The Made in the Midlands business network has formed a strategic partnership with Baker Tilly — the leading group of chartered accountants and business advisers — to help its members with business solutions and financial advice.

Made in the Midlands chief operations officer Charles Addison (pictured, second right) said: “We’re delighted to welcome Baker Tilly on board. They will be able to advise our members, supporting them with things like financial forecasting, cash management and tax and VAT planning. Their expertise will help to save time and money, but — most importantly — it will relieve some of the stresses that financial forecasting can bring’.”

Mark Evans (right), a partner at Baker Tilly’s Telford office, said: “The Midlands is highly regarded for its engineering innovation and expertise. Made in the Midlands seeks to enhance this reputation by promoting excellence in the region, helping local businesses prosper by accessing new opportunities and providing forums for the sharing of ideas.

“Baker Tilly is pleased to support Midlands manufacturing by helping these businesses with their financial and strategic planning, to allow them to concentrate on innovation and growth with the confidence that having a robust financial plan provides.”