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Morning Mix with Alan CorcoranBusiness and Finance Update with Neil Hughes, CEO of Azets IrelandNeil Hughes, CEO of Azets Ireland, joins us for the latest on the economy — from soaring meat prices and questions over a €156 billion tax windfall, to the EU-US trade deal poised for finalisation, and updates on the Small Company Administrative Rescue Process.2025-07-1406 min
BRave Business and The Tax FactorThe Tax Factor – Episode 80 - TV Stars, Tax Scams & T-Rex ReliefThis week on The Tax Factor, Heather and Sarah (celebrate!?) 20 years of HMRC with a look at its latest performance woes, from phone line chaos and missing repayments to the absurdity of pursuing a taxpayer for £600.Also, this week, Holly Willoughby’s agency gets a stern reminder that HMRC doesn’t do celebrity favours, a fake Greggs manager pockets pandemic cash, and a warning about getting caught in VAT carousel fraud. Plus: £150m in tax relief for Jurassic World and Ofgem’s bright idea that richer people should pay more for electricity. What next - tea bags? Loo roll?2025-04-2511 minMorning Mix with Alan CorcoranFinancial Focus with Neil Hughes, CEO Azets IrelandNeil breaks down the latest in business and economic news, offering expert insights, practical advice, and a look at what’s ahead for Ireland’s financial landscape.2025-04-1409 minMorning Mix with Alan CorcoranNeil Hughes, CEO Azets Ireland, on the Impact of US Tariffs and Financial DevelopmentsNeil Hughes CEO Azets Ireland joins us for our regular financial update. This morning, we’ll dive into key topics including the potential negative impact of new US tariffs on Ireland, Trump’s promise of a new economic dawn for the US, and the EU’s preparedness to respond with countermeasures. We’ll also discuss the Taoiseach’s stance on US antipathy toward the EU, the pharma sector’s temporary reprieve amid tariffs, and the slight rise in unemployment from a record low in March. 2025-04-0707 minMorning Mix with Alan CorcoranFinancial Insights with Neil Hughes, CEO Azets, Ireland: Trends, Challenges & Economic UpdatesIn our regular financial slot, Neil Hughes, CEO of Azets Ireland, returns to share his expert insights on the latest financial trends, business challenges, and economic updates impacting individuals and companies across Ireland.2025-03-3108 minMorning Mix with Alan CorcoranNeil Hughes, CEO of Azets Ireland, on All Things FinancialOur regular financial expert, Neil Hughes on Insights, Trends, and Advice2025-03-2408 min
Humanise The Numbers - for ambitious accountants in practiceDawn Marriott - Hg Serial ChairIf you - as a leader of your team, your department, your firm, even - want to build a profoundly successful business, you'll want data at your fingertips. You'll want the data that enables you to make the best decisions and that will enable you to grow the business that you've got in your mind's eye. As well as the data, you'll want to better appreciate how to grow and develop the knowledge, skills and habits of your team so that they bring a client focus in a way that ensures that your clients believe they're in t...2025-02-2254 minMorning Mix with Alan CorcoranC.E.O Azets Ireland Neil HughesIreland is facing big economic shifts—from Trump’s new tariff plans to rising energy demand and a major OECD rental market recommendation. Meanwhile, mortgage rates have hit a 20-month low as lenders react to ECB cuts.2025-02-1708 minMorning Mix with Alan CorcoranCEO Azets Ireland Neil Hughes on the Challenges Facing Irish Businesses: Costs, Tariffs, and Storm Impact2025-02-1009 min
Breakfast Business with Joe LynamAre about to entirely miss the AI boat in Europe?As we all know from 2007, a booming economy can collapse very quickly if there’s a major external shock. We’ve similarly low unemployment and high house prices today. So are we just as vulnerable to a serious Trump-shaped externality? Are about to entirely miss the AI boat in Europe? To discuss further Joe spoke to Neil Hughes the Chief Executive with Azets Ireland. 2025-01-3103 minMorning Mix with Alan CorcoranNeil Hughes, CEO of Azets Ireland, Brings the Latest on All Things Financial2025-01-2709 minMorning Mix with Alan CorcoranFinancial News with Neil Hughes C.E.O Azets Ireland2025-01-2008 minMorning Mix with Alan CorcoranFinancial Matters with Neil Hughes CEO Azets Ireland2025-01-1308 minMorning Mix with Alan CorcoranMaking New Year's Resolutions Stick with Neil Hughes, CEO of Azets Ireland2025-01-0607 min
Regnskap Norge-poddenAzets-sjefen: Fra skolelei ungdom til sjef for Norges største regnskapsforetakHvilke vekstambisjoner har Azets? Hvordan er det å lede landets største regnskapsforetak? Og hvordan ser bransjen ut noen år frem i tid? Det svarer Azets-sjefen på i ukens episode.
