MariAN hits the road with Apron Books Club
Apron took its ever-popular Books Club on tour — and Marian Riley from Zyla Accountants wasn’t going to miss it. On 17th June, she headed to the Manchester stop of the Books Club Roadshow to see what all the fuss was about. Apron promised hands-on insights, CPD credits, new features, and a healthy dose of free merch, all wrapped up in a fun and friendly half-day event. And it absolutely delivered.
Hosted in the heart of Manchester (with a passing nod to the city’s love of circular snacks like black pudding and Eccles cakes), the event brought together a buzzing crowd of accountants and bookkeepers — all keen to sharpen their skills and get more from Apron.
Marian joined the morning session tailored to existing partners, and it was jam-packed with practical guidance and exciting reveals. Here's what she got up to:
A Fresh Look at Apron
First up was a walkthrough of Apron’s latest updates. Spoiler alert: there were a lot. From streamlined bill payments to smarter expense management, the platform is moving fast — and Marian was taking notes.
Getting Clients Onboard
One of the biggest takeaways for Marian was how to introduce Apron to different types of clients. Whether you're working with a tech-savvy startup or a traditional family business, the team shared practical tips to make onboarding smooth and stress-free.
Making Life Easier with Cycles
Apron’s Cycles feature made a big impression. It lets you automate regular bill batches to save time every month — a game-changer for firms juggling multiple clients. Marian saw instant potential here for Zyla’s workflow.
Exploring the Apron Card
A big highlight was the introduction of Apron’s brand new expense card. It’s free for Apron users and makes spend tracking super simple — something Marian was excited to bring back to the Zyla team.
Learning from Peers
What makes Books Club special is the mix of hands-on demos and peer discussion. Marian had plenty of time to chat with other Apron users, swap tips, and share experiences over a relaxed lunch (and yes, the merch was top tier).
Rewards? Yes Please
Finally, Marian got the lowdown on Apron’s Books Club rewards programme. It’s designed to give firms — and their clients — a little something extra just for using Apron to manage their financial processes.
What Marian Said:
"It was a brilliant afternoon — relaxed but full of useful insights. Apron’s team really know their stuff, and it’s great to be able to ask questions directly. I left with loads of ideas for how we can use Apron even more effectively at Zyla."
If you're an existing Apron partner, the Books Club Roadshow is a fantastic way to level up. And if you're not using Apron yet, the afternoon sessions are perfect for discovering what it can do.
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