MHA MacIntyre Hudson strengthens Thames Valley team with partner appointment

MHA MacIntyre Hudson Thames Valley Partners from left to right: Kathryn Edmands, Justin Moss, Patrick King, Dale Cadet, Chris Denning, Kate Arnott, Mike Kay, Bianca Silva, Jason Mitchell

Audit and advisory firm MHA MacIntyre Hudson have made a key appointment to strengthen its Thames Valley team.

The company, which has a base in Maidenhead,  have appointed Kathryn Edmands as partner as it continues its growth strategy in the region.

The new Maidenhead office, which opened its doors at the end of 2021 is now home to 9 Partners and over 60 professional staff.

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Kathryn joined MHA in January 2017 having worked for another top 20 firm for over 10 years. 

Since being promoted to director in April 2020, she has steadily grown her client portfolio and expertise in audit and business advice, specialising in the media, entertainment and technology sectors.

She works with a diverse range of clients, including entrepreneurial businesses and large multi-nationals across the UK, providing an exceptional level of support and solutions for her clients through all market conditions.

Kate Arnott, partner and member of the firm’s Management Board said:

"We are delighted to welcome Kathryn to the Partnership.  Her promotion recognises her outstanding contribution to the firm over the last 5 years and the key role she has played in helping us grow and expand our services across the region. 

"She has quickly become an integral part of our team due to the dedication she has shown to both her clients and to the mentoring and development of her team.  Kathryn’s professional experience and technical abilities are exemplary, as are the strong relationships she naturally builds with clients to ensure that they are getting the very best advice and services. She is a great asset to our firm."

Commenting on her appointment to Partner, Kathryn said that the need for professional advice for companies had never been more important

"It’s great to work for a firm with such a strong client focus and to be part of such a dedicated team. I’m looking forward to rising to the challenges of Partnership and building on the strong business we have built in the region.  Given the additional challenges clients are facing in the aftermath of Covid-19 and complex global issues, it’s vital that they have access to expert advice they can trust."

MHA MacIntyre Hudson now has 86 partners and over 600 members of staff across the UK.

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