Founded in Stoke-on-Trent in 1943, DPC Chartered Accountants has grown its revenue by 51% over the last three years – reaching £4.4 million in 2025.

It completed its first acquisition in November 2025 and now has an office in Nottingham alongside its Stoke office, which brings the workforce up to 80 people.

The ambition is to grow the business by 25% annually over the next three years while continuing to invest in people and strengthen the culture. An acquisition in Staffordshire is planned, which is set to take the staff headcount up to 90.

Many of DPC’s clients have been with the firm for decades which is matched by a high retention rate for both early careers and more established staff. The company’s client base has grown by 295 new clients in the last two years.

In July 2024 DPC became part of the Sumer Group, one of the UK and Ireland’s fastest growing mid-market accountancy networks. Joining the group has allowed the business to create more opportunities for its people and clients while continuing to operate as a locally focused firm.

DPC was chosen as the regional hub for its area, reflecting the strength of its team and the ambition it has have for future growth. Sumer is currently 12th place in the Top 50+50 Accountancy Firms 2025 League Table.​

Around half of DPC’s employees are currently studying undertaking some form of professional development. This ranges from apprentices starting their careers through to experienced team members continuing their technical training or developing leadership skills.

The firm holds monthly lunch and learn sessions on accountancy topics to keep people up to date, and all employees have a personal development programme with yearly CPD requirements.

DPC has an award-winning apprenticeship programme which has been operating for many years.

DPC Chartered Accountants has entered the Growth Award and Skills For The Future categories of University of Staffordshire Business Awards.