Azets is a UK top 10 accountancy and advisory firm, supporting the North East from three offices in Newcastle, Durham and the Tees Valley.

With more than 300 colleagues and 17 partners in the region, we work with businesses and individuals to help them achieve their goals – whether that’s growing a business, planning for the future or navigating change with confidence.

Our focus is on supporting the ambitions of our clients, the people behind them and the communities in which we live and work. At the same time, being part of an international group gives us the reach to support clients wherever they operate, with over 4,000
colleagues in the UK our local team are supported by deep specialists and sector expertise. Globally, our network enables us to support our clients in over 113 countries with over 48,000 professionals.

By combining local knowledge with specialist expertise, and using progressive technology, we provide trusted, practical advice that helps our clients move forward and build long-term confidence.

We support our clients at every stage - whether they are starting out, growing, investing or preparing for the next chapter. Our local teams are passionate about what they do and are backed by national specialists to help navigate challenges and unlock new
opportunities.

In today’s climate of economic uncertainty, many organisations and individuals are facing difficult decisions. Pressures such as rising costs, changing regulations and shifting consumer behaviour are having a real impact.

That’s why many are turning to trusted advisers like Azets for clear, practical guidance – helping them make informed decisions and plan with confidence.

Ian Beaumont, Regional Senior Partner in the North East & Yorkshire for Azets, said: “I was honoured to join the judging panel for the North East Business Awards. It was incredibly encouraging to see the diversity of businesses across our region, as well as
the innovation, commitment, resilience and entrepreneurial spirit shown by so many people. The awards showcase the exciting variety of talent and breadth of expertise that exists in the region and hence our desire to play a part not only in helping those
businesses grow but also showcasing them on a national platform.

“As we celebrate this year’s winners, I want to offer my thanks to everyone who has taken part. You continue to demonstrate what makes the North East such a fantastic place to live, work and build a future.”