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27/05/2026

✨ Griffin To Know You - Holly Hansell ✨

This week in our “Griffin To Know You” series, we’re introducing somebody who plays an incredibly important role behind the scenes at Griffin - Holly, Executive Assistant to Misty Nickells and Head of the Admin Team.

Holly may not seek the limelight, but her impact across Griffin is huge.

From supporting Misty and protecting valuable time and priorities, to overseeing office operations, suppliers, administration and the day-to-day running of the business, Holly helps keep everything moving smoothly behind the scenes.

No two days are ever the same...

💬 “I could be dealing with a small issue one minute, to a time-sensitive and confidential matter the next.”

When asked what skills matter most in an Executive Assistant role, Holly highlighted,

✔️ Flexibility
✔️ Organisation
✔️ Initiative
✔️ Reading situations carefully
✔️ Prioritising effectively
✔️ Kindness, empathy and support

One of the most powerful parts of Holly’s interview was hearing how much confidence she has gained during her time at Griffin.

💬 “I am trusted and given the opportunity to grow and develop. That makes such a difference to my confidence and allows me to flourish.”

💬 “Misty has enabled me to grow in confidence, find my voice at work and become more assertive in a positive way to achieve goals.”

Holly also shared a brilliant analogy about her role:

🎭 “It’s like working in a large production - making sure everything off stage works well, to allow the on-stage side to work.”

A perfect description of the important work so many people do quietly behind the scenes in successful businesses.

As Griffin continues to grow, Holly is particularly excited about developing her own admin team and becoming an even stronger line manager - helping others grow in the same way she has been empowered to.

And finally… a few fun facts about Holly ⚡

☕ Tea over coffee
🍗 Go-to lunch: Jerk chicken and rice
🍷 Favourite way to unwind: A glass of wine and something good to watch
🤸 Former competitive gymnast and cheerleader
☀️ Dream holiday: Jamaica

Thank you Holly for everything you do for Team Griffin 💙

22/05/2026

🚨 NEWS FLASH FOR UK DRIVERS & BUSINESSES 🚨

Big news announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves this week…

The HMRC approved mileage allowance is increasing from 45p to 55p per mile for the first 10,000 business miles driven each tax year - backdated to April 2026. This is the first increase since 2011.

For many employees and business owners using their own cars for work, this will come as very welcome news after years of rising fuel, insurance and vehicle running costs.

✅ 55p per mile for the first 10,000 business miles
✅ 25p per mile thereafter (unchanged)
✅ Backdated to April 2026
✅ First increase in 15 years

Importantly, this applies to business travel - not normal commuting to and from your regular workplace.

At Griffin, we know many businesses and employees have felt the squeeze from increasing motoring costs over recent years, so this is a significant and positive update from HMRC and the Treasury.

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18/05/2026

Today certainly did not go to plan for many people across Exeter and Devon!

With major travel disruption affecting journeys into the city, Team Griffin did what great teams do best… adapted💪

So, for one day only, Misty’s home in Alphington became our temporary Griffin HQ for those who couldn’t make it into the office! ☕💻

Despite the unexpected change of plans, the team pulled together brilliantly, supported one another and kept everything moving for our clients.

Sometimes business is not about perfect conditions - it is about flexibility, teamwork and having a positive “make it happen” mindset when challenges arise.

We are incredibly proud of our team today👏

15/05/2026

🍛 Cake Friday now has some competition… 👀

Introducing… Curry Friday at Griffin!

Following his recent feature in our “Griffin To Know You” series, Lishoy treated the whole team to an absolutely incredible homemade curry… and as you can see from the queue, it definitely went down well!

It’s moments like this that make Team Griffin such a great place to be. Great people, great culture and yes… great food too! 👏

Huge thanks to Lishoy for cooking for us all - absolutely delicious!

11/05/2026

📈 Costs are rising - so when did you last properly review how your business tracks them?

From energy and fuel to wages and supplier costs, many businesses are feeling pressure from every angle right now.

The real question is not simply - “How do we cut costs?”

It is - “What is the right strategic response?”

Strong businesses are reviewing -

✔ Supplier relationships
✔ Operational efficiency
✔ Pricing strategy
✔ Service line profitability
✔ Forecasting and cashflow visibility

❓ Do you know what a 5% price rise would do to your profit?
❓ Do you know where margin pressure is occurring?

At Griffin, we help businesses understand the numbers behind the decisions, so they can respond strategically.

Because growth is not just about increasing sales.

It is about protecting profitability too.

06/05/2026

🎉 We’re Proud to Share Some Big News…Griffin Is Now a Certified B Corp! 🌍

This is a huge milestone for our team - and one we are incredibly proud of!

More than anything, this reflects something we have believed in for a long time:

A great business should balance profit with purpose - and measure success by more than just the numbers.

B Corp certification independently recognises businesses that meet high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency and accountability across five key areas:

✅ People
✅ Clients
✅ Community
✅ Environment
✅ Governance

But perhaps the most meaningful part?

We haven’t had to fundamentally change who we are to achieve this.

