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Get to know the growing Karbon UK team
Global companies are exciting—opportunities and success unmarred by borders. Endless possibilities!
But global companies can also cause some confusion:
If you’re global, then where are you headquartered?
If you’re global, then how can I be sure you’re dedicated to serving my locale?
We get questions like this at Karbon. They’re fair questions, and here are some answers.
The majority of the Karbon team is located in either Australia, New Zealand or the US, but our geographic spread reaches across the globe, including well into Europe.
Not many people know about our dedicated and growing team based in the UK. Until now.
Meet the Karbon UK team:
The Karbon UK team L to R: Dan, Ryan, Rory, Dom, Rowan, Aaron & Saty. Joined by Karbon CEO, Mary Delaney, and Karbon Director of Performance Marketing, Tiffany Thain.
Who is Dan?
Dan is a Senior Consultant at Karbon and lives in Brighton with his fiancé and their dog Poppy.
🔥 Get to know Dan with some quick fire questions
🎬 What's your all-time favourite film?
Anchorman.
🗺 Best travel destination?
Fiji
🗣 What’s your favourite UK accent?
For story telling and joke telling, you can't beat an over-enthusiastic South East London accent.
🍻 What’s your pub recommendation?
The Ferry in Appledore, Kent. Top notch food and incredible views over the countryside. People regularly land their helicopters in the pub garden.
🇬🇧 What (or who) is the greatest ever UK export
Chicken Tikka Masala (it was actually invented in the UK)!
What does Dan do at Karbon?
Dan provides expert guidance to accountancy firms that are on a mission to become more connected, efficient and smarter.
Karbon is our rocket booster that’s allowing us to grow at 40% to 50% year‑over‑year.
Get to know the growing Karbon UK team
Global companies are exciting—opportunities and success unmarred by borders. Endless possibilities!
But global companies can also cause some confusion:
If you’re global, then where are you headquartered?
If you’re global, then how can I be sure you’re dedicated to serving my locale?
We get questions like this at Karbon. They’re fair questions, and here are some answers.
The majority of the Karbon team is located in either Australia, New Zealand or the US, but our geographic spread reaches across the globe, including well into Europe.
Not many people know about our dedicated and growing team based in the UK. Until now.
Meet the Karbon UK team:
The Karbon UK team L to R: Dan, Ryan, Rory, Dom, Rowan, Aaron & Saty. Joined by Karbon CEO, Mary Delaney, and Karbon Director of Performance Marketing, Tiffany Thain.
Who is Dan?
Dan is a Senior Consultant at Karbon and lives in Brighton with his fiancé and their dog Poppy.
🔥 Get to know Dan with some quick fire questions
🎬 What's your all-time favourite film?
Anchorman.
🗺 Best travel destination?
Fiji
🗣 What’s your favourite UK accent?
For story telling and joke telling, you can't beat an over-enthusiastic South East London accent.
🍻 What’s your pub recommendation?
The Ferry in Appledore, Kent. Top notch food and incredible views over the countryside. People regularly land their helicopters in the pub garden.
🇬🇧 What (or who) is the greatest ever UK export
Chicken Tikka Masala (it was actually invented in the UK)!
What does Dan do at Karbon?
Dan provides expert guidance to accountancy firms that are on a mission to become more connected, efficient and smarter.
With a deep understanding of Karbon's suite of tools and solutions, he works closely with firms to identify areas for firm improvement, develop and implement strategies for growth, optimise workflows and processes, and enable insight reporting to maximise performance and profitability.
He has helped firms of all sizes (including those with 1-200+ staff) start their Karbon journey and would love to speak with you about your practice needs.
Dan and Aaron representing Karbon at Accountex London 2023
What’s Dan’s advice for those looking for a practice management solution?
"There's no better time to address practice inefficiencies than the present. The longer firms wait, the longer it takes to progress. What is the cost of no change?”
The Chain Locker, Falmouth. Great location on the harbour front and a great selection of Cornish beers and ciders. Heaven!
🇬🇧 What (or who) is the greatest ever UK export
Chelsea FC.
What does Rory do at Karbon?
Rory is passionate about empowering practices of all sizes to become more connected, efficient, and deliver exceptional client service. Whether you’re just exploring software options or looking to take your practice to the next level, he’d love to speak with you about how Karbon can help.
Rory providing a Karbon demo at Accountex London 2023
Saty is passionate about helping accounting firms optimise their performance and achieve their business objectives. With his in-depth knowledge of the industry and Karbon, he is committed to providing our clients with tailored solutions that meet their unique needs.
When he’s not working with clients, Saty enjoys spending time with his wife and family in London, playing sports and exploring new destinations.
What’s Saty’s advice for those considering Karbon?
“Let’s embrace the process of continuous improvement and let Karbon be your trusted partner along the way.”
🔥 Get to know Rowan with some quick fire questions
🎬 What's your all-time favourite film?
Forrest Gump.
🗺 Best travel destination?
Ibiza.
🗣 What’s your favourite UK accent?
Yorkshire.
🍻 What’s your pub recommendation?
Fat Cat Brewery Tap in Norwich—the clue is in the name.
