Dragon Argent

🚀 Calling All Founders & Business Owners! Understanding the UK tax landscape can be a game-changer for your startup or business. Join our exclusive in-person Tax Masterclass, led by Misha Patel, Head of Tax, where we’ll cover: ✅ How to maximise R&D Tax Credits ✅ Raising investment with SEIS/EIS schemes ✅ Implementing EMI Share Options to retain top talent This 2-hour interactive workshop is perfect for founders, entrepreneurs, and finance professionals looking to unlock tax efficiencies and boost business growth. 📅 Date: Tuesday 25 March 📍 Location: Dragon Argent, 63 Bermondsey Street, London, SE1 3XF. ⏳ Limited spots available – secure yours now: https://lnkd.in/eGt8dqMy #AskDragonARgent #Startup #TaxMasterclass #RandDcredits #SEISEIS #EMIShareOptions #Entrepreneurship #businessowners

Why Does Your Business Need a Shareholders’ Agreement? 🤝 A well-drafted shareholders' agreement is crucial for protecting your business and investors. It provides clarity on ownership, decision-making, share transfers, and dispute resolution, reducing the risk of conflicts down the line. In this article, Yao Trinh (Head of Corporate & Commercial Solicitor) and Amara Akhtar (Corporate & Commercial Solicitor) break down the key provisions to include and how they can safeguard your company’s future. 📖 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eiFjsbuu #AskDragonArgent #ShareholdersAgreement #BusinessLaw #CorporateGovernance #LegalProtection #Founders #BusinessOwners

🚀 Protecting Your Brand: A Beginner’s Guide to Trade Marks Are you a tech founder or creative building a standout brand? Your brand is your identity — but what happens if someone else uses your name, logo, or tagline… or worse, trade marks it before you do? Trade marks are a powerful tool to protect your creative and business assets, ensuring your hard work isn't exploited by competitors. Join our free webinar to learn: ✅ What can be trade marked? ✅ How to register a trade mark. ✅ How to avoid costly trade mark pitfalls. ✅ Protecting yourself from infringement. 📅 Date: Tuesday, 11th March 2025 ⏰ Time: 11:00 - 12:00 (GMT) 🎤 Speakers: Margherita Barbagallo | Head of Litigation, IP & Art Law Jenny Jones | Managing Director 👉 Secure your spot now and safeguard your brand's future: https://lnkd.in/eGDsNWj3 #AskDragonArgent #TradeMark #BrandProtection #CreativeBusiness #TechFounders #IPLaw #Startups #Webinar

🚨 UK Inheritance Tax Changes: What Business Owners Need to Know. Big changes are coming to UK inheritance tax (IHT), and they could impact how you pass on your business. The introduction of a £1 million allowance and adjustments to Business Property Relief (BPR) mean succession planning just got more complex. Key Changes: ✅ BPR no longer offers 100% relief beyond £1M in business assets ✅ Estates above this threshold could face 40% IHT ✅ Trusts and early succession planning can help reduce tax burdens Business owners, now is the time to review your estate plan and take action to protect your legacy. Don’t leave it to chance—plan ahead! 📌 Read the full breakdown here: https://lnkd.in/ebjsnkry #AskDragonArgent #InheritanceTax #BusinessOwners #UKTax #WealthPlanning #SuccessionPlanning

📊 Streamline Your Bookkeeping for Efficiency & Accuracy! Bookkeeping is essential, but it doesn’t have to be time-consuming and stressful. By leveraging automation, software, and best practices, businesses can save time, reduce errors, and improve financial accuracy. In our latest article, we break down 10 powerful ways to simplify bookkeeping processes, from using cloud-based tools to outsourcing for expert insights. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/enGBUMtB What strategies does your business use to keep its books in order? Let’s discuss in the comments! 💬 #AskDragonArgent #Bookkeeping #Finance #SmallBusiness #Accounting #Automation

🚀 Your Internal Finance Function: How to set up to enable business growth? As a business owner, managing finances isn’t just about bookkeeping—it’s about making strategic decisions that drive growth. Join us for an exclusive Accountancy Webinar where we’ll cover: ✅ Building a scalable finance function ✅ Budgeting, forecasting & cash flow strategies ✅ Tools & technology for financial efficiency ✅ Hiring: In-house vs. outsourced finance teams ✅ Aligning finance with business goals 📅 Date: Thursday, 13th February 2025 ⏰ Time: 11:00 – 12:00 GMT 🎤 Speakers: Harry Hasler - Head of Accountancy Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert insights! Register now: https://lnkd.in/e3ZGXwPT #AskDragonArgent #FinanceStrategy #BusinessGrowth #Accountancy #Webinar #Entrepreneurship #founders

