This August marks a major milestone for us; it’s our 20th anniversary!
Watch our video below to hear our Managing Director, Jack Presland, reflect on our journey; from Graham Lewis’ vision when he founded GLX 20 years ago, to who we are today and the values that continue to drive us.
We would also like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has been a part of our GLX journey to date.
We are extremely proud to be where we are, and we couldn’t have done it without our team, clients, and partners.
Here’s to the next chapter!
We love supporting the local community, and this season, we were delighted to sponsor the Thorpe St Andrew Leopards Under-15s football team.
Managed by our very own Duncan Smith, the Leopards stepped up a league after gaining promotion the previous year, and this season was filled with growth, determination, and plenty of memorable moments!
Speaking about his team, Duncan says: “After an anxious start to the season, the team quickly settled down and got into a good rhythm after the first few games.
They all looked very smart in their kits sponsored by GLX, and with lots of wins, some draws, and a couple of losses, we ended the season mid-table.
We couldn’t run a team without all the support from our players, parents, coaches, and GLX for providing their matchday kit, and we look forward to working with them for many seasons to come!”
Introducing Bonnie Sartin to the GLX team as our Senior Payroll Administrator!
With over 12 years of experience in both in-house and bureau payroll environments, Bonnie brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our payroll function.
Her background includes more than a decade supporting a local health authority, navigating complex payroll processes, TUPE transfers, multiple staff contracts, and time & attendance systems.
Bonnie has also worked closely with a wide range of clients, becoming their trusted first point of contact and delivering accurate, tailored support with a keen eye for detail and excellent communication.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, and taking her dog Elvis for long walks. She is also a keen foodie with a passion for cooking, and loves a good drama binge on Netflix!
Welcome, to the team Bonnie!!
We’re absolutely thrilled to share that Abigael Taylor is ACCA qualified!!
This is a huge milestone, and one that’s incredibly well-deserved.
Abbey has worked exceptionally hard over the past few years, balancing client work, studies, and exams with professionalism and dedication.
Her determination, focus, and positive attitude have been clear from day one, and we couldn’t be prouder to see her reach this moment.
It’s not just a certificate, it’s a reflection of all the time, effort and resilience she’s shown along the way.
Congratulations, Abbey!! 🥳
On Saturday 17th May, Helen, Ali, and Melissa took part in the Norfolk Coastal Walk, raising £600 for The Feed, a community organisation dedicated to fighting food insecurity.
Arriving at Sea Palling for 9am, it was straight on to the beach with roughly 50 other keen walkers for a 17.5 journey, trekking over sand, rock, and shingle.
The walk took them up over the cliffs, around Happisburgh Lighthouse, through Keswick, and back onto the beach at Bacton, before stopping for a much needed break at Mundesley Museum.
The second leg of the journey started off promising through Mundesley village, but it was soon back down on to the sand at Trimmingham all the way to Overstrand.
Once up on to the cliffs at Overstrand, the end point was in sight, and the team made their way along the cliffs, around Cromer golf course and through the town, finally reaching the finish line at Cromer Pier at 15:45 making the total walking time 6 hours and 4 minutes – a great effort!
Shout out to team Pivotal, the crew at Arnolds Keys, and Mobilityways for all their support along the way, and huge thanks to Nade Ward and the rest of the team at The Feed for arranging the Norfolk Coastal Walk event and for keeping us fed!
But, last but not least, we would like to say a big thank you to everyone who has supported us along the way, your donations will help The Feed continue to make massive changes in our community through the power of food.
For more information on The Feed and what they do, please visit: https://thefeed.org.uk
Glenn Matthews joined our team in March 2025 with over ten years of accounting experience under his belt. Glenn brings a wealth of knowledge to the table, having worked with businesses of all sizes across a wide range of sectors, but has a particular strength in supporting startups.
Glenn has a real passion for helping new business owners feel confident about their finances from day one. He’s known for setting up efficient systems that work seamlessly behind the scenes, breaking down financial responsibilities in a way that’s easy to understand, and introducing user-friendly accounting software that simplifies the day-to-day. His goal is always to make life easier for business owners, giving them more time to focus on what they do best.
What sets Glenn apart is his genuine interest in the people behind the businesses he supports. He takes the time to get to know his clients – what motivates them, what keeps them up at night, and how the right financial guidance can make a lasting impact. For Glenn, it’s not just about the numbers; it’s about building trusted relationships and offering tailored advice that helps businesses thrive!
Outside of work, Glenn is just as driven. He’s a keen foodie, loves to travel and explore new places, and is an avid runner. In fact, he recently completed the Norfolk Marathon in April – a proud personal milestone!
To speak to Glenn or learn more about how our team can support your business (or if you’re looking for a new running partner!), contact us today.
We celebrated the GLX Christmas party in style – casino style!
It was a fantastic evening to come together as a team to celebrate another amazing year.
A huge thank you to The Earlham Arms for their incredible hospitality, festive ambiance, and wonderful spread of food.
A big thank you to the casino company 4 Aces Fun Casino who helped to provide a truly authentic experience. It was fantastic to do something so out of the ordinary with the team. It was also a pleasure to be frivolous with the fake money, but our clients need not worry, our financial responsibility remains at an all-time high!!
Congratulations to Kerry Porteous for being the big winner of the evening and raising the trophy.
What better way to wrap the year up than with great company, laughter, and fun?
We were pleased to support Milan Pandit from Leathes Prior Solicitors, who courageously stepped into the ring for a White Collar Boxing match in support of Break charity.
We were thrilled to be one of the main sponsors, helping Milan raise over £1000 for this great cause.
If you’d like to make a donation to this worthy charity, please visit Milan’s Just Giving page: https://www.justgiving.com/page/milanxbreak
One of the best ways to showcase our positive culture at GLX is through the long-standing commitment of our staff.
We would like to highlight some of the recent anniversaries in our team:
- Racheal Harbord has been with us for an incredible 21 years!
- Jack Wenham ACCA has been with us 7 years
- Duncan Smith MAAT has also devoted 7 years to our team
We truly value our employees, strive to create a supportive work environment, and reward their hard work. All of this helps to cultivate loyalty that speaks volumes.
Congratulations to Racheal, Jack, and Duncan on these remarkable milestones. We are grateful for your dedication and contributions to our team.
We’re honoured and excited to be a part of the very first Norwich Professional’s Football League (NPFL) and couldn’t resist having our own custom kits made.
Over a period of 6 months, we’ll compete against 8 other local businesses in a bid to take home the very first NPFL Champion title, with almost £500 of raised funds going to the winner’s charity of choice.
Good luck to the team and everyone involved.