Michael Harwood & Co is celebrating 20th anniversary

The Jury Street based accountancy firm, Michael Harwood & Co, which he set up in the 1990s, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year and Michael, now 70, continues to play an active part in client work and in supporting new

colleagues.

Through his work and involvement with local charities and organisations Michael has demonstrated his passion for Warwick.

Michael gained his accountancy qualification with a small firm in Birmingham before moving on to join a national firm with a base in Warwick. He set up his own practice in Warwick 20 years ago.

Michael’s interest in not for profit organisations has led to his personal involvement as a trustee and chairman of a number of local charities as well as at one time being a school governor. He has been involved in local healthcare charities, including the Warwickshire Private Hospital Charitable Trust that benefits the lives of many individuals in the area aiding patient care and support through a number of initiatives.

Michael gets involved in training and supporting new staff and is currently sponsoring three employees who are taking their accountancy qualifications. His son Mark, also a chartered accountant, now takes an active role in running and developing the firm for the future.

For ten years Michael has been chairman of Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce Training.

Michael is also involved in the twinning of Warwick with Saumur in France, Warwick School, where he was educated, Moreton Morrell village hall and the village’s real tennis club.

Friend and business associate Keith Wright, of solicitors Moore & Tibbits, said: “Michael’s passion, enthusiasm and support for the town over the decades has brought untold benefits to Warwick. His selfless dedication is a reminder of how we can all make a difference in our local communities.”