Sean Farnell is a Partner at Burgis & Bullock Chartered Accountants, specialising in client services and business growth for owner-managed businesses. With over 30 years of experience, Sean has been instrumental in providing strategic business advice, profit growth support, and systems and process improvements to a diverse portfolio of clients, including SMEs, family-owned businesses, and larger corporations.

Sean's expertise spans various industries such as engineering, software and technology, land property and construction, education, and the care sector. His commitment to excellence and innovative approach have earned him recognition, including the CEO Today UK Awards in 2023.

Sean was the SME and Access to Finance lead Director of the Coventry and Warwickshire Local Enterprise Partnership (CWLEP) and is a current director of Coventry & Warwickshire Reinvestment Trust (CWRT) and Growth Hub Business Solutions.

Sean's contributions to the local business community are complemented by his role as a sought-after speaker, where he shares practical strategies on navigating financial frameworks, securing funding, and achieving sustainable success. His insights are invaluable to businesses at all stages of their lifecycle, from inception to growth and beyond.

Outside of his professional life, Sean is a passionate cook, a beagle enthusiast, and a devoted supporter of the Leicester Tigers Rugby team. He also enjoys spending time at his house in Provence.

As CEO of ImagePlus, Tashlien is a dynamic IT leader known for her results-oriented approach and extensive experience across both public and private sectors. With over 20 years in the industry, she excels in strategic development and operational leadership, consistently driving business growth, optimising operations, and delivering exceptional client value.

Tashlien's ability to build and lead high-performance teams, combined with her deep technological understanding, gives her a unique strategic edge. She's a passionate collaborator and technology enthusiast, always seeking innovative solutions to achieve outstanding business outcomes.

Beyond her professional achievements, Tashlien brings the same energy to her personal pursuits. She cherishes her time travelling the world with her family, embracing new experiences. Fitness is also a significant part of her life, keeping her energised and focused for both her professional and personal endeavours, reflecting her belief in a balanced approach to life and work.

Craig has a wealth of experience working across both private and public sectors, with a career spanning more than 30 years.

His role as Leader of Rugby Borough Council was extended in 2010 when he became the first Executive Leader in the country. Praised for his strong and progressive leadership by the Prime Minister and Secretary of State, Craig is now at the forefront of the growth agenda within Coventry and Warwickshire.

Recognising the need for businesses to have a single point of contact for support, he instigated the nationally recognised model of account management alongside robust data to assist decision making across the sub-region.

Out of hours, Craig raises funds for The Motor Neurone Disease Association and likes nothing more than spending a few hours trying to manoeuvre a golf ball around Lutterworth Golf Club in as few shots as possible.

Adam is a qualified accountant with more than 30 years' financial management experience, working his way up from trainee to the CEO of Rugby Borough Council, working as a Strategic Finance Manager at Northamptonshire County Council along the way.

Adam has been responsible for leading a whole host of major transformational projects and has cultivated successful relationships across the public, private and voluntary sectors throughout his career.

Outside of work, Adam enjoys socialising, is a keen quizzer and loves a wide variety of sports, especially football, rugby, cricket and golf.