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Read MoreWright Vigar is proud to announce the promotion of two long-standing team members to Director, reinforcing the firm’s commitment to investing in its people and delivering exceptional advice and service to clients across the region and beyond.
Louise Lane
Louise Lane, who joined Wright Vigar in 2004, has been promoted to Director. With over 25 years of experience in accounting and taxation, Louise has built a reputation as one of the UK’s leading experts in cryptoasset taxation. She began her career in accounts and audit before specialising in tax and now heads up Wright Vigar’s cryptoasset team.
Since 2018, Louise has advised a wide range of clients on cryptoasset tax and accounting matters. She has worked closely with Recap.io to develop crypto tax software, author the Recap UK Tax Guide for Individuals, and liaise with HMRC on areas of uncertainty. Louise is also an active member of various crypto tax and accounting working groups / committees coordinated by CryptoUK, Bitcoin Policy UK, the Chartered Institute of Tax and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales. She regularly contributes to HMRC and Treasury cryptoasset roundtables, helping shape the future of crypto tax policy in the UK and takes every opportunity to speak on panels on this niche area.
Louise had the following to say regarding her promotion, “I’m incredibly proud to take this next step in my career with Wright Vigar. It’s been a privilege to grow alongside the firm and to help shape our approach to emerging areas like crypto taxation. I’m excited about what the future holds for our clients and our team.”
Darren Ashley, based in the Gainsborough office, has also been promoted to Director. Darren joined Wright Vigar in 2005 following the acquisition of Wilshaw & Ellis and was appointed Associate Director in 2020. He plays a key role in managing the Gainsborough office alongside David Goodall and oversees a large, diverse client portfolio.
Darren Ashley
Darren has expertise in the property and construction sectors, as well as family businesses. Known for his open, honest, and friendly demeanour, Darren is highly regarded for his calm, down-to-earth approach and his ability to deliver clear, practical advice tailored to each client’s unique situation. He places great importance on listening and building strong, trust-based relationships, an approach that has led to many valuable client referrals.
“Being promoted to Director is a real honour,” said Darren. “I’ve always valued the relationships we build with our clients and the trust they place in us. I look forward to continuing to support businesses in Gainsborough and beyond as part of the leadership team.”
These promotions reflect Wright Vigar’s ongoing strategy to nurture talent and strengthen leadership across the firm. Both Louise and Darren exemplify the values and expertise that define Wright Vigar, and their appointments mark an exciting step forward in the firm’s growth and client service excellence.
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