Dow Schofield Watts
Our coverage on Dow Schofield Watts focuses on the strategic expansion, dealmaking activity, and advisory services delivered by this fast-growing UK-based professional services firm. Accountancy Today reports on corporate finance transactions, new office launches, leadership appointments, and the firm’s unique network model connecting experienced professionals with entrepreneurial opportunities. We analyse Dow Schofield Watts’ role in M&A, due diligence, forensic services, and private equity advisory, particularly across the North of England and the wider mid-market. Our editorial also explores the firm’s growth trajectory, regional influence, and contributions to transaction-led accountancy services. This coverage provides accountants, corporate finance advisers, and firm partners with essential insight into a dynamic player in the UK advisory landscape.
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Jul- 2025 -8 JulyAccounting Firms
DSW FY revenues jump 62% following DR Solicitors acquisition
Manchester-based DSW Capital has reported that revenues rose by a “record” 62% to £25.8m in the year to 31 March, as the firm prioritised M&A activity, productivity and its entry into the legal sector with the acquisition of DR Solicitors. The DR Solicitors deal, which was completed in November 2024,…
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Apr- 2025 -2 AprilPeople Moves
Dow Schofield Watts names Shru Morris as CEO
Business advisory group, Dow Schofield Watts, has revealed its founder James Dow is to step down from his role as CEO and be succeeded by Shru Morris. Dow will now take on a new position as executive director where he will remain actively involved in shaping the firm’s strategic direction,…
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Jan- 2025 -16 JanuaryBusiness
DSW completes £809m worth deals in 2024
In 2024, Dow Schofield Watts has facilitated more than £809m worth of deals, advising on 22 significant transactions spanning a range of sectors, including facilities management services, technology firms, food brands and more. Despite challenging market conditions, the Dow Schofield Watts team saw an influx of deals in the lead-up…
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15 JanuaryPeople Moves
Dow Schofield Watts Midlands appoints new strategic advisor
Former Dentons UK managing partner Brandon Ransley has been appointed strategic advisor to Dow Schofield Watts’ Corporate Finance team in the Midlands. Ransley brings more than two decades of leadership and management experience, and now works with a handful of regional businesses in a non-executive and advisory capacity. With extensive…
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Sep- 2024 -18 SeptemberBusiness
DSW Midlands team trebles headcount following key hires
Dow Schofield Watts (DSW) has announced that its Midlands Corporate Finance team has trebled its headcount, from three to nine, in its first year. The office’s growth has been bolstered by the addition of several key hires. Launched by Harry Walker, Fahim Kassam, and Daniel Choucino, who all joined from…
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5 SeptemberPeople Moves
Dow Schofield Watts appoints senior analyst to Cardiff corporate finance team
Dow Schofield Watts (DSW) has strengthened its Cardiff corporate finance team with the appointment of Ben Nix as senior analyst and will work across Wales and the South West. Nix joins from Advantage Accountancy and Advisory where he was an associate. His experience includes corporate finance advisory, market research and…
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Jul- 2024 -5 JulyAccounting Firms
DSW’s network revenue dips to £16m in FY24
DSW Capital, owner of the Dow Schofield Watts brand, has seen its network revenue fall 12.5% to £16m during the year ended 31 March. The company attributed this result to the continued trading challenges its licensees have experienced as a result of the SME M&A Market being subdued throughout the…
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Jun- 2024 -11 JunePeople Moves
DSW Capital appoints new deputy CEO
DSW Capital has announced that Shrutisha Morris will join the board as deputy CEO on 1 August 2024. She joins from Pick Everard, where she was CFO and responsible for working with stakeholders across the group. Previously she spent seven years at the law firm Napthens, joining as finance director…
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May- 2024 -9 MayPeople Moves
DSW promotes two in London transactions services team
Advisory firm Dow Schofield Watts (DSW) has announced two promotions in its London transactions services team. Tom Rowe has been promoted to associate director, having joined DSW in 2021 as a senior executive and Josh Davison, who joined as an executive in 2022, has been promoted to manager. The promotions…
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Apr- 2024 -9 AprilLatest News
Dow Schofield Watts appoints new director to corporate finance team
Dow Schofield Watts (DSW) has recently announced the promotion of Daniel Walker to director at its North West corporate finance team. Walker joined DSW’s corporate finance team almost seven years ago after qualifying as an accountant at KPMG. He has advised on over 25 completed corporate transactions acting for both…
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