Russell Bedford secures Zampa Debattista as member in Malta

April 2021

Global professional services network, Russell Bedford International, has announced the appointment of Zampa Debattista as its new Maltese member firm. 

Based in Mosta in central Malta, Zampa Debattista is a fast growing and ambitious firm, founded in 2014 and currently employs more than 45 personnel. 

Zampa Debattista offers a broad range of services including audit, tax (with a focus on VAT), outsourced accounting/bookkeeping, financial advice, IFRS advice, corporate services, and registered office facilities. The firm has approximately 500 clients, including regulated financial services entities, funds, i-gaming businesses, yachting, aviation, manufacturing and services companies.

Zampa Debattista also owns an accredited educational institution, ZD Academy, the purpose of which is to raise the profession in terms of technical excellence. The academy operates from 230 Works, a co-working space and training facility also owned by the group.

Speaking about the appointment, Russell Bedford CEO, Stephen Hamlet, said: “Zampa Debattista is an exciting addition to the network in Europe. A highly ambitious firm, Zampa Debattista has already seen considerable growth since its launch in 2014. I am delighted to welcome the entire team to Russell Bedford International and wish them continued success as they explore new opportunities via our global network.” 

John Debattista, partner at Zampa Debattista, added: “Our client portfolio, which includes international businesses such as i-gaming and financial services businesses, means that providing comprehensive global support is critical to our firm’s continued growth and longevity. Our new membership of Russell Bedford International is our insurance policy for ensuring that we can offer our clients quality services anywhere in the world. We are excited to begin working with our counterparts around the globe and to learn about how we may leverage our new membership for the development of our firm.”

Klaus-Peter Hillebrand, director of the Russell Bedford board for EMEA, added: “The appointment of Zampa Debattista is a significant development for the network in Europe. The firm brings considerable specialised expertise to our existing portfolio of services and sector specialisms in the region. I look forward to meeting the team at our future networking events and to liaising with them on potential business opportunities.”