
We are delighted to welcome TaxAssist Accountants as a Gold Sponsor of the SME National Business Awards.
As one of the UK’s leading accountancy networks dedicated to supporting small businesses, TaxAssist Accountants is committed to helping SMEs thrive through expert financial guidance and trusted business advice. Their sponsorship of the awards reflects their ongoing dedication to recognising and celebrating the achievements of the UK’s vibrant SME community.
TaxAssist Accountants will proudly sponsor the Business of the Year (Less Than 50 Employees) category, one of the most prestigious awards of the evening.
This award celebrates outstanding small businesses that have demonstrated exceptional performance, sustainable growth, strong leadership, and a commitment to delivering excellence for their customers, employees, and wider communities. It recognises the vital contribution that smaller businesses make to the UK economy and highlights those setting the benchmark within their industries.
Welcoming TaxAssist Accountants’ Judging Panel
We are also pleased to welcome two experienced business leaders from TaxAssist Accountants to the judging panel for this year’s awards:
- Karl Gessner – Group Director of Practices
- Mike Stead – Managing Director
Karl and Mike bring extensive experience in supporting and advising SMEs across a wide range of sectors. Their knowledge of business growth, financial management, and operational excellence will provide valuable insight throughout the judging process, helping to identify and celebrate the UK’s most outstanding small businesses.
About TaxAssist Accountants
TaxAssist Accountants is the UK’s largest network specialising in delivering a suite of accounting, tax and advisory services to business owners, self-employed professionals, and personal taxpayers.

