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Media Release ~ 24th March 2009
Forsythes expands through merger
Newcastle business services firm, Forsythes, are strengthening their position in the Financial Services market by announcing a merger with Maher Ebrill Mclean effective 30th March 2009. As a part of the strategic move Maher Ebrill Mclean will trade under the Forsythes name.
“Tony Maher, Mark McLean and their staff bring a wealth of experience and expertise and represent a tremendous opportunity to further enhance the Forsythes’ reputation in the accounting and financial services market. We warmly welcome them to the Forsythes family,” said Forsythes CEO, Mr Paul Hankinson.
Tony and Mark with staff members Judy Weston and Tania Burton, will relocate to Forsythes head office in Scott Street Newcastle and join the Forsythes Accounting Division.
Along with current partner Bill Tonkin and newly appointed directors Bruce Heathcote and Kellie Wright, Tony and Mark will form the new senior management team of Forsythes Accounting.
“We welcome and congratulate Bruce and Kellie on their promotions and believe that the collective strength and leadership of this senior management team, represents a competitive advantage that can only be of benefit as we seek to provide professional and timely service to clients,” said Forsythes Accounting Partner, Bill Tonkin.
Commenting on the merger Mr Maher said “Our valued clients will not only be serviced by the same professional Maher Ebrill McLean team but benefit from the backup in personnel and professional services that Forsythes can offer”.
Forsythes are a local firm with an established record of over 50 years of service to clients throughout Australia. The firm has over 100 staff and is a significant corporate identity within the Hunter region and beyond. It boasts a progressive and supportive internal environment and a customer-focused business culture providing services in Accounting, Assurance & Risk, Corporate Advisory, Financial Planning, Forensic Accounting, Recruitment, IT and Training.
For further information about please contact Bill Tonkin on 02 4926 2699 or visit Forsythes website at www.forsythes.com.au
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