FCA qualified, Richard qualified in 1986 and started his own practice in 2004, which has now developed into Wesley Cooper Ltd. Richard has extensive experience in dealing with small and medium size businesses and offers practical advice and support resulting in long associations with many of his clients. Richard has been a keen sportsman, playing rugby and football, although now limited to more of a spectator role. Simon has a degree in Maths and Management, and is ATT qualified. Simon has 17 years of tax experience having trained in a top 30 firm. He started his own tax consultancy business over 12 years ago and brought this into Wesley Cooper in 2012. He has extensive experience in dealing with tax planning for small businesses. He is married with three daughters and when he gets some spare time he enjoys golf, movies and going to the theatre.