Crown Carpentry: From Solo Carpenter to Business Owner, with a Secret Partner Behind the Scenes
Wayne from Crown Carpentry admits that, as a trained carpenter, he was never a trained businessman. So, when he first became self-employed as a carpenter, it quickly became apparent that he needed someone in his corner; someone who could make sense of the numbers, but also give honest, straight-talking advice.
That’s exactly what he found in Kevin from Beansprout…
Client: Wayne, Co-founder of Crown Carpentry
“From day one, Kevin wasn’t just an accountant. He became a trusted advisor, offering more than tax returns and compliance. He gave me the confidence to take risks, grow the business, and seize opportunities that might have otherwise passed us by.”
Over time, Wayne moved from being a sole trader to launching a partnership with another carpenter with similar skills and values. Together, they decided to leave commercial site work behind and focus on high-end residential projects that brought more satisfaction and creative freedom.
It was a big leap, but they weren’t doing it alone.
Kevin remained a constant in the background, checking in regularly, offering advice when needed, and always just a phone call away. Wayne feels more able to take calculated risks with the support of Kevin’s knowledge and guidance.
“He’s always been there, even out of hours. We’ve talked through every scenario – he’s helped us make smart decisions every step of the way, especially when they really matter. It feels like he’s got our back.”
As the business matured, Kevin introduced Wayne to Helen, who brought another layer of value. While Kevin is the ideas man, Helen provides the structure and is on hand to help the business get more organised, streamline operations, and lay stronger foundations for the future.
“It needed Helen’s touch. I’ve been running a million miles an hour. She’s helping us get everything in order to grow without the chaos. Kevin and Helen complement each other perfectly. ”
Beansprout’s approach has never been about ticking boxes or chasing client volume. It’s about providing real, personal support. They’ve helped Wayne with everything from pensions and private healthcare to setting up meetings with business solicitors and exploring property investment opportunities.
Kevin even nudged Wayne to set up the private healthcare he’d been putting off. When Wayne later suffered a serious shoulder injury, he was booked in for surgery within weeks – proof of the kind of long-term, life-first thinking that sets Beansprout apart.
“Without that relationship, I wouldn’t be in the position I’m in now. Kevin’s not just our accountant, he’s like a silent partner.”
Wayne credits Beansprout with helping Crown Carpentry grow stronger, more stable, and more ambitious. From introducing him to new contacts, to guiding him through the realities of running a business, Kevin and Helen have been consistent champions of the company’s success.
Now, with a solid reputation built purely on word of mouth, Crown Carpentry is preparing for its next stage of growth: streamlining the business, improving work-life balance, and exploring new ventures like property development. Wayne’s wife is even stepping in to help lighten the load.
“We’ve been talking about big goals: investments, property, building something for the future. Family is at the centre of everything I do, and Beansprout’s approach is aligned to that.”
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Empowering, nurturing and forever curious – at Beansprout we support ambitious business owners to grow their business using our Numbers, Narrative and Nurture approach.
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About Beansprout
Empowering, nurturing and forever curious – at Beansprout we support ambitious business owners to grow their business using our Numbers, Narrative and Nurture approach.
Call Us: 01525 306920
Message Us: letschat@bean-sprout.co.uk
Company Number: 14959795
Registered Address: Capability House, Wrest Park, Silsoe, Bedfordshire, MK45 4HR