Runar Leite startet sin reise som en skolelei ungdom som foretrakk å jobbe fremfor å gå på skolen.
Nå er han administrerende direktør i Azets Insights og CEO for Azets i Norge som inkluderer Azets Consulting og Azets People.
Kort sagt; han er topplederen for Norges største regnskapsforetak.
Hør episoden hvis du er nysgjerrig på:
Azets vekstambisjoner
Runars tanker om konsolidering...2025-01-0658 minMorning Mix with Alan CorcoranFinancial Matters with Neil Hughes CEO Azets Ireland2024-12-0907 minMorning Mix with Alan CorcoranFinancial Matters with Neil Hughes CEO Azets Ireland2024-12-0206 min
The Authentic AdvisorScaling business advisory services in your firm with Stephen Grant, AzetsHost James Mason interviews Stephen Grant, partner at Azets, UK about his journey in business advisory and the launch of the Boost Business Advisory Initiative, which aims to enhance client performance through tailored advisory services. He discusses the challenges of balancing existing responsibilities with new initiatives, the importance of internal training and mindset transformation, and the future of advisory services in the accounting industry. Stephen emphasises the need for accountants to evolve into true advisors, focusing on delivering value and solving client issues rather than just compliance.
Takeaways
Pick the right people who ar...2024-11-3029 minMorning Mix with Alan CorcoranFinancial News with Neil Hughes CEO Azets Ireland2024-11-2508 minMorning Mix with Alan CorcoranNeil Hughes, CEO Azets Ireland, Discusses Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael's Clash Over Tax Rates and The Trump Presidency2024-11-1805 minMorning Mix with Alan CorcoranFinancial Segment with Neil Hughes CEO Azets IrelandFianna Fáil And Fine Gael Clash Over VAT Rate Changes, Apple Tax Bonanza To Fuel Fine Gael Housing Plans And Trump’s Win Is Bad News For The Irish Economy
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The Business CompassEpisode 18: From 16-Year-Old School Leaver to Inspiring Accountancy Leader with Victoria WainwrightVictoria’s journey is truly inspiring— after leaving school at 16, Victoria worked her way to the top and is now Office Managing Partner at accountancy firm Azets. Tune in for insights on leadership, giving back, and what it takes to thrive in a competitive industry.2024-11-0848 min
The Office Manager DiariesS3 - Episode 03: with Emma Hunt from Azets🎧The Office Manager Diaries is back this week with Hana and our latest guest, Emma Hunt from Azets 🎙️Emma manages multiple offices and members of the administrative workforce so wears more hats than the average Office Manager. This episode was such fun to record and there were a lot of laughs, especially with Emma's "You Won't Believe it But..." moment. 🔊The Portal: https://theofficemanagementportal.com/packagesThe Group: https://www.theofficemanagementgroup.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hana-gray-theomg/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theofficemanagementgroup/2024-11-0147 min
Breakfast Business with Joe LynamThe traditional trades skills gapInsolvencies rates are climbing but are still well below the long term average. But for small businesses in the hospitality sector, things are even more acute and much of that is down to those high energy costs. Is the lack of skills especially the traditional trades such as plumbing and carpentry is creating a skills gap which is pushing up prices for all companies. Speaking to Joe this morning was Dessie Morrow Partner in Corporate Recovery at professional services firm Azets Ireland.2024-10-2907 min
The General Practice PodcastPodcast – Paul Gordon & James Gransby – Making Sense of Changes in NHS Pension SchemesJoin Ben as he brings together pensions expert Paul Gordon and accountant James Gransby to explore the recent changes in NHS pensions. They discuss the aftermath of the age discrimination case and its consequences following the government's loss, which has resulted in revised pension statements for many NHS members. The discussion delves into the complexities of NHS pension figures and annual allowance returns, highlighting the challenges faced by both individuals and practices. They emphasise the importance of using medical specialist accountants to ensure accuracy in submissions. Join Paul and James for this dynamic discussion and...2024-10-2825 min
The Private Client PodcastE14: Gifting, Business and Taxes with Amy Buckley Partner at AzetsIn this episode Charlie Chami is joined by Amy Buckley Partner and Head of Tax for Central & West at Azets. They discuss the joy of dealing with individuals and helping them meet their goals as well as life events, gifting to children or selling a business. They also discuss working with other professionals such as Financial Advisers and Private Client Solicitor, Business Relief and how to ensure it doesn’t fall foul of inheritance tax rules. Amy Buckleyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-buckley-99184849/ Private Client Networkhttps://www.p...2024-10-0225 min
De-stress Your BusinessE130: Elevate Yourself and Be a Bold Leader, with Dawn MarriottIn this episode of De-Stress Your Business, host Alexis Kingsbury is joined by Dawn Marriott, a business turnaround expert and partner at HG Capital.