For the founders and business owners amongst you, we Dragon Argent are running various events over the next couple of months. A mixture of topics and formats. 1. Webinar: Thursday 13th February (11:00 - midday), Harry Hasler will be discussing how to ensure your finance function is set up to drive business growth. https://lnkd.in/eB4tgt3P 2. In person masterclass: Thursday 27th February (10:00 - midday), Harry Hasler will be sharing practical strategies to optimise cash flow, ensure stability and drive sustainable growth. https://lnkd.in/eehNhtyr 3. Webinar: Tuesday 11th March (11:00 - midday), Margherita Barbagallo will talk through the importance of trade marks and IP. https://lnkd.in/ee5w6vKt 4. In person masterclass: Tuesday 25th March (10:00 - midday), Misha Patel will be sharing essential tax strategies for founders and business owners. https://lnkd.in/eXsinu6B

💡 Yesterday, we had the pleasure of hosting an exclusive Partner Roundtable at the Dragon Argent office, bringing together a powerhouse of experts who collectively add immense value to our clients and their members. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, and it was fantastic to exchange insights with: 🔹 Zahid Khimji, Klyk – Sustainable & Secure IT Solutions 🔹 James McMullan RIAA Barker Gillette – Wills, Probate & Family Law 🔹 Laura St-Gallay, RIAA Barker Gillette – Property Litigation Specialist 🔹 William Robertson, Lloyds Bank – Business Banking Support 🔹 Emma Parla DipPFS, St. James's Place – Financial Planning & Advisory 🔹 Nicholas Maynard, We Are Practice – Accountancy for Creative Businesses 🔹 Muntazir Bhimji, Macalvins – Estate Planning, Tax & Corporate Finance A huge thank you to everyone for contributing to such an insightful discussion. We’re excited to continue working together to bring even greater value to our clients. Let’s keep building! #AskDragonArgent #Partnerships #Collaboration #BusinessGrowth #klyk #RIAA #LLOYDS #STJAMESPLACE #WEAREPRACTICE  #MACALVINS

💡 Yesterday, we had the pleasure of hosting an exclusive Partner Roundtable at the Dragon Argent office, bringing together a powerhouse of experts who collectively add immense value to our clients and their members. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, and it was fantastic to exchange insights with: 🔹 Zahid Khimji, Klyk – Sustainable & Secure IT Solutions 🔹 James McMullan RIAA Barker Gillette – Wills, Probate & Family Law 🔹 Laura St-Gallay, RIAA Barker Gillette – Property Litigation Specialist 🔹 William Robertson, Lloyds Bank – Business Banking Support 🔹 Emma Parla DipPFS, St. James's Place – Financial Planning & Advisory 🔹 Nicholas Maynard, We Are Practice – Accountancy for Creative Businesses 🔹 Muntazir Bhimji, Macalvins – Estate Planning, Tax & Corporate Finance A huge thank you to everyone for contributing to such an insightful discussion. We’re excited to continue working together to bring even greater value to our clients. Let’s keep building! #AskDragonArgent #Partnerships #Collaboration #BusinessGrowth #klyk #RIAA #LLOYDS #STJAMESPLACE #WEAREPRACTICE  #MACALVINS

📢 Looking to Hire Skilled Workers from Abroad? If your business wants to employ migrant workers in the UK, obtaining a Sponsor Licence is a crucial first step. Without it, you could be missing out on top talent, diversity, and essential skills. In our latest guide, we break down: ✅ What a Sponsor Licence is and why you need it ✅ The application process and eligibility requirements ✅ Compliance obligations and how to avoid refusals ✅ Costs involved and how to speed up approval Whether you're applying for the first time or need ongoing support, this guide has everything you need to stay compliant and hire globally. 📖 Read the full guide here: https://lnkd.in/exJJRSPm #AskDragonArgent #UKImmigration #SponsorLicence #Hiring #BusinessGrowth #GlobalTalent #HR #Compliance #founders