Whitehead & Howarth Chartered Accountants welcomes new partner

Whitehead & Howarth Chartered Accountants have made a new appointment with Mark Croasdale taking on the new partners role.

Whitehead & Howarth has been in practice since 1922, and have developed a fine reputation within the surrounding area, priding themselves on close links with their clients.

Gareth Maddock, partner at Whitehead & Howarth, said: “Mark has helped with the business development of the firm for the past two years, which combined with his enthusiasm for the profession, makes him a great addition to our team.

"We operate throughout the Fylde and Lancashire area and Marks skills will be put to good use, helping us service clients throughout the county for any of their business needs.”

Mark qualified as an accountant in 2005 and has gained extensive knowledge in a variety of business sectors, he originally joined k in 2014.

He said: “I am very excited to be given this opportunity in such a well established firm such as Whitehead & Howarth."

Mark has a particular interest in the development and growth of existing owner-managed businesses. He's currently involved with the St Annes Enterprise Partnership, a group of local business owners and interested parties who together are promoting the town to attract visitors and encourage investment.

Mark is keen to use his experiences gained from his involvement from a similar initiative in the successful Leyland Town Team.  

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