Dawn shares her strategies for optimizing leadership time, delegating tasks, and making tough decisions. She discusses her role as CEO of Azets, highlighting the challenges she faced with rapid growth, integration of multiple acquisitions, and the need for detailed planning and accountability.
Dawn emphasizes the importance of building a strong team, managing time effectively, and making swift decisions to remove blockers. She also gives practical advice on achieving consistency in processes and the balance between centralized and...2024-09-0247 minDe-stress Your BusinessE130: Elevate Yourself and Be a Bold Leader, with Dawn MarriottIn this episode of De-Stress Your Business, host Alexis Kingsbury is joined by Dawn Marriott, a business turnaround expert and partner at HG Capital.
Dawn shares her strategies for optimizing leadership time, delegating tasks, and making tough decisions. She discusses her role as CEO of Azets, highlighting the challenges she faced with rapid growth, integration of multiple acquisitions, and the need for detailed planning and accountability.
Dawn emphasizes the importance of building a strong team, managing time effectively, and making swift decisions to remove blockers. She also gives practical advice on achieving consistency in processes and the balance between centralized and...2024-09-0247 min
IMPACT - Der PRIVATE EQUITY PODCAST der BeratungsloungeIMPACT #031 - Der neue RWB Fonds: MPE International 9IMPACT #031 - In dieser Folge sprechen Micha und Chris über den neuen International Dachfonds der RWB, der sich seit Mitte Juli in der Platzierung befindet. Wie sind die Rahmendaten und wie kann man sich am Fonds beteiligen?
In den RWB News geht es dieses Mal um die Unternehmen SER Group aus Bonn, FleetGo, DrDeppe aus Kempen am Niederrhein, Nextron, Azets und Ciphix. Alle Newsartikel zu den RWB Fonds findest Du auch unter https://www.rwb-ag.de/news.
Zudem gibt es wieder einige News zu den Portfoliounternehmen der MIG Venture Capital Fonds. Wir haben uns die n...2024-08-2233 min
Regnskap Norge-poddenVil effektivisere og modernisere regnskapsbransjenNytt styremedlem i Regnskap Norge er opptatt av å bruke digitale løsninger på best mulig måte – både i regnskapsbransjen og næringslivet generelt
Erik Østebø er Operations Director i Azets Insight AS og nytt styremedlem i Regnskap Norge fra og med juni 2024. Han har erfaring både fra systemleverandørsiden og regnskapssiden, men trives best på økonomisiden. Hvorfor? Det får du høre mer om i episoden.
