Seasoned accountant joins growing South West firm to drive business development

R T Marke & Co. Chartered Accountants, part of Sumer Group, has announced the appointment of Terry Bridle as Performance and Business Development Manager, underscoring the firm’s ongoing strategy to enhance its service offerings for small to medium-sized enterprises across Devon and Cornwall.

Well known throughout the region, Terry brings nearly 30 years of experience in accountancy, with a strong track record of advising family-owned businesses both locally in the South West and nationally. His strong reputation, particularly in the construction and medical sectors, makes him a valuable addition to the growing R T Marke team.

Formerly an Associate Director at Haines Watts, Terry spent nearly 12 years with the firm overseeing general accounting operations, maintaining effective internal controls, and ensuring full compliance with statutory accounting requirements. A generalist by nature, he is also known for his pragmatic, straightforward advice and strong relationships with business owners across Exeter.

Neil Marke, R T Marke & Co. Managing Director, said: “Terry doesn’t just understand business, he understands business owners. That’s a key difference. His reputation in the region speaks for itself, and his appointment strengthens our ability to support clients with advice that’s both strategic and personal.”

Terry Bridle added: “I’ve spent my career working closely with business owners across the South West, so I know just how important it is to have clear, practical advice you can use. That’s what I love doing, and I’m excited to bring that to R T Marke & Co. The firm has a great reputation for putting people first, and I’m looking forward to helping more local businesses move forward with confidence.”

Founded in 1985, R T Marke & Co has grown rapidly by focusing on entrepreneurial business owners seeking to maximise their growth. Terry will bring a wealth of experience to support these ambitions and maintain the firm’s commitment to delivering high-quality personal service with offices in Exeter, Bideford, Plymouth, and Tavistock.

The appointment follows R T Marke’s recent acquisitions of Exeter-based Kirk Hills, and Plymouth-based Condy Mathias, further solidifying its regional presence. The firm is part of Sumer Group—ranked 13th nationally (Accountancy & Business Daily) with 605% growth since 2023 — Sumer brings together the value and knowledge of leading regional practices with the technology, scale, and breadth of expertise that only a national organisation can achieve.

To find out more, visit: https://www.rtmarke.co.uk/