionals, Crowe’s Thames Valley office is able to support its clients throughout their business lifecycle – from setting up a business and helping with its day-to-day financial control environment, audit and tax compliance through to growth and support with acquisitions. Crowe can also support with personal tax and wealth management, right through to exit planning and execution.
Cooper added: “We’ve worked hard to deliver our strategy of being able to provide a one-stop-shop for the local business and deals community, which has resulted not only in us being more visible and well known in the market place, but has also enabled us to deliver double digit growth for the past four years. I am very proud of what we have managed to achieve thus far, and very grateful to the whole local team – they should be proud too.
“We are a national firm, with global reach and local expertise, so we can help our clients, whoever they are, and whatever they need, to make smart decisions that create lasting value.”
Starting a business can be daunting and requires careful planning, especially in the current economic climate.Every business owner is different, every company is unique and every business’s journey is different. Careful planning is essential, but nothing is ever guaranteed, except that there will be twists and turns along the way, each stage of the journey presenting its own challenges and opportunities.
At Crowe we take the time to understand you and your business. From choosing the right structure, to advising on financing and tax reliefs, we help you to overcome the common obstacles that early-stage businesses face to get your business up and running smoothly. This leaves you ready to grasp opportunities and adapt quickly when change is required.
As a business grows so will its complexity. We understand that different stages of the business lifecycle require different approaches. Your long-term plans may change, but Crowe’s commitment to helping you realise your aims will not. Whether you want support with your business strategy, attracting and retaining employees, tax advice or bookkeeping and back office support, we can support you as your business develops and grows.
No journey to success is a straight line. Our business lifecycle helps to guide you through each stage, helping you to understand the common paths that businesses take and to guide you through each stage.
As your business grows our specialist advisers are on hand to help you with:
The needs and ambitions of our clients define the advice we give to help them to make smarter decisions today that create lasting value in the future, which is why we see our clients stay with us year after year.
Visit: crowebusinesslifecycle.co.uk
Crowe is a leading national audit, tax, advisory and risk firm. We are the UK member of Crowe Global, the eighth largest accountancy network in the world, with access to more than 35,000 specialist professionals. We are a national firm, with global reach and local expertise, so no matter where your business is based, we will be able to help.
For more information, speak to:
Jeremy Cooper
0118 9597222
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