Hør også Erik snakke om:
Effektivisering og modernisering i regnskapsbransjen
Muligheter og utfordringer
Fremtidens regnskapsbransje
IT-sikkerhet
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Win-Win-podden40. Branschprofilen Lali Fjellström, SRF KonsulternaI detta avsnitt gästas vi av Lali Fjellström, branschansvarig för redovisning på branschorganisationen SRF Konsulterna. Vi pratar bland annat om hennes musikintresse, hur hon halkade in på att jobba med ekonomi, därefter startade byrå, började brinna för kvalitetsfrågor och hur det har tagit henne vidare till nya spännande roller där hon bland annat har besökt många byråer runt om i landet. Lali berättar även om när hon gick in i väggen, hur hon efter lång frånvaro valde att lämna och sälja sin byrå och...2024-05-151h 05
BRave Business and The Tax FactorBRave Business - Episode 15: Pay Equity – What’s going on with Gender Pay Gap and Pay Transparency’In this episode we take a look at the topic of the gender pay gap, pay equality and pay transparency. What are they, why are they important and what are the challenges business face in implementing these directives? And joining Declan to debate all of this are Blick Rothenberg’s Reward Services Partner Stuart Hyland and Azets’ Group Chief People Officer Claire Jepras.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-05-0746 min
How to ScaleDawn Marriott - Driving growth through leadership team developmentIn the 4th episode of the second season of Frog’s How to Scale podcast, Senior Partner Mike Reid speaks with Dawn Marriott, Partner at Hg Capital, about effectively developing the leadership team as you progress through the different stages of scale-up.Dawn focuses on the CEO community at Hg Capital, driving growth and operational effectiveness within their portfolio. She acts as a serial Exec Chair with a particular emphasis on driving change, growth and C suite succession. Previously she headed up Hg’s Portfolio team and was CEO in Hg investments Kinapse and Azets. Prior to t...2024-04-0229 min
Bang the DrumS2 Ep8: UK Spring Statement SpecialIn this special UK Spring Statement episode, four of Azets’ tax experts join host Emma Sheppard for live reaction to Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s statement.
Predictions for tax reforms in the UK Spring Budget 2024, ahead of the upcoming general election, are generating significant anticipation. How might these expected reforms influence the overall economic landscape and fiscal outlook?
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, and share Bang the Drum with others who you...2024-03-0618 minIMPACT - Der PRIVATE EQUITY PODCAST der BeratungsloungeIMPACT #025 - geplatzter Private Equity Einstieg bei der DFL, Fondsnews#025 IMPACT - In der heutigen Folge unterhalten sich Micha und Chris über den geplatzten Deal eines Private Equity Investors bei der DFL (Deutsche Fussball Liga). Dazu haben wir wieder interessante Zuhörer(innen)-Fragen dabei.
In den News geht es bei der RWB dieses Mal um die Unternehmen Cureton, TimePlan, TreatPlanet, Azets, Appspace und das indische Unternehmen Medi Assist Healthcare Services.
Alle Newsartikel findest Du wie immer auf der RWB News Seite: https://www.rwb-ag.de/news
Bei den News der MIG Fonds geht es in dieser Folge um Newsartikel des Fondsmanagements mit einem Rückblick auf 2023 sowie hera...2024-03-0234 minBang the DrumS2 Ep7: The Social EntrepreneurHost Emma Sheppard is joined by Hayley Kingsnorth, Partner of Accounting and Business Advisory Services at Azets and Mark Rose, Employer Engagement Lead at Bemix.
With the growth of social enterprises, more businesses are being founded to build a better world. From reducing of economic inequality and improving social justice, to implementing environmental sustainability, the panel explores the world of social enterprises.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review...2024-02-1245 minBang the DrumS2 Ep6: How Did We Do?In this episode, host Emma Sheppard is joined by Dan Fallows, Managing Director at Gorilla Accounting and Tim Waterton, Chief Revenue Officer, HappyOrNot.
The panel discusses the value of receiving customer feedback: How to get it, what to do with it, and why building long-lasting, trusted relationships is so important to growth for ambitious businesses and their owners.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, and share Bang the Drum with others...2024-02-0545 min
Legal Sector ResilienceLegal Sector Resilience: New Year, New Financial Outlook?Join Legal News Wales and accounting and tax specialists from Azets, as we ask how law firms faired financially in 2023, and what they're preparing for in the 2024 - from tax changes to succession planning, join our Editor Emma Waddingham, who sits with David Holden and Iain Sanderson from Azets Cardiff office for this short round up podcast. An ideal listen for business owners and financial directors in the legal sector.For more information and signposting, visit the insights section on legalnewswales.com and use the 'Legal Sector Resilience Podcast' filter.2024-01-1617 minBang the DrumS2 Ep5: Supporting Employees’ Mental HealthIn this episode, our guests discuss the fundamental role of business leaders and HR professionals in supporting employees' mental health and wellbeing.
This podcast episode includes discussions on mental health and suicide. We want to emphasise that the content shared in this episode is intended for informational and educational purposes only. The conversations within may touch on sensitive topics that could be triggering for some individuals.
