Business advisory services that
turn plans into progress
The right advice
can make all the
difference
In any business, the right advice can make all the difference.
Our Business Advisory specialists provide the strategic guidance and practical support you need to make your vision a reality. We work alongside your stakeholders to implement meaningful change, enabling smooth transformation and measurable improvements in performance.
Strategic Planning
We work closely with you to understand your ambitions and turn them into clear, actionable strategies for growth. And because real success takes time, we’re here with the right advice and support through every challenge and opportunity along the way..
How we champion your business
Create realistic roadmaps:
Helping you realise your long term business objectives and when things change, we help you adapt and move forward with confidence
Deliver measurable results:
Performance improvement initiatives with clear bottom-line impact and a focus on implementation.
Build operational resilience:
Bespoke strategies that enhance efficiency and adaptability so you can navigate change with confidence.
Work with your future in mind:
We partner with you over the long term, helping you adapt and move forward, wherever you are on your journey.
Meet the team
There are plenty of ways Sumer can make a difference to your business.
But if we had to pick one, it’s our people. With partner-led services from local experts in every region, we offer national scale and personal support from people who understand your sector and your community. From succession planning and exits to international growth, our specialists are here to help you make the big decisions with confidence.
Martin Longmore
South West
Lucas Markou
Midlands Lucas Markou
Email: LucasMarkou@jerroms.co.uk
Simon Michaels
London Simon Michaels
I am a director in HW Fisher Business Solutions, the business support arm of HW Fisher. Specialists in providing back office and CFO services, HW Fisher Business Solutions works with a wide range of clients, from start-ups to established businesses across many industries and service sectors.
I am a qualified Chartered Accountant, providing business and financial consultancy to a range of corporations. I offer a flexible solution to managing corporate finances, which is tailored to suit each client’s needs.
As a Chief Financial Officer, I have demonstrated my strategic and commercial skills at Group Board level and have a proven track record in the review of acquisition targets, due diligence and business integration, as well as providing a hands-on approach to assess the broader strategic issues.
I have held senior financial positions in both private and public companies, including Harvey Nash Group plc, the specialist recruitment services provider. I was Finance Director of the Group’s UK & US Operations for three years and, prior to that, Finance Director of UK Operations.
I have worked with many businesses over the last 10 years, helping businesses through various stages of their business life cycle. As CFO and Board Member I was instrumental in the sale of a number of owner managed businesses.
Expertise
- CFO Services
- Performance improvement
- Working capital management cash flow planning
- Accounts preparation
- Budget planning and forecasting
- Corporation tax
- VAT
Sector Specialisms
- Recruitment
- Professional services
- SME's
Memberships
ICAEW
Email: smichaels@hwfisher.co.uk
Adrian Patton
Northern Ireland Adrian Patton
Email: adrian.patton@sumerni.co.uk
Stephen Slater
North East Stephen Slater
Stephen joined RMT in 1993 shortly after qualifying, has been a partner since 2002 and as of 2025 is the Managing Director. He is responsible for the development of RMT’s outsourced services, particularly the introduction of VAO, and was instrumental in the creation of RMT’s sister company; RMT Technology.
Stephen is currently President of the International Association of Accounting Innovation and Technology Consultants (IAAITC), who work with BERR and ENISA and is part of the ENISA European Working Party for IT Risk Management Security. In addition, Stephen is a Governor of Thomas Bewick School which specialises in educating children with Autism.
Email: stephen.slater@r-m-t.co.uk
