Today’s news in brief – 12/9/2024

RSM has appointed Michelle Bee as business transformation director, strengthening its consulting team. Bee, with over 15 years of experience from PA Consulting, specialises in operating models, digital transformation, and customer experience, focusing on consumer markets and manufacturing industries. Her past clients include major automotive and consumer goods companies. At RSM, Bee will lead efforts to enhance operating models and develop digital innovation strategies. She is also committed to mentoring women from ethnic minority backgrounds, fostering leadership opportunities. RSM’s Mohi Khan praised Bee’s expertise, emphasising her role in driving client success through comprehensive innovation strategies. MHA has appointed Chris Greenhalgh as partner in its national technical and compliance team, overseeing regulatory, risk, and policy matters. Based in Manchester and London, Greenhalgh will serve as practice assurance compliance principal and money laundering reporting officer (MLRO). He joined MHA after 10 years with ICAEW’s Quality Assurance Department, where he managed regulatory monitoring and anti-money laundering oversight. Greenhalgh brings extensive experience, including contracts with UK and overseas professional bodies. His appointment aligns with MHA’s commitment to maintaining high professional standards, ensuring quality service for clients. Partner Alex Kelly highlighted his valuable expertise in audit and compliance. Geoff Johnson has joined Haysmacintyre’s financial services team as a partner, bringing 17 years of experience in hedge funds, insurance companies, and FCA-regulated managers. Johnson, previously with Blick Rothenberg, has extensive knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and US GAAP. He specialises in providing tailored accounting services to financial clients. Johnson expressed excitement about joining Haysmacintyre during a period of growth and is keen to support long-term client relationships. Managing partner Natasha Frangos welcomed Johnson’s expertise, emphasising his role in driving the firm’s ambitious growth plans within the financial services sector, which spans various audit, tax, and outsourcing services. FRP Corporate Finance advised Bournemouth-based fintech firm Twenty7tec on securing a £16.5m venture capital investment from the Business Growth Fund. The investment aims to support Twenty7tec’s growth strategy through new product development, recruitment, and potential M&A opportunities. Specialising in financial advisory platforms, the company serves major clients such as Barclays and Aviva. Angela Williams, formerly with British Airways and Centrica, will join the board as non-executive chair to refine growth strategies. FRP’s Clive Hatchard praised Twenty7tec’s innovative approach, while CEO James Tucker expressed excitement about the partnership and future expansion plans. This marks FRP's fourth advisory role for the company.