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues or suicidal thoughts, we urge you to seek help immediately by reaching out to the following helplines b...2023-12-0447 minBang the DrumS2 Ep4: UK Autumn Statement SpecialIn this special UK Autumn Statement episode, five of Azets’ tax experts join host Emma Sheppard for live reaction to Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s statement.
With economic forecasts showing growth is stagnant and Britain is teetering on the edge of a recession; how has the Chancellor eased these pressures and what support has been offered to business leaders to boost economic growth?
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and revi...2023-11-2218 minBang the DrumS2 Ep3: Crowdfunding for GrowthIn this episode, host Emma Sheppard is joined by Tom Shakhli, Head of Project Success, Spacehive, alongside Ursula Stone, Founder of The Flower Bank.
The panel explores the world of crowdfunding and how it can enable SMEs and social enterprises to access the capital they need to flourish.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, and share Bang the Drum with others who you think might enjoy it.
Get in t...2023-11-1345 minBang the DrumS2 Ep2: Cyber Security and Fraud (Cyber Security Awareness Month)In this episode, host Emma Sheppard, is joined by Emma Green, Deputy Director for Cyber Resilience at Dept. for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT); and Paul Kelly, Head of Cyber Services at Azets.
The panel delves into the topic of cyber security and how preventing fraud doesn't have to be an overwhelming task for small business owners.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, and share Ba...2023-10-3035 minBang the DrumS2 Ep1: Are Apprenticeships the Answer?Bang the Drum is back! In this first episode in the new series, host Emma Sheppard is joined by Robert Halfon MP, Minister of State for Skills, Apprenticeships and Higher Education; Victoria Wainwright, Office Managing Partner at Azets; and David Whitson-Black, Global Head of Talent and Performance at Azets.
They discuss the benefits to SME businesses and young people embarking on an apprenticeship and consider how to hire and keep the best young talent.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for...2023-10-1644 minBang the DrumS2 Ep Trailer: Bang the Drum S2 is Here. Subscribe Now!Bang the Drum is back for season 2! Join host Emma Sheppard as we continue our exploration into how SME founders can achieve real, lasting growth for their businesses.
We’ll be discussing everything from effective marketing and PR strategies to help you stand out from the crowd, to protecting your business against cyber security threats.
Ep 1 launches this Monday (16 October) with special guest Robert Halfon MP, Minister of State for Skills, Apprenticeships and Higher Education.
Subscribe now to make sure you don’t miss an episode!
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The Tax Professionals PodcastTTPP79: What It's Like to Be Tax Partner at a Top 10 Firm (Azets) with Laura DugganSend us a textShow notes: thetaxprofessionalspodcast.com/TTPP79Subscribe: thetaxprofessionalspodcast.com/subscribeTake control of your career progression free course: https://documents.thetaxprofessionalspodcast.com/freecourseYou’ll LearnAn overview of Laura’s career(13:30) An insight into Laura’s role as a tax partner at Azets(18:15) How involved she gets in the day-to-day tax work(21:15) Her remit and what is expected of her(28:00) Whether as tax partner, she has unlimited control(31:00) Some information around tax-partner salaries (37:00) What a normal week looks like for Laura(38:30) Work life balance as a ta...2023-07-1756 minLegal Sector ResilienceLegal Sector Resilience: Horizon Scanning for Law Firms in WalesIn our first podcast with our Community Partner, Azets, our host Emma and her guests Katherine Broadhurst and David Holden, share their first-hand knowledge of the operational and financial challenges that law firms in Wales face – and what lies ahead. In this whistle stop tour of some of the key trends and issues currently affecting legal practices, we also explore the corporate transaction market in Wales and our guests from Azets share their own experience of consolidation and what the legal sector can learn from other industries.Azets works with legal fir...2023-06-0830 minBang the DrumS1 Ep 12: Entrepreneurship and Mental HealthIt's the last episode of the S1!
SME business leaders are under more duress than ever before, with economic uncertainty, rising costs, and talent shortages all adding to every day stress.
So, how can entrepreneurs spot the signs they may be approaching burnout? What positive habits can they adopt to achieve a better work-life balance? And what other support is available to them if they feel they need it?
