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Two small business finance experts share their top tips for mastering cash flow and managing business finances.

I&apos;m a <a href=&apos;https://danmartinuk.com/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>freelance journalist and event host</a> who helps small businesses and the organisations that support them. I&apos;m also Enterprise Nation&apos;s news reporter and Bristol Local Leader.
I have 20 years of experience as a small business journalist having interviewed hundreds of entrepreneurs from famous names like Sir Richard Branson and Deborah Meaden to the founders behind brand new start-ups.
I&apos;ve worked for a range of leading small business publications and support groups, most recently as head of content at Enterprise Nation where I was responsible for the prolific output of content on the company&apos;s blog and social media. I now freelance for Enterprise Nation as the website&apos;s <a href=&apos;https://www.enterprisenation.com/business-news&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>news reporter</a> and as the host of the <a href=&apos;https://www.enterprisenation.com/podcast&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Small Business sessions podcast</a>.
I&apos;m based in Bristol where I run and host regular events with the local small business community in my role as Enterprise Nation&apos;s Local Leader for Bristol. I also have strong connections with other major business organisations in the south west region.
In total, I&apos;ve hosted over 100 events including conferences with an audience of hundreds for international brands like Xero and Facebook and live web chats from inside 10 Downing Street.
With my partner, I co-run <a href=&apos;https://www.lifestyledistrict.co.uk/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Lifestyle District</a>, a lifestyle blog focused on culture, art, theatre and photography.

Freelance content creator & event host

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I am a Chartered Accountant, having earned a respected reputation in the field of accounting, with more than 19 years of experience in working with small and medium-sized enterprises. Having worked with business owners ranging from one-man start-ups to large companies requiring a different level of services, I have developed a passion for the profession and I am driven by the success of my clients. I have spent many years in business working at boardroom level, holding various positions before being motivated to start my own practice, Makesworth Accountants, where I have blended my technical skills in accounting and tax with my business skills derived from my time in the industry. I have embraced the changing times and technologies and strongly agree that accountants are moving from being number crunchers to being reliable and trusted advisors. Throughout this process, Makesworth has been able to secure various affiliations and awards.
My objective is to add value to my clients’ businesses through the application of my extensive experience and knowledge in accounting, tax, HMRC investigations, business start-ups, and much more.
You can expect us to provide expert solutions for your business needs no matter what business model you have. You will receive a cost-effective service and a free initial consultation.

Chartered Accountant

Accountancy, Taxation and Business Advisory

Accountancy, Taxation and Business Advisory Services in the UK

Welcome and thank you for stopping by.
I am a Fellow Chartered Accountant and have been supporting clients since 2003. I am also a member of the ICAEW (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales).
Our mission is to help create successful business owners. Whatever success looks like for you we will listen and work with you every step of the way.
We offer three core service lines:
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<li>Accounting and tax</li>
<li>Virtual Finance Director</li>
<li>Funding: equity, loans, grants and savings</li>
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We believe in building long-lasting relationships with our clients and our USP is our relationship based business model. We pride ourselves on being approachable, responsive, and proactive in everything we do. By establishing a solid relationship, we can provide the best possible service and advice that is tailored to each client&apos;s specific situation.
We have years of experience and a team of qualified and highly skilled professionals who are dedicated to serving as your trusted partner for all your financial needs. We strive to bring you financial peace of mind and the freedom to concentrate on what matters most to you.
We are based in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire and support clients UK wide.
If you would like further details on our services, please message or connect with me, or visit my website at <a href=&apos;http://www.neameandco.co.uk/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>www.neameandco.co.uk</a>

Owner 

Accounting 

We specialise in working with professional services clients all over the UK. We offer a full range accounting, payroll, bookkeeping and tax services and we exclusively use Xero as our accounting software because it is cloud based and ideal for our clients needs. 

To find out more check us out online: https://neameandco.co.uk/services/

Jennifer Countess von Walderdorff is an accomplished and multifaceted professional with a diverse background encompassing fashion merchandise planning, financial management, authorship, public speaking on diversity and inclusion, and a strong commitment to sustainability.
Jennifer&apos;s mission is to help people become conscious shoppers, and empower consumers with information or data that can help steer their decisions for more sustainable buys which are also purse-friendly. Jennifer believes that together, we can ultimately slow fashion down and reduce the rate at which pile-ups occur throughout the world of non-biodegradable clothing.
Growing up in the vibrant neighbourhood of Southeast London, Jennifer&apos;s passion for fashion and her aptitude for mathematics have always coexisted harmoniously. Jennifer’s distinctive sense of style is enriched by the cultural influences of her Nigerian heritage, passed down by her parents.
While pursuing a degree in Medical Biology at Brunel University, Jennifer&apos;s passion for writing began to flourish. After graduating, she embarked on a career in freelance writing, while simultaneously transitioning into the dynamic world of Fashion Retail Merchandise Planning, where her analytical skills and fashion flair converged.
In early 2016, Jennifer decided to venture to Italy to make her mark in the fashion industry, where she stayed for three transformative months. During her time there, she authored her book, &quot;Look at the Labels&apos;&apos;. This book has been developed over her entire career and has been written to educate and empower consumers to make better choices when shopping. It has been ‘labelled’ as the ultimate cheat sheet to personal styling and shopping and reflects her mission towards conscious consumption.
It was during this pivotal period that Jennifer was recruited by Zalando, Europe&apos;s largest online fashion retailer, expanding her expertise into analytics and financial management. Here, Jennifer was able to combine her love of fashion, with activism and has become a leading voice in inclusion and equality in the industry, even leading a panel discussing ‘Racism in the Fashion Industry’.
Jennifer&apos;s influence extends beyond her professional roles as an author, fashion specialist, and speaker. She has leveraged her reach as a fashion influencer on social media and is often a guest at several London Fashion Week shows and programs. Jennifer also serves as an ambassador for the German Clothing Foundation, furthering her commitment to positive change in the industry. Jennifer has been featured in key publications including Woman, The Guardian, Metro, Off the Hangar and Yes She Can Podcast.
Jennifer has 6 siblings, all of whom have been an inspiration to her, and who have provided a strong support system, which Jennifer believes is a key ingredient to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Jennifer credits her parents and family for instilling values that she utilizes within her own life and family. Jennifer is married to Count Max von Walderdorff, whom she met when she moved to Germany and they have a young son together.

Sustainable Fashion Consultant Speaker and Author

Jennifer von Walderdorff

Jennifer Countess von Walderdorff is an accomplished and multifaceted professional with a diverse background encompassing fashion merchandise planning, financial management, authorship, public speaking on diversity and inclusion, and a strong commitment to sustainability.
Jennifer&apos;s mission is to help people become conscious shoppers, and empower consumers with information or data that can help steer their decisions for more sustainable buys which

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