Author

Kirsty McGregor

Kirsty McGregor is the Founder of The Corporate Finance Network and Accountant-in-Residence at Capitalise. A chartered accountant and award-winning SME Corporate Financier, Kirsty is also a speaker, trainer, and frequent media commentator, and was named Accounting International Personality of the Year in 2021.

Kirsty McGregor

As Founder of the CFN, Kirsty supports independent accountancy firms across the UK in delivering expert corporate finance services to small businesses. A chartered accountant and award-winning SME Corporate Financier, she is also a speaker, professional trainer and is regularly called upon to provide commentary on SME issues to the press and media.

Professional experience

  • Founder & Chairman, The Corporate Finance Network (2007 – Present)

  • CPD Trainer (specialising in Corporate Finance for OMBs) (2004 – Present)

  • CEO & Co-Founder, Real Surv (2012 – 2014)

  • Head of Corporate Finance, Champion Chartered Accountants (2000 – 2003)

  • Corporate Finance Manager, Rennie Evans Chartered Accountants (1999 – 2000)

  • Corporate Finance Manager, Levy Gee Chartered Accountants (1997 – 1999)

Education

  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales – BPP University (1992 – 1996)

  • Foundation Degree in Accounting & Finance, Manchester Polytechnic (now Manchester Metropolitan University) (1991 – 1992)

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