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EY Reading appoint Gareth Anderson as Office Managing Partner

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Sam Pither

Professional services group EY has appointed Gareth Anderson to Office Managing Partner in Reading.

Gareth joined EY in 2009 and has led the tax practice in the Thames Valley since 2014. He also leads EY’s private growth strategy in the South East. He has 27 years experience advising companies in total.

He said: “I’m thrilled to be the new Office Managing Partner for EY’s Reading office. I’d like to thank Richard for the great work he has done in successfully developing the business over the last seven years.

“My aim is to build on the extraordinary growth we’ve seen in Reading and the Thames Valley and South East region, working with our thriving business community and building exceptional careers for our people.”

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Gareth will take over the reins from Richard Baker following the completion of his seven-year tenure as Office Managing Partner. Richard will remain part of EY, continuing his work serving businesses.

Richard said: After 7 years in role, I have decided the time is right to stand down from my roles as EY's Managing Partner for the Thames Valley & South East region and the Reading office.

“I am delighted that Gareth Anderson is taking over from me - he and I have worked closely together for many years and I know he shares my passion for our regional economy and business community. Going forward I will continue to work with my clients in the region as well as my coaching and mentoring activities.”

Gareth's appointment is one of 10 senior appointments in EY's reading office.
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Sam Pither

Sam is the Regional Editor of Biz News, responsible for both Hampshire and Dorset. A new recruit to journalism, Sam started writing for the Business Magazine as a freelancer in May of 2022 after completing his degree in English at University College London. His passion for local businesses and ability to tell a story soon caught the attention of the publication’s management team and have led to his meteoric rise. Sam, who lives in central Reading, takes a particular interest in technology, gaming and food and drink, having been a chef before starting his degree.

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