John Walsham

Jul 31, 2024 | platinummediagroup.co.uk | Richard Taylor-West |Jonathan Grant |John Walsham |Liz Beck

Boarding schools have long been part of our educational furniture. From Tom Brown’s School Days to the likes of Malory Towers and Harry Potter, these hallowed halls have captured the imagination of generations. We are all familiar with tales of children shipped off to fairytale-like surroundings, left to their own devices as they seek to navigate the trials and tribulations of adolescence. Whilst they make fantastic stories, Mr Thwackum would not pass muster for the Safeguarding Team today.

Jul 31, 2024 | platinummediagroup.co.uk | Jonathan Grant |John Walsham |Liz Beck |Abigail Maino

I have highlighted below some useful trends to be aware of in the M&A market, as we move toward a period of improved confidence and increased value. Direct approaches Business owners are still receiving direct offers, which is both encouraging, and flattering. It remains important to understand what experienced buyers will expect, and to ‘play your hand’ well. Price will be based on a multiple of earnings, adjusted for surplus cash, after debt and working capital have been provided for.

Jul 31, 2024 | platinummediagroup.co.uk | John Walsham |Liz Beck |Abigail Maino

Business and supplier relationships are crucial for success, say John Walsham, Business Development Consultant and Rachel Emmerson, Partner in Accounts, Outsourcing and Business Services at Kreston Reeves It is a relationship defined, amongst many other factors, by payment terms, credit control and, in some instances, offering customers a line of credit. But not all businesses are created equal, and it can be difficult to determine how a relationship might develop.

Mar 7, 2024 | platinummediagroup.co.uk | Jonathan Grant |Nadia Cowdrey |Nigel Lambe |John Walsham

These provide and allow key employees to have an equity interest in your business, without the risk of creating minority shareholder rights, or recovering shares if the employee leaves. Employees often qualify for shares immediately before a sale of the company (but with all the tax benefits of being a long-term shareholder). A cheaper alternative? Clients often like the idea of simply making a gift to loyal employees after a sale (“don’t worry, I will look after you”).

Mar 7, 2024 | platinummediagroup.co.uk | Nadia Cowdrey |Nigel Lambe |John Walsham

Thinking about Christmas usually conjures images of family and friends having fun, but it can also be a time of sadness, remembering those who are no longer with us, or caring for someone who is nearing the end of their life. It is therefore hardly surprising that, by New Year, many of us have resolved to get our legal affairs in order. So, what does getting your affairs in order look like? There is more to it than simply thinking about your Will.