🇬🇧 What (or who) is the greatest ever UK export
Football, obviously!
Some background on Rowan:
Rowan is an ACCA qualified accountant and has worked in multiple UK accounting firms.
He is most proud of his work at PJCO Chartered Certified Accountants where he managed internal and client-facing digital transformation projects, including implementing Karbon, managing the conversion of clients to QuickBooks Online in preparation for MTD for VAT, and ensuring the firm had the highest rated QuickBooks Online advisors in the UK.
This culminated in the firm being awarded QuickBooks UK Firm of the Future.
A Zapier certified expert, Rowan is passionate about using technology to improve systems and processes for accountants.
What does Rowan do at Karbon?
His role at Karbon includes supporting firms with implementation, as well as assisting the sales and customer teams as a technical expert in the product, API and integrations.
What’s Rowan’s advice for those considering Karbon?
“Karbon is the ideal practice management tool for firms looking to embrace better ways of working to drive enhanced results through a successful balance of people, process and technology.”
🔥 Get to know Ryan with some quick fire questions
🎬 What's your all-time favourite film?
I love movies and I could talk about them for hours with someone. Movies have the unique ability to transport us to different worlds and evoke a range of emotions.
When it comes to great films, the two names that consistently come up are: Leonardo DiCaprio and Hans Zimmer. From the haunting melodies of Interstellar to the pulsing beats of The Dark Knight and unforgettable turns in blockbusters like Inception.
🗺 Best travel destination?
I love travelling and living in Australia was a dream come true for me. From the beautiful beaches to the laid-back lifestyle, there's something truly special about this country.
I loved spending my weekends exploring the oddly named towns like Wagga Wagga and Wonglepong, hiking in the Blue Mountains, and trying all the delicious food the country has to offer (one of my favourite food places is Thanon Khao San Thai in Sydney).
Some background on Ryan
Ryan is a Customer Success Manager with experience in SaaS solutions in accountancy as well as the IT Industry. Ryan prides himself on his passion for helping others find success and get the most out of the products or services they use.
What does Ryan do at Karbon?
With a passion for problem solving, Ryan leverages his experience to deliver valuable insights and advice to customers. With a highly customer-focused approach to work, Ryan is always looking for new opportunities to help customers learn and grow.
🔥 Get to know Aaron with some quick fire questions
🎬 What's your all-time favourite film?
Alien.
🗣 What’s your favourite UK accent?
Mine.
🍻 What’s your pub recommendation?
Wetherspoons—it's the backbone of Britain.
🇬🇧 What (or who) is the greatest ever UK export
British Common Law.
Some background on Aaron
Aaron is not an accountant, but an expert in software and its deployment. After all, you don't buy your tools from your mechanic; you buy them from an expert in tools.
It's the same for accountants looking for a practice management solution. You don't need us to teach you how to process a tax return. You need a hassle-free and straightforward approach to onboarding new technology for your business.
This is exactly what you get with Aaron: a jargon-free straight shooter who takes the time to understand you. With hundreds of successful implementations under his belt, you know you're in expert hands.
What’s Aaron’s advice?
"Stop overcomplicating it."
🔥 Get to know Dom with some quick fire questions
🎬 What's your all-time favourite film?
Goodfellas.
🗺 Best travel destination?
Australia.
🗣 What’s your favourite UK accent?
Scouse.
🍻What’s your pub recommendation?
Navigation Inn, Yardley Gobion. Great food and atmosphere, lovely big beer garden and view of the local canal.
🇬🇧 What (or who) is the greatest ever UK export
The Beatles.
Some background on Dom
Previously an accountant, Dom has combined his knowledge of the industry with best-of-breed software applications to help guide firms of all sizes through digital transformation and change management projects.
Dom’s advice for those considering Karbon?
“Karbon is a powerful tool in the right hands. With the right application it can become an effective solution to many of your critical pain points as you look to either scale your firm or improve upon your client satisfaction scores. Be prepared to embrace technology with an open mind and appoint somebody in your firm to be responsible for the continuous improvement of your practice efficiency and operations.”
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With a deep understanding of Karbon's suite of tools and solutions, he works closely with firms to identify areas for firm improvement, develop and implement strategies for growth, optimise workflows and processes, and enable insight reporting to maximise performance and profitability.
He has helped firms of all sizes (including those with 1-200+ staff) start their Karbon journey and would love to speak with you about your practice needs.
Dan and Aaron representing Karbon at Accountex London 2023
What’s Dan’s advice for those looking for a practice management solution?
"There's no better time to address practice inefficiencies than the present. The longer firms wait, the longer it takes to progress. What is the cost of no change?”
The Chain Locker, Falmouth. Great location on the harbour front and a great selection of Cornish beers and ciders. Heaven!
🇬🇧 What (or who) is the greatest ever UK export
Chelsea FC.
What does Rory do at Karbon?
Rory is passionate about empowering practices of all sizes to become more connected, efficient, and deliver exceptional client service. Whether you’re just exploring software options or looking to take your practice to the next level, he’d love to speak with you about how Karbon can help.
