Stuart Sheldrick, at age 29, has become one of the youngest ever directors of LB Group, chartered accountants and business advisers.

Stuart joined the Chelmsford office, which he now heads, of the Essex and London-based company five years ago. He has more than 10 years experience in accountancy, having joined a small local firm after completing his A Levels. He then spent two years in a City practice.

Stuart gained his ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) qualifications in 2001 and his CTA (Chartered Tax Advisor) in 2003 and making him a specialist in both accounting and tax matters, with a particular emphasis on start-up businesses. Outside of the office, he is involved in a professional mentoring scheme at Anglia Ruskin University.

LB Group has offices in Colchester, Chelmsford and Stratford.