Cowgills has promoted James Kennedy to partner as its deal advisory team continues to grow at pace.
Kennedy, who joined the company four years ago from Clearwater International – having qualified with Deloitte – is now the sixth partner in the deal advisory team and the 19th partner in the firm.
It follows the continued expansion of Cowgills with a series of key appointments and promotions this year.
“This promotion is extremely well deserved. James has played an integral role in driving the growth and momentum of the business, providing sound advice and guidance for his clients and colleagues and we are extremely proud to announce his partnership,” said Ian Johnson, head of deal advisory.
In 2022 Cowgills’ deal advisory team has advised on 22 transactions with a deal value of more than £260 million.
Since Kennedy joined in 2018, it has grown from 12 people to 31 as additional service lines have been launched to support clients in all aspects of deal advisory, across a variety of specialties including business services, healthcare and technology.
Kennedy has led on many transactions and built significant experience in the healthcare sector. He was also the lead advisor on the recent acquisition of Total Swimming Group by JD Sports.
“To be made partner is a proud moment in my career and I’m very thankful to my fellow partners for the opportunity,” he said. “We have a great team which continues to reach new heights and my promotion is a clear example of the opportunities that are available at Cowgills.
“The momentum we have built shows no sign of dissipating as we look forward to another office move in the new year to accommodate the growing team.”
Headquartered in Bolton and with offices in Manchester and Liverpool, the company now has 230 employees.
The Manchester team has filled its existing space at ABC and will be announcing a move to a larger office in the coming weeks.