Rory providing a Karbon demo at Accountex London 2023
Saty is passionate about helping accounting firms optimise their performance and achieve their business objectives. With his in-depth knowledge of the industry and Karbon, he is committed to providing our clients with tailored solutions that meet their unique needs.
When he’s not working with clients, Saty enjoys spending time with his wife and family in London, playing sports and exploring new destinations.
What’s Saty’s advice for those considering Karbon?
“Let’s embrace the process of continuous improvement and let Karbon be your trusted partner along the way.”
🔥 Get to know Rowan with some quick fire questions
🎬 What's your all-time favourite film?
Forrest Gump.
🗺 Best travel destination?
Ibiza.
🗣 What’s your favourite UK accent?
Yorkshire.
🍻 What’s your pub recommendation?
Fat Cat Brewery Tap in Norwich—the clue is in the name.
🇬🇧 What (or who) is the greatest ever UK export
Football, obviously!
Some background on Rowan:
Rowan is an ACCA qualified accountant and has worked in multiple UK accounting firms.
He is most proud of his work at PJCO Chartered Certified Accountants where he managed internal and client-facing digital transformation projects, including implementing Karbon, managing the conversion of clients to QuickBooks Online in preparation for MTD for VAT, and ensuring the firm had the highest rated QuickBooks Online advisors in the UK.
This culminated in the firm being awarded QuickBooks UK Firm of the Future.
A Zapier certified expert, Rowan is passionate about using technology to improve systems and processes for accountants.
What does Rowan do at Karbon?
His role at Karbon includes supporting firms with implementation, as well as assisting the sales and customer teams as a technical expert in the product, API and integrations.
What’s Rowan’s advice for those considering Karbon?
“Karbon is the ideal practice management tool for firms looking to embrace better ways of working to drive enhanced results through a successful balance of people, process and technology.”
🔥 Get to know Ryan with some quick fire questions
🎬 What's your all-time favourite film?
I love movies and I could talk about them for hours with someone. Movies have the unique ability to transport us to different worlds and evoke a range of emotions.
When it comes to great films, the two names that consistently come up are: Leonardo DiCaprio and Hans Zimmer. From the haunting melodies of Interstellar to the pulsing beats of The Dark Knight and unforgettable turns in blockbusters like Inception.
🗺 Best travel destination?
I love travelling and living in Australia was a dream come true for me. From the beautiful beaches to the laid-back lifestyle, there's something truly special about this country.
I loved spending my weekends exploring the oddly named towns like Wagga Wagga and Wonglepong, hiking in the Blue Mountains, and trying all the delicious food the country has to offer (one of my favourite food places is Thanon Khao San Thai in Sydney).
Some background on Ryan
Ryan is a Customer Success Manager with experience in SaaS solutions in accountancy as well as the IT Industry. Ryan prides himself on his passion for helping others find success and get the most out of the products or services they use.
What does Ryan do at Karbon?
With a passion for problem solving, Ryan leverages his experience to deliver valuable insights and advice to customers. With a highly customer-focused approach to work, Ryan is always looking for new opportunities to help customers learn and grow.
🔥 Get to know Aaron with some quick fire questions
🎬 What's your all-time favourite film?
Alien.
🗣 What’s your favourite UK accent?
Mine.
🍻 What’s your pub recommendation?
Wetherspoons—it's the backbone of Britain.
🇬🇧 What (or who) is the greatest ever UK export
British Common Law.
Some background on Aaron
Aaron is not an accountant, but an expert in software and its deployment. After all, you don't buy your tools from your mechanic; you buy them from an expert in tools.
It's the same for accountants looking for a practice management solution. You don't need us to teach you how to process a tax return. You need a hassle-free and straightforward approach to onboarding new technology for your business.
This is exactly what you get with Aaron: a jargon-free straight shooter who takes the time to understand you. With hundreds of successful implementations under his belt, you know you're in expert hands.
What’s Aaron’s advice?
"Stop overcomplicating it."
🔥 Get to know Dom with some quick fire questions
🎬 What's your all-time favourite film?
Goodfellas.
🗺 Best travel destination?
Australia.
🗣 What’s your favourite UK accent?
Scouse.
🍻What’s your pub recommendation?
Navigation Inn, Yardley Gobion. Great food and atmosphere, lovely big beer garden and view of the local canal.
🇬🇧 What (or who) is the greatest ever UK export
The Beatles.
Some background on Dom
Previously an accountant, Dom has combined his knowledge of the industry with best-of-breed software applications to help guide firms of all sizes through digital transformation and change management projects.
Dom’s advice for those considering Karbon?
“Karbon is a powerful tool in the right hands. With the right application it can become an effective solution to many of your critical pain points as you look to either scale your firm or improve upon your client satisfaction scores. Be prepared to embrace technology with an open mind and appoint somebody in your firm to be responsible for the continuous improvement of your practice efficiency and operations.”
Some of the Karbon team share their most inspiring and thought-provoking advice—from embracing discomfort to trusting yourself (and everything in between).
Some of the Karbon team share their most inspiring and thought-provoking advice—from embracing discomfort to trusting yourself (and everything in between).
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