Bio:

Business Investor, Non-Executive Director, Board Chair and former Chief Executive. With over five decades of experience, I specialize in business growth and transformation for global startups, SMEs, and mid-sized organizations. My expertise spans multiple sectors including technology, engineering, manufacturing, FMCG services, and consumer durables and other sectors.
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Mentoring Experience. As a seasoned mentor, I have dedicated over 25 years to helping businesses thrive. My extensive collaboration with The Prince’s Trust over two decades, along with my mentorship roles in Business in the Community, Prime, the IoD, and various Chambers of Commerce, has equipped me with the skills to guide businesses from inception to maturity. I am a proud member of the Association of British Mentors, having supported over 150 startups and SMEs, including businesses with turnovers up to £250 million.
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How I Can Help Your Business
I am passionate about seeing small businesses flourish and can assist you in the following areas:
• Start-up Guidance: From ideation to execution.
• Growth Strategies: Scaling operations and expanding market presence.
• Strategic Planning: Long-term vision and roadmap creation.
• Marketing and Sales: Effective market entry and expansion tactics.
• Financial Strategy: Funding, budgeting, and financial planning.
• Business Creation: Turning ideas into viable business models.
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Areas of Expertise
• Board-level Coaching & Mentoring
• Business Growth & Transformation
• Business Start-ups & Funding Strategy
• Operational Efficiency & Market Expansion
• Sales & Marketing Strategies
• International Market Entry
• Customer Experience & Risk Management
• Corporate Governance & Human Capital Management
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Professional Background
Throughout my career, I have held key roles and consulted with notable companies such as Cadbury’s, Dawson International, NEI, St Gobain Glass, Muraspec, and Helixx Mobility. My consulting engagements span the UK, India, South Africa, and several other countries.
I am an experienced Chair, NED, Investor, Business Consultant, and Mentor with a strong track record of growing businesses and enhancing profitability. I hold an MBA, am a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing (FCIM), and have IoD qualifications. I am also certified in mentoring by the Association of British Mentors.
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Target Audience
My mentoring services are ideal for individuals and businesses looking to start up or grow their operations. Whether you are a new entrepreneur or an established business seeking to scale, I provide tailored guidance to help you achieve your business goals.
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Reach out to learn more about how I can help your business succeed.
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