#12 CORPORATE FINANCE REALITY - How Deals Actually Get Done artwork
Fresh Perspectives

#12 CORPORATE FINANCE REALITY - How Deals Actually Get Done

  • S4E12
  • 27:17
  • February 25th 2026

This episode of Fresh Perspectives explores the current corporate finance landscape in the UK and what it really means for SME business owners navigating growth, investment, acquisitions and exit decisions.

Rob Brown is joined by Lee Humble, UK Head of Corporate Finance at Azets, to discuss why recent tax changes have slowed activity, how economic and political uncertainty is affecting decision making, and why opportunities still exist for well-prepared businesses.

They cover recruitment challenges, access to finance, rising overseas interest in UK businesses, and the importance of understanding the right route forward before making major decisions.

Lee also explains what corporate finance support actually involves, how strong advisory teams add value beyond transactions, and why informed advice matters most in uncertain markets.

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Fresh Perspectives is the business podcast from Azets where advisers, experts and leaders share fresh thinking to help you move forward with confidence.

Each episode explores real-world challenges and opportunities for business owners and entrepreneurs, from finance and growth to leadership and technology.

Formerly Bang The Drum, the show continues Azets’ commitment to sharing practical advice, new ideas and inspiring stories from across the business community.

This podcast has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.

Follow and subscribe to Fresh Perspectives on your favourite player, leave a review and share it with others who you think might enjoy it.

Find more about Azets at www.azets.com.

Contact us at podcast@azets.co.uk.

Fresh Perspectives

Fresh Perspectives is the business podcast from Azets – where advisers, experts, and leaders share fresh thinking to help you move forward with confidence.

Each episode explores real-world challenges and opportunities for business owners and entrepreneurs, from finance and growth to leadership and technology.

Formerly Bang The Drum, the show continues Azets’ commitment to sharing practical advice, new ideas, and inspiring stories from across the business community.

This podcast has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.

Follow and subscribe to Fresh Perspectives on your favourite player, leave a review and share it with others who you think might enjoy it.

Find more about Azets at www.azets.com.

Contact us at podcast@azets.co.uk.

Meet the Host

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Rob Brown
Host

Rob Brown is a trusted voice & media host for the accounting world. Author of Build Your Reputation (Wiley) and TEDx speaker (The Personal Brand of You, 400K+ views). Rob has conducted more than 1,000 interviews with accounting, fintech and advisory leaders around the world.