Trust

Client Stories From Businesses We've Helped Support, Strengthen and Grow


Helping Business Owners Feel More Confident, In Control and Better Prepared for the Future

At Wood & Disney, we help established owner-managed businesses across Colchester, Essex and the UK strengthen financial control, improve profitability, build resilience and make better long-term decisions.


The stories and feedback below reflect the experiences of real clients who have trusted us to support their businesses, finances and future plans.

Our Advice is Good or Excellent

Improved Financial Resilience

Feel confident about the future

Improved Profitability

Wood & Disney Client Impact Survey Results April 2026

"I would not have had the success in business, had I not had the support from Wood & Disney"

Kevin Barber, Anglian Flight Centres Ltd.

Sector: Aviation


Behind every statistic is a business owner navigating real pressures, decisions and responsibilities.

The stories below reflect the experiences of real clients who have trusted us to support their businesses, finances and future plans.

From Financial Pressure to Greater Confidence and Control

The Situation:

JSC Group had been established for 15 years and was facing financial pressure, uncertainty and limited strategic financial support. Lockdown intensified those challenges and made clear that the business needed more regular financial visibility, stronger planning and better decision support.

What Changed:

Working with Wood & Disney introduced:

  • Regular management meetings
  • Strategic financial guidance
  • Improved cash reserve planning
  • Confidence in decision making
  • Software modernisation
  • Transition from partnership to limited company

The Result:


The business gained stronger financial control, clearer strategic direction, improved resilience during difficult trading conditions and a trusted advisory relationship.

“The real measure is not the cost — it’s the money you save and the confidence you gain.”

Olly Pittman, JSC Group Ltd

Wholesale, Manufacturing and Interior Design

The Difference Clients Say They Feel

Client feedback consistently points to three outcomes: greater control, stronger business performance and more confidence about the future.

Control - visibility

"Switching from our old accountants to Wood and Disney was the equivalent of working in the dark to turning the light on"

Rory Ling

Redhead Couriers Ltd.

Sector: Logistics

Confidence - control

"Working with Wood and Disney simply gives me confidence."

Nicholas Harvey

Sirius Casting Agency Ltd.

Sector: Performing Arts and Entertainment

".. removed all of the potential concerns I might have in dealing with financial matters"

Frank O'Malley

From Advisory Ltd.

Sector: Professional Services

"Vast difference to my previous accountants. I can trust you and contact you whenever needed."

Andy Skinner

AMS Business Consultants Ltd.

Sector: Professional Services

"They have helped us to focus on future-proofing the business and putting the necessary personnel in place"

Deborah Atkins

Abacus Shutters Ltd.

Sector: Manufacturing

"Accurate signposting of trends, leading to better forward planning."

Rory Ling

Redhead Couriers Ltd.

Sector: Logistics

"Switching from our old accountants to Wood and Disney was the equivalent of working in the dark to turning the light on"

Rory Ling

Redhead Couriers Ltd.

Sector: Logistics

"Working with Wood and Disney simply gives me confidence."

Nicholas Harvey

Sirius Casting Agency Ltd.

Sector: Performing Arts and Entertainment

“My only regret is that it took so long to find them.”


A Team Clients Know They Can Rely On

Clients regularly tell us that one of the biggest differences at Wood & Disney is knowing there is always someone available who understands their business and genuinely wants to help.



For many owner-managed businesses, that matters. They are not only looking for accounts and tax returns. They want people they can trust, contact and talk to when decisions need to be made.

"Strong advisory relationships are built on trust, responsiveness and understanding"

Peter and Brendon - Accountancy Excellence Awards 2025

"Peter and Brendon are exceptional at what they do."

Katie Skingle

KAT Marketing Ltd.

Sector: Marketing, Advertising, and Communications

Becca Dodd

Becca: "She has actively called to check how things are running for us and offered help even when we haven't asked for it."

Nicky Schofield

Smart Dojos Limited

Sector: Sports

Laura, Becca and Virginia

Laura, Virginia & Becca: "They all have their areas of expertise and are just amazing. Becca is my spreadsheet goddess."

Nicholas Harvey

Sirius Casting Agency Limited

Sector: Performing Arts and Entertainment

Veronica & Laura: "They all understand me and know when to push me"

Kevin Barber

Anglian Flight Centres Ltd.

Sector: Aviation

Peter: "Wouldn’t want anybody else to be our accountant!"

Bryan Atkins

Abacus Shutters Ltd.

Sector: Construction and Manufacturing

Laura and Tracey: "Always willing to help with any problem"

Anonymous Client

Sector: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

Brendon: "... been extremely patient in helping me understand the finances better"

Jemma Garrett

Flawless Soil Testing Limited

Sector: Scientific, Technical Testing and Analysis

"Peter and Brendon are exceptional at what they do."

Katie Skingle

KAT Marketing Ltd.

Sector: Marketing, Advertising, and Communications

Becca: "She has actively called to check how things are running for us and offered help even when we haven't asked for it."

Nicky Schofield

Smart Dojos Limited

Sector: Sports

Meet the Team

Trusted by Owner-Managed Businesses Across Different Sectors

Wood & Disney supports established owner-managed businesses across Colchester, Essex, London and the wider UK with strategic accounting, business advisory and long-term financial planning support.

Our clients include businesses in:

Construction, engineering, manufacturing, consultancy, creative industries, professional services, property, logistics, aviation, sport, entertainment and specialist trades.

Our 2026 Client Impact Survey also showed that 84% of respondents reported improved wellbeing in running their business, and 80% had already recommended us or were very likely to do so.

Members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales ICAEW
Winner of the Accountancy Excellence Awards 2024 - Client Service Award

Peter Disney -Top 10 Global Business Advisor


Helm’s global ranking of independent accountancy and advisory firms, 2022.


Looking For Greater Financial Clarity and Long-Term Direction?

If you are running an established business and want clearer financial visibility, strategic support and greater confidence in future planning, we would be happy to have an initial conversation.

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