Joining host Emma Sheppard to find out are Leanne Spencer, a bestselling author and expert in corporate wellbeing; Rachel Harris, Director of striveX and...2023-06-0751 minBang the DrumS1 Ep 11: Rise of the FranchiseThis episode is all about franchises, with the world's largest 24/7 fitness franchise Anytime Fitness.
We’re discussing how you decide whether franchising is for you, how to find the right franchisee, some of the common mistakes to watch out for, and the financial parameters to have in place.
Host Emma Sheppard is joined by Daniel Penn, Head of Network Development at Anytime Fitness; multi-site franchisee Connor Thorne; and Claire Purbhoo, Central Head of Outsourcing at Azets.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Ap...2023-05-2441 min
Down To BusinessExecutive Chair: Neil HughesIn the Executive Chair this week is CEO of Azets Ireland, Neil Hughes.2023-05-0612 minDown To BusinessExecutive Chair: Neil HughesIn the Executive Chair this week is CEO of Azets Ireland, Neil Hughes.2023-05-0612 minBang the DrumS1 Ep 10: Investing in InnovationIn this episode, we’re discussing business innovation and what incentives are available to research-intensive SMEs. We’ll explore Research & Development (R&D) tax relief and capital allowances, and explain how entrepreneurs can navigate this seemingly complex world.
Host Emma Sheppard is joined by Tim Croft, National Head of R&D Tax at Azets; Gurj Sandhu, National Head of Capital Allowances at Azets; and Eliza Eddison, VP Operations at FabricNano.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
List...2023-05-0444 minBang the DrumS1 Ep 9: Getting Payroll RightPaying people accurately and on time is the cardinal rule of payroll. But what more value can a successful payroll process add, and when is the right time for a growing SME business to seek help?
Host Emma Sheppard is joined by Erik Bekkåsen, Director of Nordic Payroll at Azets; Stephen Abbotts, Azets’ Director of UK Payroll Services; and Kirk Boster, Managing Director of M+M Matting, to find out.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
L...2023-04-1729 minBang the DrumS1 Ep 8: How to Be ResilientTimes are tough. So, how do SME business leaders maintain continuous operations, protect people and assets, and preserve brand equity in the face of disruption?
To find out, Emma Sheppard is joined by Azets UK Partner Nick Parrett, and Ron Wain, Managing Director of Deep South Media, a public relations consultancy based in the South of England, which this year celebrates 25 years in business.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, and...2023-04-0338 minBang the DrumS1 Ep 7: UK Spring Budget SpecialIn this special episode, five of the UK’s leading tax experts join host Emma Sheppard for live reaction to Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s 2023 Spring Budget statement.
Billed as a ‘growth’ Budget that aims to get the UK economy growing sustainably again, what levers did the Chancellor pull and what support has been offered to business leaders to boost economic growth?
Let’s find out…
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, a...2023-03-1521 minBang the DrumS1 Ep 6: When Cultures CollideIn this episode, host Emma Sheppard is joined by Chris Horne, Group CEO at Azets, and Chris Herd, CEO of Firstbase, a management platform for remote work.
They discuss cross-cultural leadership and how to lead a growing #international organisation, integrating diverse cultures to create a homogenous business.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, and share Bang the Drum with others who you think might enjoy it.
Get in touch...2023-03-0640 min
Evolve to SucceedBuying and selling a business - A personal perspectiveFor any business owner, the idea of selling your business can seem like a daunting one. How do you know it’s the right decision? What is the process like? And what happens after the acquisition? Warren Munson joins host Emma Sheppard and fellow guests, Jeremy Fearnley—Azets Group Head of Mergers and Acquisitions, and Jo Barry—Managing Director of Platinum Care Solutions Group—to discuss all things mergers and acquisitions.2023-02-1348 minBang the DrumS1 Ep 5: Green, Green GrowthIn this episode, host Emma Sheppard is joined by Paul Clifford, Regional CEO at Azets, and Andrea Hartley, CEO of creative social and environmental impact consultancy Skating Panda.
They discuss the importance of ESG and sustainability for SME business leaders; some of the low-cost, high impact initiatives that can be used; and how to turn being good to the environment into profitable growth.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, and share...2023-01-3039 minBang the DrumS1 Ep 4: Time to BuyIn this episode, we’re discussing mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and asking the big question: when is the right time to buy?
