Meet The Team

Martin specialises in corporate insolvency and turnaround, audit and strategic planning and is senior partner of the practice.  Martin has wide commercial experience being a director of a property development company and former chairman of a not-for-profit company operating in the leisure sector. 
Martin also has a significant involvement in the local business community and voluntary organisations; Martin is Chairman of Westminster Circle, Old Suttonians Association and Old Suttonians Football Club as well as President of Sutton Federation and is past-President and vice Chairman of the Amateur Football Combination.

James specialises in insolvency and along with Martin and Andrew, heads up our insolvency department.  James joined the practice in 1988, qualifying as a Chartered Certified Accountant in 1996 and also qualifying as a licensed insolvency practitioner in 2002. 

Andrew specialises in corporate recovery and has over 15 years experience of working with business owners, lenders and other stakeholders from an advisory perspective to the formal insolvency procedures. His sector experience is varied and he works with start-up businesses through to group structures.
Andrew has extensive experience of business recovery procedures which includes solvent and insolvent liquidations, company and partnership voluntary arrangements as well as administrations. In addition, Andrew has worked on a number of Land and Property Act Receiver assignments.
Andrew returned to Turpin Barker Armstrong in 2009 having worked at two large corporate recovery firms in London and qualifying for his insolvency licence during this time.

Having obtained a degree in Biochemistry Lindsey joined a mid-tier accountancy practice in London as an audit junior in 1989, transferring to the insolvency and corporate recovery department in 1991.  Lindsey qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1994 and went on to sit the JIEB exams in November 1997, achieving a first time pass, and getting her licence in early 1998.  Lindsey’s experience in London was mainly of administrative receiverships, company voluntary arrangements and voluntary liquidations, together with more latterly some experience of independent business reviews on behalf of banks.
After 13 years in London and 2 children later, Lindsey decided to move out of London to be closer to home and joined Turpin Barker Armstrong in 2003.  Since joining TBA Lindsey has also gained experience in personal insolvency as well as continuing to work on corporate insolvency. 

Caroline joined TBA in February 2015 and has over twenty-five years of insolvency experience. She has worked for the big four, mid-tier and boutique firms. Caroline specialises in corporate insolvency.
She is a keen supporter of the “Mighty Reds” (Liverpool FC) and she also enjoys films, theatre, travel and cake. 

Ryan joined TBA in 2004 and, barring a 6 month break to travel the world, has been part of the Insolvency department ever since. Initially joining as a junior member of staff, he worked his way up in the practice and was promoted to the level of Manager in 2016.  
Ryan specialises in corporate insolvency procedures, particularly voluntary liquidations and administrations, and has dealt with various sectors, including the restaurant industry, construction, and solicitor/IFA firms. He also assists in agreeing informal arrangements with creditors (including HMRC) for both corporate entities and individuals.
Outside of work he enjoys playing football and golf, and is a bit of a movie buff!

Katie joined the firm in March 2016 bringing with her over five years’ experience in insolvency, with a particular focus on corporate appointments. She placed as a prize-winner when she obtained her CPI qualification in 2013. 
Katie is a keen netballer and enjoys travelling and socialising with friends and family. 

Matt joined TBA in February 2007 after earning a degree at St Mary’s University and has since gained vast experience in corporate insolvency, including Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidations, Compulsory Liquidations and Administrations.
In his spare time, Matt enjoys socialising and spending time with his family and friends, as well as playing and following most sports, including cricket, golf and football. 

John joined TBA’s Insolvency team in April 2018, having previously worked for MHA Macintyre Hudson where he started his Insolvency career in 2013.
John has experience in both personal and corporate insolvency and his caseload has primarily consisted of Members’ Voluntary Liquidations, Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidations, Compulsory Liquidations and the occasional Bankruptcy.
Away from work, John enjoys attending boxing and football events, trying different cuisines and socialising with friends and family. 

Julian has been working in the insolvency industry since 2010, working for a small to medium sized accounting firm in Sydney, Australia where he gained experience in Corporate and Personal Insolvencies.
Julian completed his Bachelor of Business Accounting Degree in 2010 and undertook his Graduate Diploma of Insolvency Law in 2012.
Julian has worked and lived overseas since December 2013 residing in Canada, Denmark and now England.
In his spare time Julian enjoys travelling, and is an avid sports fan with interests in Surfing, Snowboarding, Golf, Tennis, Cricket, Rugby and Football, he also supports Manchester United.

