With 25 years’ audit experience, Kevin has specialised in the academy sector for the past 15 years, supporting a diverse portfolio of academy trusts, including some of the largest school trusts in the country. He is particularly experienced in advising trusts in financial difficulty, working with the DfE, and guiding trusts on matters of regularity, governance and trading subsidiaries. As one of the key authors of the Kreston Academy Benchmarking Report, Kevin brings first-hand knowledge of the challenges and opportunities facing the sector. His contribution to the report is backed by his reputation as a sector expert – recognised by regulators and trusted to provide input into DfE guidance. Kevin combines deep technical expertise with a relationship-driven approach, sharing benchmarking insights to help trusts strengthen their financial sustainability and strategic decision-making.