Host Emma Sheppard is joined by Jeremy Fearnley, Azets Group Head of M&A; Warren Munson, founder of Inspire Accountants, a firm based in the South of England which Azets acquired in March last year; and Jo Barry, Managing Director of acquisitive SME Platinum Care Solutions Group, an award-winning care group based in the South of England.
They explore how and why acquisitions might become part of your business strategy for growth...2023-01-0947 minBang the DrumS1 Ep 3: Diversity & Inclusion – More Than Just WordsIn this episode, host Emma Sheppard is joined by Caroline Hutchins, Group Chief People Officer at Azets, and Raj Ghai, Head of Resourcing and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Scottish Gas Networks (SGN).
They discuss how to build a happy, innovative, and productive workforce by integrating diversity and inclusion into your business culture.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, and share Bang the Drum with others who you think might enjoy...2022-12-1231 minBang the DrumS1 Ep 2: Accounting TechIn this episode, host Emma Sheppard is joined by Fraser Campbell, UK Head of Accounts and Business Advisory at Azets, and Alex von Schirmeister, Managing Director - UK & EMEA at Xero.
They discuss trends in accounting technology and what’s next for the industry, asking how the development of smart new accounting tech can help SME clients to grow.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, and share Bang the Drum with ot...2022-11-2839 minBang the DrumS1 Ep 1: Cash is KingIn this episode, host Emma Sheppard is joined by Donald Boyd, Head of Growth at Azets, and Josh Levy, CEO of Ultimate Finance, for a deep dive into what SME businesses must do to protect cashflow amid some of the toughest global economic challenges many will ever face.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, and share Bang the Drum with others who you think might enjoy it.
Get in touch with...2022-11-1439 minBang the DrumS1 Ep Trailer: Welcome to Bang the DrumWelcome to Bang the Drum, the chart-topping podcast championing ambitious SMEs and entrepreneurs.
Bang the Drum is hosted by Emma Sheppard, a freelance journalist specialising in all things SME. You’ll find Emma’s work in The Guardian, The Times, the FT’s Sifted Magazine, and others.
Each episode, Emma is joined by specialist advisors and inspirational business leaders to tackle a range of topics and share their experiences and insights.
We’ll discuss the challenges and triumphs that entrepreneurs know are all part of starting, running and growing your own business.
Bang t...2022-11-1101 min
Scotland's Farm Advisory Service PodcastRural Roundup – 19th OctoberIn this fortnight’s edition we get the latest news from Tiffany MacTaggart, and are joined by George Chalmers and Robert Ramsay to talk about soils and fertilisers. Janette Sutherland is here to give an update on her personal development book club, and Amy Burton from Azets Accountants and Consultancy gives us an insight onto what’s on her desk.
Linked FAS resources:
https://www.fas.scot/crops-soils/
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Sourcing Labour - Making Your Farm an Attracti...2022-10-1918 min
The Rural RoundupPreparing For Sustainable Farming & Agricultural Bill ConsultationIn this fortnight’s edition we get the latest news from Tiffany MacTaggart, and are joined by George Chalmers and Robert Ramsay to talk about soils and fertilisers. Janette Sutherland is here to give an update on her personal development bookclub, and Amy Burton from Azets Accountants and Consultancy gives us an insight onto what’s on her desk. Show Notes 00:20 - Rural Roundup with Tiffany MacTaggart 04:05 – Soils and Fertilisers with Robert and George 09:30 – Updates from the Farm Advisory Service 10:30 - Personal Development Bookclub with Janette Sutherland 15:30 – What’s On Your De...2022-10-1918 min
The Trowers PodcastTop tips to prepare for a cyber-attack and the falloutContinuing our conversation of the key cyber security issues facing organisations for National Cyber Security Awareness Month, Partner Charlotte Clayson and Senior Associate Liz Mulley provide top tips on how to prepare for a potential attack. Joined by guests Neil Belton, Director of Technology Risk and Paul Kelly, Head of Cyber Services at business advisory service, Azets. They discuss best practices, current cyber security trends and the crucial role staff within organisations play in preventing cyber-attacks.2022-10-1839 min
#pengepodden406: Amerikanske kvalitetsaksjer med Arne Magnus «Stockles» UllandI denne #pengepodden-episoden får vi høre en diskusjon om kvalitetsaksjer mellom privat investor Arne Magnus Lorentzen Ulland (alias «Stockles») og Roger «Bull» Berntsen. Debattleder er spareøkonom Bjørn Erik Sættem. Tross sin unge alder (30 år) har Arne investert i aksjer i 12 år. Han er utdannet siviløkonom fra NHH og jobber som forretningsrådgiver i Azets. På fritiden er han investor. Agenda:(0:28:14) - Visa(0:35:36) - Berkshire Hathaway(0:46:56) - PepsiCo(0:53:58) - Enphase Energy(1:01:56) - Alphabet Inc / Google(1:10:07) - Take-Two Interactive Software2022-10-131h 22
Beyond Numbers by XeroManaging change in the ever-changing accounting industryAndy Mackey, Transformation Director at Azets, and Kat Bond, Head of Partner Consulting and Success at Xero, share their experiences with change management and digital transformation.