Natalie started working at TBA in February 2009, where she managed a portfolio of mainly Corporate Insolvency cases. 
Natalie currently works on a part time basis, dealing primarily with case closures. 
When not in the office, Natalie enjoys playing hockey for Epsom Ladies Hockey Club and spending time with her young children. She is also currently working towards completing a Masters Degree in Forensic Psychology and Crime.

Philippa has been working in insolvency since 2013 and has been at TBA since March 2015. She has experience in both personal and corporate insolvency and her caseload consists primarily of Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidations, Compulsory Liquidations, Individual Voluntary Arrangements and Bankruptcies.
Away from work, Philippa enjoys travelling, socialising and spending time with friends and family. 

Sophie has been working in insolvency since 2016 and has been at TBA since January 2018.

She has experience in corporate insolvency and her caseload consists of primarily Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidators.

Away from work, Sophie enjoys travelling and spending time with her daughter and family. 

Sylwia joined TBA in October 2017, working as an Insolvency Administrator. Sylwia is a Polish professional who has lived in the UK since 2003, she is a member of several groups of polish professionals including Polish Professionals and Polish Business Link.

Outside of work Sylwia enjoys snowboarding and basketball.

Victoria joined TBA in March 2017 and has over 10 years Corporate Restructuring experience from a big four firm. Victoria’s experience includes complex trading insolvencies to smaller cases including advisory work. Victoria primarily deals with corporate insolvency case closure.
Victoria works part time and is in the office on Mondays and Tuesdays.  

Seb has been working in insolvency since August 2015, when he joined TBA. Since then, he has worked in all areas of insolvency and is hoping to sit his Certificate of Proficiency in Insolvency this year.
In Seb’s spare time he enjoys socialising with friends and playing cricket, football and rugby. 

Jai joined TBA as a Junior Insolvency Administrator in September 2018 during a gap year before commencing his studies in International Relations and Politics.
During his free time, Jai is a keen rugby player and enjoys going out with his friends; he follows many sports, especially rugby and American football.

James is working at TBA in his gap year whilst applying to university to study medicine.
James is involved in continued voluntary work at Sutton Grammar School with the CCF and when not working enjoys socialising with friends as well as playing football. 

Joel is currently studying sport and exercise science at the university of Chichester. Joel works at the firm during breaks between his studies.

During his free time, Joel enjoys playing and watching most sports especially football as well as socialising with friends.

Kieran joined tba in April 2019 and is new to insolvency having spent the last few years working in customer service. He attended the University of Southampton, obtaining a BSc in Economics.

In his spare time Kieran likes playing football and watching all kinds of sports. He’s a huge music lover who enjoys going to concerts regularly and even producing his own music.

Oliver joined tba in April 2019 as a Junior Insolvency Administrator and has 5 years personal Insolvency experience. Oliver is looking to develop his skills in all insolvency procedures.

In Oliver’s spare time he enjoys watching MotoGP and Football as well as socialising with friends.

Simeon joined TBA in August 2016 as a Junior Insolvency Administrator during a gap year before commencing his studies. He is now studying International Relations & Law at university but continues to work at tba during his holidays.
During his free time, Simeon plays and coaches tennis. He also enjoys socialising with his friends and keenly following most sports. 

Tom joined the firm in August 2016, working as a Junior Administrator during his gap year.  Tom now studies History and Politics at the University of Sheffield but continues to work for tba during his studies and when he is back home on breaks from university.
In his spare time, Tom enjoys playing and watching football as well as socialising with friends.

David joined TBA in Oct 2018 with a remit to setup a finance division having spent the last 25 years in banking, finance and credit insurance.
David brings a wealth of experience particularly in assisting business to raise finance whether through factoring / invoice discounting, stock or trade finance, hire purchase, leasing and using where appropriate, the new fintech lenders.
In today's uncertain times cash is still king and having sufficient working capital is crucial to all business.
Outside of work David is a keen Crystal Palace supporter for his sins and has spent the last 7 years driving his son around to various swimming and water polo competitions.

Samantha has been at TBA since July 2015 as PA for the Senior Partner, Martin Armstrong.

Please note that Samantha works remotely and is best contacted on her mobile (number above).

Karen is the first friendly face that greets you when you call or visit tba. Karen joined the practice as a receptionist in October 2004 and has been an integral part of the team since. 
Away from work Karen enjoys gardening and sports. 

Specialising in digital marketing Hannah deals with the whole firms marketing needs. Prior to commencing her marketing role Hannah was PA to Martin for 7 years where she gained valuable knowledge of the firm. Hannah's marketing role focuses on increasing brand awareness and the online presence of the firm.
Hannah is in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays between 10.00am and 4.00pm however she can be contacted any time by email or on her mobile 0777 659 7066
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