Paul is a Chartered Accountant, now retired from corporate life after nearly thirty years as a director in various industries, principally in a financial role but also in general management roles as a managing director. Qualified in 1980 with Ernest Young, with substantial international experience working for both large public companies, Private Equity and privately owned SMEs. Paul is also a director of Buckinghamshire Housing Association and involved in the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW). Most importantly, Paul enjoys visiting their home in Normandy and spending time with family and friends.