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They provide a very professional service with a personal approach

We have been well supported by Pentlands during the first year of trading and I am delighted with how smoothly everything is progressing. They provide a very professional service with a personal approach

Carlota Fontaneda Bamberger, Director UK branch, Tissa Fontaneda

SUCCESS STORY – Tissa Fontaneda

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Carlota Fontaneda Bamberger

Carlota Fontaneda Bamberger Director of the UK Branch of Tissa Fontaneda

Tissa Fontaneda create timeless bags and accessories characterised by impeccable quality and longevity. Handcrafted in Spain by the world’s greatest artisans, the brand is part of the ‘slow fashion’ movement and practices ethical production. 

Carlota Fontaneda Bamberger, Director UK branch, explains how the company values the support of Pentlands as they branch out from Madrid into London.

“Since 2010, we have successfully developed our brand through our founding store in Madrid. In 2023, we began plans to expand and set up a UK business, opening a flagship store in London. Although we are experienced business owners, we were new to the UK and understand the importance of having the best team around us.

Finding the right accountants, who would provide us with a personalised relationship, was critical to us as we knew we would need help to understand UK import and export laws, taxes and accounting requirements. This is what we love about Pentlands; they are very accommodating and approachable. Jess is very kind and patient; rather than baffling us with accounting jargon, she takes time to explain requirements in a way that you understand and can relate to.

We also really value being on a fixed monthly retainer fee with Pentlands. Although we are based in London, we didn’t want to be tied into a London accountancy firm and especially did not want to pay London prices. It is reassuring to know that we can pick up the phone or send an email to Elinor or Jess knowing we are not going to be charged for the call.

We have been well supported by Pentlands during the first year of trading and I am delighted with how smoothly everything is progressing. They provide a very professional service with a personal approach.”

Objectives

Develop a personalised relationship with an accountant

Not be tied into a London accountancy firm price structure

Ongoing advice, support and guidance

Challenges

First time establishing a business in the UK

Limited understanding of UK business laws and taxes

English not our first language, requiring the need for clear communication and clarification of our understanding

Results

Patient, thoughtful and jargon-free advice and support

Streamlined set up and successful navigation of UK business accounting requirements

Accountancy and business advice on a fixed monthly retainer

CHANGING ACCOUNTANT CAN SEEM LIKE A DAUNTING TASK, BUT IT DOESN’T HAVE TO BE

Rest assured with Pentlands you are in safe hands. We will work with you to make the transition as smooth and pain free as possible. Following our simple three-step process, we take the hassle out of your hands and will do most of the work for you.

If you are thinking of switching accountant, let’s explore how we can support you to maximise your business growth potential. Take your first step and get in touch for an informal chat.