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Mark Thumpston is an accomplished financial professional with extensive experience in financial management, reporting, and audit procedures. Currently serving as the Group Financial Controller and Company Secretary at the Manufacturing Technology Centre since April 2023, Mark previously held the position of UK Financial Controller at Avison Young, where notable achievements included leading a 25-member team through remote and hybrid working transitions and improving statutory audit processes. Mark’s background includes senior finance roles at IAC Group, Jaguar Land Rover, and GKN plc, showcasing exceptional skills in financial control, process improvement, and compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Mark began a career at KPMG, progressing from Assistant Manager to Manager in audit services, and holds a BSc (Hons) in Money, Banking & Finance from the University of Birmingham.