Finance Focus
In an increasingly complex and fast-paced business environment, effective financial management is crucial for sustaining growth, driving innovation, and ensuring long-term success. Finance professionals must stay ahead of emerging trends, regulatory changes, and market dynamics to make informed decisions that propel their organisations forward.
Why Finance Matters
Strong financial management is the backbone of any successful organisation. It ensures efficient resource allocation, risk management, and compliance with regulatory standards. By mastering the complexities of finance, businesses can achieve stability, support strategic initiatives, and create value for stakeholders.
Our Commitment
At C2S, we are dedicated to empowering finance leaders and professionals with the knowledge, insights, and tools they need to excel in today’s challenging economic landscape. Our Finance Focus events are designed to help you navigate financial complexities, optimise performance, and drive growth.
We are regularly joined by the Bank of England Agent for the South West and enjoy no reporting meetings with members to gain insights and better understand what is happening at a global, macro and micro-economic level.Â
What We Offer
- Monthly Events, Both Online and In-Person: Regular sessions provide insights and discussions on pressing financial topics and trends, with flexible attendance options to fit your schedule.
- Special Briefings: Get exclusive updates on budgets and Bank of England insights to help you make timely, informed financial decisions.
- Strategic Financial Planning: Learn the latest techniques in financial forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning to ensure your organisation’s long-term success and sustainability.
- Risk Management and Compliance: Stay informed about the latest regulatory developments and best practices in risk management to protect your organisation and maintain compliance.
- Global Economic Trends and Implications: Staying informed about global economic indicators and shifts in international markets can help finance professionals make strategic decisions in areas like currency risk management, pricing, and investment strategy.
- Tax Planning and Optimization: With tax laws frequently changing, keeping up-to-date with tax planning strategies and incentives can help optimise tax outcomes and enhance profitability.
- Cybersecurity in Financial Operations: As finance increasingly digitizes, the need for robust cybersecurity practices grows. Finance leaders must understand risks associated with cyber threats and ensure safeguards are in place to protect financial data and systems.
- Financial Innovation and Technology: Explore the impact of emerging technologies such as fintech, blockchain, and AI on finance, and discover how to leverage these tools to enhance financial operations and decision-making.
Our monthly Finance Focus Groups offer a platform for finance professionals to exchange ideas, discuss the latest trends, and collaborate on innovative solutions. Whether you’re focused on improving financial performance, managing risks, or exploring new investment opportunities, our focus groups provide the insights and connections you need.
We regularly discuss topics such as: Tax Changes & Implications; AI; Acquisitions & Mergers; Corporate Finance & Funding; Market trends; Investment Strategies; ESG, Cash-Flow; Compliance & Regulation; Cyber Security; Case Studies and Key Note Speakers.
Join us and be part of a community that values financial excellence and strategic leadership.
Together, we can drive innovation and ensure your organisation’s financial success.
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Finance Focus online: Update on Tax Implications and Financial Planning
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Our Finance Official Partner
Crowe UK
Crowe UK is a multi-award-winning accountancy firm that provides audit, tax, advisory, and risk services for businesses, organizations, and individuals
Chris Mould
Partner Audit
Chris started his career at the Crowe Midlands office and, when he was made Partner in 2016, transferred to their Cheltenham office.
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Nick Latimer
Partner Private Clients
Nick is a Tax Partner within the Cheltenham office and advise business owners, entrepreneurs and families on appropriate ways to structure their affairs to make the most of tax allowances and reliefs.
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Nick specialises in income tax planning, capital gains tax planning, family businesses, inheritance tax, and trusts, as well as advising internationally mobile individuals who may or may not be domiciled in the UK.
Paul Cox
Partner Corporate Tax
Paul has more than 20 years’ experience of advising clients on taxation matters both at Crowe and previous to that, within the Big Four.
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Paul is focused on providing practical and commercial advice, particularly in relation to corporate tax. By building relationships it allows him to offer a service that meets the needs of clients at the appropriate time.
He is a leader at his local cubs and beavers group as well as a keen sportsman.
Sue Daye
Partner Private Clients
Sue works within the Private Client and Professional Practices units in Cheltenham. She joined the firm in 2007 and has been a Partner since 2010.
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Sue has considerable experience in assisting entrepreneurial businesses, professional firms and high-net worth individuals.
She has extensive experience of all aspects of personal taxation, particularly capital taxes, advising on the tax aspect of wills, and maximising reliefs against Inheritance Tax. Sue enjoys providing 360 degree tax and advisory advice, tailored to the individual needs and circumstances of her diverse clients.
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