Because becoming a B Corp is not about reinventing our business…

It is about formally recognising the standards, values and principles that have shaped how we operate for years.

Misty Nickells, Managing Partner: “Becoming a B Corp is a hugely proud moment for Griffin. It validates what we have always believed in, that success should never come at the expense of people, community, or values. This certification recognises the standards we already live by every day.”

For us, this is not a new direction.

It is an endorsement of "what we do around here"

Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing more about what B Corp means to us - and how these principles shape the way we operate.

Thank you to our incredible team, clients and wider business community for your continued trust and support.

28/04/2026

Success tastes even better when celebrated together! 🎉🙌

Yesterday, our team enjoyed a well-earned pizza celebration 🍕 after hitting our annual business growth target! 📈🚀

We are incredibly proud of what has been achieved - not just in the numbers, but in the teamwork 🤝, commitment 💪 and support shown across the business to get there.

Every member of the team has played their part - and it is moments like this that remind us how powerful great people working together can be 🌟

A huge thank you to our clients and wider business community for your continued trust and support 🙏

We genuinely appreciate being part of your journey and helping you achieve your goals 📊✨

Here’s to building on this momentum together 🚀🙌

As we like to say here at Griffin..…Onwards and Upwards!

24/04/2026

🌟 Griffin To Know You - Meet Lishoy George

At Griffin, it’s our people who make the difference 💙

Today we’re shining the spotlight on Lishoy, one of our fantastic Account Seniors - and a brilliant example of the diverse talent that makes up our team.

👇 Get to know him a little better…

🌍 What attracted you to Griffin?
“I’ve been in accountancy for 10 years, starting my career in Kerala, Southern India, before moving to the UK in 2021. I joined Griffin in 2022 and was immediately drawn to the culture - I felt welcomed, accepted and treated as an equal from day one.”

📊 What do you enjoy most about your role?
“I love the variety and the challenge. The work pushes me and helps me learn more deeply.”

💡 What motivates you when learning something new?
“I really enjoy problem solving and finding solutions - that’s what drives me.”

🤝 What do you enjoy most about working with the team?
“Everyone is supportive. There’s never any hesitation to help - that’s just part of the culture here.”

📈 What does your role involve day-to-day?
"Working across a range of clients - from accounts preparation and bookkeeping to charity accounts and personal tax.”

💻 What skill are you most proud of developing?
“I’ve really enjoyed developing my Excel skills and learning new software - I like understanding how different systems work.”

💬 How would you describe the Griffin culture?
“Friendly, motivating… and like a family.”

🏏 What do you enjoy outside of work?
“I love playing cricket - I’m a right-arm fast bowler and play for Stokeinteignhead. I also enjoy cooking authentic Indian food - especially mango curry, which my region is famous for!”

We’re proud to have Lishoy as part of the Griffin team 🙌

20/04/2026

🏉 Inside the Exeter Chiefs...

Last week, we had the pleasure of attending an exclusive Exeter Chiefs training event - bringing together sponsors and Gold Card holders for a brilliant mix of insight, access and connection 🤝

We had the opportunity to watch the first team in action, including a great capture 📸of Manny (Immanuel Feyi-Waboso) at full intensity 💥🔥

Our highlights were a funny, honest and engaging Q&A with players, Kane James & Richard Capstick 🎤 - giving a real behind-the-scenes feel of life in elite sport, both on and off the pitch.

We also heard from Tony Rowe and Director of Rugby, Rob Baxter, who shared valuable insight into game preparation, mindset and performance 🧠📈 - answering questions with real openness and depth.

Alongside the action, it was great to connect with fellow professionals, including Jamie Knode from Atkins 🤝 - strengthening relationships that go far beyond the day-to-day.

At Griffin, we always value opportunities like this - where business, sport and community come together 🙌

A huge thank you to Exeter Chiefs for hosting such a fantastic event 👏

Here’s to more collaboration, stronger partnerships and shared success 🤝✨

16/04/2026

This week, we had the pleasure of hosting the team from Michelmores at the Griffin office for a fantastic lunch and catch-up! 🍽️

A big thank you to Catering Co. for providing a truly delicious spread 👏

It was a great opportunity to bring together professionals from across legal and accountancy disciplines - sharing insights, experiences and expertise in a relaxed and collaborative setting 💬

At Griffin, we strongly believe that the best outcomes for our clients come from working closely with trusted advisors 🤝

By strengthening relationships like this, we can continue to deliver joined-up, proactive support that helps our clients achieve their goals with confidence

Here’s to more collaboration, stronger partnerships and continued success together 🚀

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13/04/2026

🐾 Meet Hugo… our unofficial Head of Lunchtime Logistics.

Every day, like clockwork, Hugo takes up his position…
Eyes focused. Ears alert. Waiting patiently for one thing…

🥪 The sandwich van! 🚚

And when it arrives?
Trust us...the whole office knows about it.

Forget calendar reminders… Hugo’s got lunchtime covered.

Just one of the many ways our office keeps running smoothly 😄

👉 Does your workplace have its own “lunchtime alarm”?

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