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Accounting firm WR Partners has promoted Claire Smith and Chris Speakman to its partnership team as partners, effective 1 April 2024.
In joining the partnership team, Smith and Speakman, will contribute to “shaping the strategic direction of the business as well as delivering exceptional service to our clients”.
Smith has over a decade of experience in the industry and has proven herself as a “trusted advisor and a pillar of the firm’s success”.
Meanwhile, based in Cheshire, Speakman has over 20 years of experience in developing a team with the capability and capacity to scale. In his new role Speakman will be responsible to drive the business forward, adding value and commercial guidance to the group’s clients.
According to WR Partners, with Speakman promoted to partnership and the relocation of its Nantwich office, the partnership highlights its commitment to supporting more businesses across Cheshire, improving the client experience and developing our comprehensive Audit services.
Over the past few years, WR Partners has made strategic investments in client service, IT, and its people.
Smith said: “I am thrilled to have been promoted to Partner. WR Partners has always been the most wonderful place to work, and I am excited to join a distinguished team of Partners and take the business forward.”
Speakman added: “I’m thrilled to have been invited to become a partner at WR Partners. This milestone is not just a personal achievement, but a testament to the collective wisdom and guidance I’ve received throughout my career.”










