Expo Management Limited is a dynamic and professional media company based in Leamington Spa, which provides a wide range of publishing and exhibition management services.
As a relatively small company, comprising 27 people with skills across different areas, the ability to work well together is of utmost importance, especially when the team is on site and under pressure.
This ethos of working closely together is something that Mark Griffin, Expo’s managing director, also appreciates in his relationship with Murphy Salisbury, which acts as the media company’s accountants.
“Murphy Salisbury has a close understanding of our business and has a simplified way of communicating with us,” he explains. “They talk to us in layman’s terms, instead of applying complicated financial details.”
Indeed, the two firms have a long-standing connection, which is the result of a 20-year personal relationship with one of the directors at Murphy Salisbury. The accountants take care of Expo’s Management accounts, as well as the year end audits and tax planning. They also provide advice on issues such as sales and acquisitions.
Another area where the two firms are in agreement is their strong culture of supporting personal and professional development.
While Expo prides itself on the calibre of its staff and maintaining the highest possible standards through team and individual training, Murphy Salisbury also looks to move forward by continuously seeking to develop the practice.
Just like Expo, Murphy Salisbury places a great emphasis on recruiting high quality staff with diverse skills and experience, and ensuring they undergo regular training to keep abreast of changes
in legislation and practice.
Indeed, Mr Griffin is so impressed by the team at Murphy Salisbury that he has already recommended the firm to coach companies, electrical tradesmen and private clients.
“Murphy Salisbury offers a personal level of service,” he says. “The consultant I deal with, Steve Smith, has a really close understanding of both my personal needs and those of my business. It has to operate like a partnership between us to be effective.”