Brian is a Chartered Accountant (Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales). Brian has worked in the Isle of Man offshore and financial sectors since 1990. He trained with KPMG, where he spent six years and became part of the management team.

Brian left KPMG to join one of his clients – an insurance management company – where he became Finance Director. He set up his own consulting and accounting practice in 1999, and since then, has held executive directorships with numerous companies operating in various sectors, including – among others – property management, equity investment, hotel management, and aviation.

In 2006 Brian decided to use the experience gained through managing numerous business entities in multiple jurisdictions to establish his own corporate services company, Acclaim Limited.

Away from work, Brian makes the most of the Manx countryside by cycling and walking. He is a keen motoring enthusiast and regularly attends races and shows both on and off the Island.  Brian’s other interests include equestrianism and boating.

Sandra is a Chartered Secretary (Fellow of the Corporate Governance Institute, formerly the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators), a Trust and Estate Practitioner (Member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioner), a Data Protection Practitioner and Member of the Institute of Directors.

After completing a Higher National Diploma in Business & Finance, she joined KPMG’s International Tax and Fiduciary Department in 1994, where she spent five years before leaving to join one of the larger law firms to assist the Senior Partner in the running of the Corporate Services business. Sandra was appointed Managing Director until the company’s acquisition in 2013, where she continued to serve as Client Director until her appointment with Acclaim.

Sandra has, in the past, served on the Board of the Association of Corporate Service Providers and the local Branch Council of ICSA.

Away from work, Sandra enjoys walking, horse riding, and cycling.

Martin is a Chartered Accountant (Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales). Having graduated with an honour’s degree in Chemistry (via studies in both the UK and France), he undertook ACA training with KPMG. After qualifying, Martin left KPMG to join one of his clients in the world of eCommerce. In 2001 he joined the Island’s insurance and pensions regulator, where he spent almost ten years building a detailed understanding of the Island’s regulatory and compliance framework. This understanding proves invaluable in his current role.

Away from work, Martin is a keen footballer.

Irena is a Chartered Certified Accountant (Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) with a degree in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University. Irena initially started her studies with Acclaim Limited before finalising her studies with Ernst and Young in Africa, where she worked at a senior level.

Irena has since worked across multiple industry verticals and international jurisdictions at Director level and has owned three businesses of her own before moving back to the Isle of Man to re-join Acclaim Limited. Irena has also gained experience as an ACCA tutor for Audit with one of the leading ACCA platinum-accredited professional training centres in the Isle of Man.

Irena used to compete in the fitness industry at a national level, and fitness is still her way of life outside work.

Craig holds a BA (Hons) degree in Business Management and has worked in the Isle of Man offshore and financial sectors since 2006. Having worked in the corporate services industry for several years, he joined – and later led – the company secretarial team of the Isle of Man arm of one of the world’s largest gold mining firms. 

Craig re-joined the industry with Acclaim in 2018 and is chiefly responsible for new business administration and client onboarding.

Outside of work, Craig is an enthusiastic cricketer who also enjoys travel, reading, and cooking.

Corrine is a Chartered Secretary (a Member of the Corporate Governance Institute, formerly the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators). After completing her BA (Hons) Business Studies and her MSc International Management degrees, she joined one of the larger corporate service providers to start her Company and Trust Administration career.  Corrine has since worked at several corporate service providers in the Isle of Man, and studied for a BA (Hons) in History, Heritage, and Manx Studies degree, joining the team at Acclaim in June 2017. 

Away from work, Corrine enjoys reading and horse riding and has recently started running, with her greatest accomplishment to date being the completion of the Walt Disney World Run Weekend Dopey Challenge in 2020.

Catherine has 25 years of experience in the Financial Services Industry on the Island and is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners and the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators. 

Prior to joining Acclaim Limited, Catherine worked within a variety of senior roles for a number of Corporate Service Providers and has managed a diverse portfolio of high net worth and complex portfolios overseeing and managing these portfolios and most recently acting as Company Secretary on the main Board in her last position.

Away from work, Catherine enjoys spending time with her family, running, and walking her dogs.

Maja joined Acclaim in July 2023 and has a background in accountancy plus experience of working in the legal sector.

As Trainee Company & Trust Administrator she is supporting our customer-focused team, and continuing her career development which includes working towards qualifications relevant to her role. Maja passed four ACCA accountancy exams before joining us, and now has her sights set on achieving Chartered Government Institute qualifications. The Chartered Government Institute was formerly known as ICSA (Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators).

Chayil is our Administration Assistant, joining Acclaim in May 2024 as the youngest member of the team. At just 17 years old, he has already shown great promise, achieving 9 GCSEs with a particular strength in mathematics. In his role, Chayil takes on key responsibilities such as processing payments, managing company phone calls, maintaining records, and supporting senior staff in their day-to-day tasks.

Outside of work, Chayil’s passions lie in rugby, traveling, and staying active through gym sessions and outdoor adventures. These interests not only keep him fit but also help him build valuable teamwork and leadership skills. Dedicated to self-improvement, Chayil is always eager to learn and develop, making him a valuable addition to the team.

Rosie started her client management career in Market Research, working with some of the world’s biggest brands including P&G, Dyson and BMW.

