Beyond Breakeven

Leading with Impact: Celebrating Women in Tax

To mark International Women’s Day, this episode of Beyond Breakeven brings together seven standout women from Xeinadin’s UK & Ireland tax advisory teams to share their journeys into tax and why the work matters. From R&D tax relief and succession planning to global mobility and long-term pension and wealth strategy, the conversation aims to highlight how trusted advice helps SMEs grow, protects family legacies, and supports clients through life’s biggest decisions. Expect practical insight, honest reflections on accelerating progress for women in the profession and career advice for the next generation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

IT: AI adoption and digital transformation

AI is everywhere, but what does it really mean for professional services and ambitious businesses today? In this mini-series episode of Beyond Breakeven, host Alex Deakin-Mckay is joined by Xeinadin’s IT Director, Georgina Barber, to cut through the hype and talk honestly about AI adoption, digital transformation and cybersecurity. From boosting productivity and enhancing advisory work to managing risk, data quality and real-world cyber threats, this conversation explores how businesses can embrace technology in a practical, people-first way, without losing the human touch that matters most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Tax Advisory: Strategy for the Future

This mini-series episode, Tax Advisory: Strategy for the Future, goes beyond compliance to explore how proactive tax planning can unlock growth, protect value, and support long-term decision-making. In this episode of Beyond Breakeven, host Alex Deakin-Mckay, Marketing Director at Xeinadin, is joined by Adam Owens, Head of Tax Advisory (UK North & Midlands) and Dave O’Brien, Head of Tax Advisory for Xeinadin Ireland. Together, they unpack the real difference between tax compliance and tax advisory, why forward-looking strategy matters, and how businesses can avoid costly surprises as they scale, innovate, and expand internationally. From R&D tax credits and succession planning to holding companies and cross-border growth, this conversation offers practical insights for ambitious business owners looking to plan smarter and grow with confidence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Corporate Recovery: From challenge to opportunity

When a business faces financial distress, the path forward can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of our Beyond Breakeven miniseries, host Alex Deakin- Mckay sits down with Xeinadin’s Corporate Recovery specialists in the UK, Alan Fallows and Jess Barker to demystify what corporate recovery really means. From early warning signs and director responsibilities to restructuring options, emotional support, and real-world turnaround stories, this conversation goes beyond the stigma and into the strategy. Discover why early advice matters, how businesses can regain stability, and why insolvency doesn’t have to be the end, but can often be the beginning of renewed success. A must-listen for business owners, advisers, and anyone navigating uncertainty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Cloud Accounting: Preparing for MTD

In this episode of Beyond Breakeven, host Alex Deakin-Mckay sits down with two of Xeinadin’s Cloud Accounting specialists, Katie McTear and John Howarth, to demystify cloud accounting and uncover what Making Tax Digital (MTD) really means for self-employed individuals and landlords. From real-time financial visibility to smarter tax planning, Katie and John share practical insights on what cloud accounting actually is (without the jargon), who will be impacted by MTD and when, how to prepare now to avoid last-minute stress as well as the role advisors play in making the transition smooth, simple and confidence-building Whether you’re a sole trader, landlord, or a business owner focused on future growth, this conversation is packed with clarity, encouragement and actionable advice. Tune in and get ready for April 2026 and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]