Abry Partners⁢ Invests ⁢in Burgess Hodgson ‌to Expand ‍Advisory Platform

‌ ‌ Updated June 16,​ 2025

Boston-based Abry Partners ‍is backing ‌Burgess Hodgson​ (BH),‌ an accounting and business advisory firm in the United Kingdom, to create ‍a “super-regional” advisory platform. BH, established⁤ in​ 1938 and‍ based in Canterbury, employs over⁤ 200 professionals. It ‌provides ‌a range of services, including audit, ‍tax advice, outsourced finance, and payroll services to small and‌ medium-sized⁤ enterprises (SMEs) and individual​ clients.

The investment from Abry Partners will⁣ fuel BH’s growth through​ enhanced digital capabilities,expanded market presence,and strategic mergers and​ acquisitions. ​The current leadership and partnership group at Burgess ‌Hodgson will maintain a‌ significant stake in the ⁣company. ⁢This strategic partnership aims‌ to ‌solidify BH’s position as a leading financial services firm.

Richard​ Stewart, CEO of Burgess Hodgson, expressed confidence in the partnership. “Abry’s ⁣track record of backing financial services firms ⁤in both the U.K. and North America gives us great confidence in ⁣our shared future,” ⁣Stewart said. “Together,⁢ we’re⁢ well-positioned ⁣to⁣ build on ‌our legacy⁤ and pursue a new‌ phase of growth as a leading​ advisory ⁤platform.”

Vidur Khatri, a principal at Abry Partners, noted ‍BH’s strong regional presence. “BH is the go-to advisor for SMEs across South East England, and we look forward ⁤to working closely with the team to invest in ⁤technology and thoughtfully pursue strategic partnerships,” Khatri said.

Mark Pacitti, formerly a global leader at Deloitte’s corporate finance advisory practice, ⁤will ​join BH’s board as non-executive chair. His extensive experience is expected to guide BH through its ​next phase ‍of expansion.

What’s next

With ⁢Abry Partners’ backing, Burgess Hodgson plans to⁣ aggressively pursue strategic ‍partnerships and invest in technology to ⁢broaden its service offerings and geographic reach, solidifying its position ⁢as a key player in​ the ​U.K.’s accounting and business advisory landscape. the focus ‌will be on becoming a⁤ super-regional ​advisory platform catering to‌ the evolving needs ⁢of SMEs.