Gordon Flower

Founder

Amateur Allotment Gardener

A Finance Director with over 20 years’ experience in IFA growth businesses, Gordon has played a key strategic role helping two Private Equity-backed companies make over 20 acquisitions. He jointly-led the sale of those businesses, achieving valuations of over £40m.

Focusing on M&A, strategic decision-making, change management, finance reporting and developing key management information, Gordon helps the management teams of IFA businesses prepare successfully for future sale. Capitalising on his knowledge and wealth of experience, Gordon ensures faster and less stressful outcomes by driving the sales process on behalf of clients.

Andy Wilkie

Managing Director

19th Holer

A Finance Director in large enterprises, including the Dartford Crossing scheme with annual revenues of c£180m, Andy also has a history in wealth management businesses.  He is ideally placed to direct the diligence process and manage the client journey towards a successful completion.

A steadying influence in a complex and sometimes stressful exercise, Andy oversees the process throughout, including collation of all MI and managing the data room for the client. Driving timelines and delivery of information to meet buyer requirements, his experience is invaluable as he coaches, supports and counsels clients throughout the sale.

In his spare time, Andy is a keen golfer and can often be found watching cricket or continuing his quest to visit every racecourse in Britain (48 down, 12 to go!)

Nohman Hussain

Nohman is an accomplished transformation leader with over 15 years’ experience driving business performance, delivering complex change and creating sustainable value, particularly within private equity-backed organisations.

As Transformation Director, he has led large-scale finance and business transformation programmes, including technology implementation, operating model redesign, automation and AI. His achievements include automating over 24,000 hours of manual Finance activity in just 12 months, while improving efficiency, reducing costs and accelerating growth.

A Chartered Accountant (ACA) with an MBA from Alliance Manchester Business School, Nohman combines financial expertise with commercial acumen and hands-on leadership. He also brings extensive M&A experience, including acquisitions, due diligence, funding structures and post-acquisition integration, working closely with private equity investors and executive teams.

His focus is on leveraging technology, simplifying complexity and delivering measurable improvements in performance and long-term enterprise value.

Outside of work, you’ll usually find Nohms on the golf course, always chasing that elusive perfect round! He also loves exploring new places around the world and, when not travelling or golfing, he will usually be knee-deep in a DIY project.

Matt Maton

Matt has been helping businesses unlock the value of their data for over seven years, developing effective visualisation solutions that turn complex information into clear, actionable insights. As a Microsoft PL-300 certified professional, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every project, helping businesses get the most from their data.

Matt specialises in streamlining data processes and transforming raw information into tailored dashboards and reports. By creating personalised solutions around each client’s specific needs, he makes it easier to identify trends, understand business performance and gain meaningful insights at a glance. From automating data pipelines and moving away from manual spreadsheets to delivering intuitive visualisations, Matt helps businesses make their data work harder for them.

Outside of work, Matt enjoys running, hiking and is a passionate AFC Bournemouth supporter.

Nikki Calvert

Client Services Manager

Fair weather sports fan (preferably abroad)

With over 17 years’ experience in Financial Services, Nikki works meticulously with the team to assist with the delivery of information to meet buyer requirements, providing dedicated support with a commitment to precision.

Nikki holds a Prince2 (foundation) qualification in project management and CII Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning. Nikki applies the knowledge gained within these qualifications and her years of experience to ensure the due diligence process is completed fully, efficiently and with the appropriate level of response detail.

In her spare time Nikki enjoys exploring far away places, particularly when it involves watching the England Cricket team playing abroad. She also loves dogs, running, baking, and keeping fit, so is happiest when combining a little adventure with staying active.

Paul Twentyman

Outsourced CFO

Explorer of distant lands, and local pubs

Paul is a senior finance professional with over 15 years of experience in professional services across the UK and UAE, including roles in the Big 4 and the Wealth Management sector. He specialises in management information, financial modelling, forecasting, and analysis – helping businesses develop strategy, drive growth, and enhance performance.

Through our FD support service, Paul provides expert performance analysis and business valuation services. He works closely with clients to gain a deep understanding of their business, supporting their growth journey and maximising value for a future sale.

Other than spreadsheets, Paul loves travel, whisky and Newcastle United.

Peter Jones

Consultant

A CEO with over 40 years’ experience in the IFA and investment management areas, Peter founded one of the early industry consolidators and has considerable practical experience of M&A work in the financial sector.

His discreet consultancy services have helped many business owners in planning growth, selling and buying businesses as well as dispute resolution. Peter is an IOD Certified Company Director and served as an independent member of the FCA Regulatory Decisions Committee between 2019 and 2025.

Alastair Whitehead LLB (Hons) FRSA

Consultant

An experienced business professional with a successful track record of business development and wealth creation in the financial services market. Alastair has spent the last 35 years establishing, building, buying and selling businesses within the advisory and support services sectors.

Since graduating in Law in 1976, Alastair’s professional career has embraced experience within both large institutional environments and the dynamic world of SME where he has participated in a number of successful business start-ups including the adviser network Countrywide, the market leading data and analysis provider Defaqto, and most recently with chartered financial planning firm Ergowealth.

Having worked on both the ‘sale side’ and ‘buy side’ in numerous successful transactions, Alastair is experienced in all aspects of business establishment, development, and disposal. Including strategic evaluation, business planning, capital raising, mergers and acquisitions, sales and marketing, and financial reporting and control.

Alastair provides mentoring, coaching and advice to clients of The Flower Group to help business owners prepare both their business and themselves for sale. Once in a sale process, support covers every aspect of the transaction from first engagement with the buyer through the due diligence process to legal completion and post completion integration. All with the objective of achieving the best outcome for the vendor and their clients.