Scaling Beyond Borders: The Accountant Bridging UK and U.S. Business

A Vision That Crossed the Atlantic

From a young age Blane Read recognized his ambitious business drive, he was motivated not only to create financial success but to understand how to sustain and grow it. Curious about how tax systems worked, he pursued accounting and in 2012; aged just nineteen, he took the first steps in his entrepreneurial journey. Working entry-level roles in industry whilst studying alongside, in time, Blane became a Chartered Certified Accountant. He achieved numerous qualifications including a First-Class Honours degree in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University, AAT and globally recognized ACCA, where the syllabus of study focused on international accounting. Blane’s knowledge went from strength to strength as he climbed the industry ladder, holding numerous senior positions, including handling accounting and tax for both UK and U.S. companies. Motivated to pass on what he’d learned, Blane turned his expertise toward helping other entrepreneurs and eventually founded his own company.

Read & Associates Ltd began with a clear purpose: to move beyond routine compliance and deliver something more meaningful for business owners. Blane’s Milton Keynes based accountancy and tax advisory firm, focused on providing forward-looking, strategic advice to help entrepreneurs to, not just meet their obligations, but understand their numbers, plan ahead and grow with confidence. Read & Associates Ltd supports companies from incorporation through scaling and ultimately to successful exit. Its commitment to excellence is reflected in the company’s recent recognition as ‘Best Accountants for Business Growth in the UK (2026)’ at the Evergreen Awards.

Read & Associates Ltd consistently reinforces this reputation, with Mark Gittins of Cedar Group describing the firm as “a first-class service,” Harry Alston of New Gen Media noting, “Their proactive accounting has added huge value to our finance function and the way we look at the accounting side of our business!”, and Simon Sharp of Sharp Insight highlighting “the level of service, attention to detail and skill of the team at Read is top-notch… conscientious, professional and genuinely cares about our business.” Together, these endorsements underline a firm defined by expertise, consistency, and measurable impact. Today, with its growing team and continuously expanding UK presence; the company supports clients across a breadth of industries including construction, technology, healthcare and e-commerce.

Now, their focus is shifting toward helping UK entrepreneurs expand their business into the world's biggest market, the United States of America.

Expanding Into the U.S. Market

“More and more entrepreneurs are looking to establish their presence across the Atlantic” Blane says, “UK-based companies are wanting to expand to the U.S. and American companies want to conquer the UK. The problem is, there is a noticeable shortage of advisors with dual expertise in both UK and U.S. accounting and tax.” Spotting this gap, Blane saw a natural opportunity to lean into his international knowledge of accounting and subsequently; Read & Associates, Inc. began.

Read & Associates, Inc. is a new accounting and tax firm in the heart of Orlando, Florida. The firm’s approach in the U.S. mirrors the philosophy that underpins its UK success. Beyond compliance, the focus is on delivering detailed financial insight and strategic guidance to help businesses grow with clarity and confidence. Read & Associates, Inc. will support both U.S.-based businesses seeking expert financial direction and UK founders expanding into the U.S., simplifying the complexities of the dual tax system. With plans to recruit U.S. accountants, tax professionals and administrative staff in the local area, Read & Associates, Inc. is planting itself firmly into Orlando’s remarkably fast-growing economy.

Scaling Success Without Borders

With Read & Associates Ltd firmly established in the UK and Read & Associates, Inc. now taking root in Orlando, the firm is uniquely positioned to bridge the gap between two of the world’s most influential markets. By combining local insight with international expertise, the business is creating a seamless pathway for companies navigating the complexities of cross-border growth and Blane’s vision places the firm at the forefront of this evolving space. His journey is one defined by discipline and an unwavering commitment to helping businesses thrive. What sets his approach apart is a genuine dedication to empowering entrepreneurs with clarity and confidence, helping them to make informed decisions at every stage of their journey.

Looking ahead, the expansion into the United States is not just a milestone, but a natural progression of a broader mission: to redefine what modern accountancy can offer. As more entrepreneurs think globally from day one, Read & Associates stands ready to support them, on both sides of the Atlantic.

Connect and Learn More

For businesses seeking a trusted partner that can help them to simplify their accounts, scale with confidence and expand beyond borders, Read & Associates are accessible through multiple channels:

Visit Read & Associates UK for the original UK operations.
Explore Read & Associates US for American-based services.
Learn about cross-border expansion with Set Up Stateside.

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