Working as a Client Director, Rosie has specialised in business development, team leadership, and change management, eventually taking a Managing Director position and completing an MBA in 2021. After moving to the Isle of Man, Rosie worked at a Compliance Tech start-up and more recently headed up the Business Development Team at CoinCorner, a Cryptocurrency Exchange.

Rosie is passionate about Bitcoin and the future of money, especially the role of Bitcoin and stablecoins in the changing world of international payments and AML regulations.

Outside of work, Rosie teaches drawing & painting at the Isle of Man Art Society and enjoys spending time with her horses.

Nick is our Client Accountant and brings 17 years of experience in corporate, trust, and tax environments. As a Chartered Certified Accountant (Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), he has held roles in both internal and client accounting, including an accounts senior position. Nick’s journey also includes business studies courses at Växjö University in Sweden, further enhancing his expertise.

Outside of his professional work, Nick is passionate about fostering digital literacy through his involvement with Code Club, a charity dedicated to teaching coding to children and adults. Over the past 10 years, he has supported Code Club’s growth, helping it win awards and excel in UK cybersecurity competitions. Since 2017, Nick has taught classes in Scratch and Python and currently serves as a Trustee and Treasurer, overseeing the charity’s accounts.

Nick is also the Treasurer for Isle of Man Friends of the Earth, where he champions environmental causes, including tree planting. Fluent in Swedish, Nick enjoys traveling throughout Scandinavia, alongside his interests in technology, football, and cycling.

Shem is our Client Accountant with over a decade of experience in trust, corporate, and tax environments. A member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales since 2020, he brings a strong foundation in numbers and a practical approach to client accounting.

Shem studied Law and Business Studies at Warwick University, giving him a unique perspective that goes beyond accounting. Outside of work, he’s actively involved as a youth leader at his local church, helping guide young people on their journeys.

When he’s not working or mentoring, Shem loves staying active, whether it’s hiking, playing football or basketball, or supporting Arsenal FC. He’s also a passionate traveler, having explored destinations like South Africa, Thailand, the USA, and more.

Shem’s expertise and positive energy make him a valued member of our team.

Joe joined Acclaim Limited in 2017 as a Junior Administrator and provided support to all areas within the office, gaining experience and knowledge of each sector of the company. Joe has since moved to the payments and accounts team and is currently studying for an accounting qualification.

Joe moved to the Isle of Man from the Philippines as a young teenager.

Away from work, Joe’s a keen basketball player, having played Varsity in Sheffield, and he is currently playing in the Isle of Man basketball league. He also enjoys boxing.

Romany became a valuable member of the Acclaim team in 2020, initially starting as a Junior Administrator. Over time, she has amassed a diverse range of work experiences, including volunteer work with a local charity. Her journey into the corporate and Trust sector began shortly after graduating from high school in 2019.

Outside of her professional pursuits, Romany enjoys dining out and spending quality time socialising with friends.

Robert is our Compliance Manager, bringing a wealth of experience and passion for regulatory standards in the finance and insurance sectors.

His career began in the mid-2000s within customer services in the fund industry, where he handled purchase and redemption remediation. He then transitioned into accounting as an accounts reconciliation officer, which further expanded his expertise.

Robert later moved into the Isle of Man’s non-life insurance and pensions sector, advancing his career in customer-facing roles with a focus on onboarding and redemption processes. His growing interest in Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and its regulatory implications led him to pursue further studies and eventually join an AML/CFT team.

With a passion for compliance, Robert’s career took him to the Isle of Man Financial Services Authority (FSA) as part of their AML/CFT supervision division, where he gained invaluable insights into regulatory frameworks. After this, he returned to industry to apply his knowledge and continue making a positive impact on regulatory standards.

Outside of work, Robert enjoys tabletop, board, and computer gaming. He co-founded the island’s longest-running tabletop gaming club, and in his spare time, you might find him practicing archery or axe throwing. Above all, he loves spending quality time with his wife and two young boys.

Chris is our Business Development Manager and is well known on the Isle of Man as a professional who is passionate about emerging technology in the AI, Space and video gaming sectors and also a big supporter of local communities.

His career began in IT in the late 90’s when he worked for a computer hardware company, building home computers and supporting customers at a time of dial-up modems and floppy disk drives.

He later moved into software, managing a team developing systems for the Trust & Corporate sector on the Isle of Man. Over the 8 years in this role he qualified as a Microsoft Certified Professional along with building lasting relationships in the Islands finance sector.

From there Chris has worked in the TCSP sector as both an advisor and also holding senior roles. His work has taken him around the world, working across Europe and Latin America.

Within Acclaim, Chris provides operational support to the board of directors and his colleagues, including providing training on new systems and supporting clients where they need guidance on emerging technology.

Away from work, Chris can be found running community events, including hosting a monthly Geek Quiz, and supporting LoveTech and the British Computer Society. He is also a keen walker, reader and video gamer.

Aurora is our Marketing Manager, focused on clear, effective communication and turning ideas into impactful marketing strategies. With experience in B2B, B2C, and SaaS, she combines creativity and data-driven insights to craft campaigns that connect with customers. From managing email campaigns, organising events, designing digital ads, and overseeing website management, Aurora keeps things straightforward and engaging.

She holds several certifications, including Pragmatic Certified Product Marketer (Level I & II), Performance Ads from Google, and Content Marketing Certification from HubSpot.

Outside of work, Aurora enjoys hitting the gym, snowboarding, and traveling whenever she can.