Chesterfield Champions business round-up: Strategic growth and investment across the region
Chesterfield’s business community continues to demonstrate strength, adaptability, and ambition. In this latest round-up, three Chesterfield Champions share major developments in corporate finance, legal services, and purpose-driven leadership.
Shorts Accountants played a pivotal role in a major international acquisition, advising Derbyshire-based Humphreys Holdings Ltd, trading as We Print Lanyards, on its sale to global packaging and label leader CCL Industries Inc. The deal marks significant inward investment into the East Midlands and highlights the strategic value of local SMEs to global brands.
Andy Ryder, Corporate Finance Partner at Shorts, commented: “It has been a pleasure for the Shorts team to advise the shareholders on this transaction. It represents exciting inward investment into the region, and we look forward to seeing the business flourish with the support of Avery/CCL.”
Banner Jones Solicitors has strengthened its Private Client division with six key appointments across its Sheffield and Chesterfield offices. The expansion includes experienced solicitors, will writers, and paralegals, enhancing the firm’s capacity to deliver expert guidance on Wills, Probate, LPAs, and estate planning. Kathryn Wheeldon,
Head of the Private Client Team, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Tina, Jake, Aimee, Sophie, Lucy and Savannah to the team. Each brings a wealth of experience and a genuine commitment to client care, which is at the heart of everything we do at Banner Jones.” With a growing team of 20 specialists, the firm is well-positioned to meet rising demand and deepen its regional footprint.
The Devonshire Group has welcomed Kathryn Fleming as its new Chief Financial Officer, bringing over 30 years of senior financial leadership experience to the role. Kathryn joins at a time of continued growth and purpose-led transformation for the Group, which spans heritage, hospitality, property, conservation and charitable activity across the UK and Ireland.
“The Devonshire Group is an interconnected ecosystem – every business, estate and initiative is united by a shared set of values and a long-term vision,” said Kathryn. “My job is not just to protect our legacy, but actively build on it in a sustainable, responsible and ambitious manner, with the communities we serve at heart.”
Stephen Vickers, Chief Executive of the Devonshire Group, added: “We are delighted to welcome Kathryn to the team. She combines exceptional financial leadership with a deep appreciation of the Devonshire Group’s vision and values.”
Chesterfield Champions is a network of businesses and organisations working together to promote Chesterfield as a great place to live, work, visit, and invest. Champions benefit from increased visibility, networking opportunities, and the chance to be part of a shared vision for the town’s future. To learn more or become a Champion, visit www.chesterfield.co.uk/chesterfield-champions
