David Stonehouse, Chief Executive

David is a Chartered Accountant by training; starting his career and qualifying in London with Arthur Young, returning with them to the North East before moving on to Price Waterhouse where he was a partner for six years.

David entered the commercial world as Finance Director of Sunderland FC, which he took to a full stock market listing in 1996 and later joined Newcastle United PLC as Chief Executive, leaving in 2001. In 2002 he became chairman of NE accountants unw LLP and assisted Parkdean Holidays achieve its AIM listing before becoming a non executive director of that business.

In 2003 David joined Graham Wylie to set up TSG, where he is Chief Executive and oversees all aspects of our services. David heads the executive board and each regional managing director reports to David.

Outside of TSG David’s other current business interests include being a non executive director of AIM listed bus manufacturer Optare PLC and of NE based fund manager Northern Enterprise Limited.

Outside of work, David is a fan of Newcastle United and for enjoyment likes walking, tennis and the company of friends and family.