From business digitalisation and government legislation, to new ways of working, the accounting industry continues to change at pace and there’s no sign of it letting up. Whether firms are faced with a small change or a major transformation, considering the fundamentals of change management and putting empathy and good communication at the heart of your strategy is key to the success of any initiative.
And...2022-09-2849 min
Beyond Numbers by XeroManaging change in the ever-changing accounting industryAndy Mackey, Transformation Director at Azets, and Kat Bond, Head of Partner Consulting and Success at Xero, share their experiences with change management and digital transformation.
From business digitalisation and government legislation, to new ways of working, the accounting industry continues to change at pace and there’s no sign of it letting up. Whether firms are faced with a small change or a major transformation, considering the fundamentals of change management and putting empathy and good communication at the heart of your strategy is key to the success of any initiative.
And...2022-09-2849 min
Data Protection Made EasyTrouble In Paradise - Contracts & Complex RelationshipsOur hosts David Holmes and Oliver Rear will be joined by special guest Jason Ellis, Data Protection Officer from Azets who has extensive experience working as a DPO in the Financial Sector. Together the trio will discuss contracts and complex relationships between controllers and processors. If you would like to join us on future episodes of the data protection made easy podcast, visit our events page and sign up for one of the amazing sessions we have on the horizon. If you would like to discuss more about contacts and complex relationships with our experts, visit our service page and...2022-08-191h 07
Regnskap Norge-poddenEpisode 44 – Azets-sjefen om bransjens omdømme og mangfoldsledelseIfølge Runar Leite, adm.dir. i Azets, er omdømmet til regnskapsbransjen sterkt og troverdig. Han mener imidlertid at omdømmet har mye mer å gå på. Den største omdømmeutfordring er ifølge Azets-sjefen at bransjen oppleves som traust. Runar brenner for mangfoldsledelse. Hør ham fortelle om fordelene ved å jobbe strukturert med mangfoldsledelse og hvordan han benytter sin kompetanse i sitt arbeid som leder. 2022-02-0758 min
BAcc to BusinessGUAS Internship Panel 2021This is a recording of the GUAS Internship Panel that took place on the 29th September 2021.
This panel gives you the opportunity to learn more about summer internships from students who have completed one this past summer. The panel will be hosted by Jade Harries (GUAS Secretary) and will feature Alice MacFarlane, Catherine Bouchard, Molly Dickson and Sharon Maina. These students have completed internships in Corporate Finance at EY; Audit, VAT and Executive Compensation at Deloitte; Internal Audit at Blackrock; Corporate Finance at Azets as well as Tax and Accounts at Martin Aitken respectively. T...2021-09-291h 14
Franchisepodden NorgeØkonomistyring i franchisesystemerManaging partner i FranchiseArkitekt Sven Hars og direktør storkunder i Azets Espen Vestli snakker om økonomistyring i franchisekjeder. Hvordan kan skalerbare og gode plattformer gi franchisegivere og franchisetakere verdifull informasjon som grunnlag for lønnsom vekst og god konsept- og økonomistyring. 2021-08-1239 min
RegelPOD om regler innen lønn, skatt og HRInnreiserestriksjoner og sykepenger, feriepenger og permitteringMonica og Ivar har fått besøk! Tormod fra Azets er med for å snakke om arbeidsgiverperiode II ved permittering og feriepenger av dagpenger. Hvilke feriepenger er trekkfrie – og hvilke er trekkpliktige? Hva med sykepenger når en ansatt er «rammet» av innreiserestriksjoner? Alt dette og mer til i ukens RegelPOD!2021-05-0730 min