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How I Help

Strategic Services for Senior Leaders

Board advisory, transformation leadership, retail expertise, and governance for ambitious organizations navigating complex growth challenges.

Core Service Areas

Tailored advisory and execution support for C-suite and board-level stakeholders

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GSCOP Training & Advisory

For suppliers trading with UK grocery retailers. Practical training on what GSCOP means for your business, how to protect relationships while operating professionally, and how to navigate complex retailer negotiations.

  • Board and senior team training
  • National accounts and sales upskilling
  • Dispute resolution guidance
  • Ongoing advisory support

Outcome: Confident, compliant trading with major UK retailers. Suppliers avoid costly mistakes and negotiate from a position of knowledge.

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Retail Consulting

Supplier readiness, buyer mindset training, and retailer safaris. Helping suppliers understand what retailers really want, how buyers think, and how to show up "retail-ready".

  • Retailer safaris (in-store analysis)
  • Buyer psychology workshops
  • Listing pitch strategy
  • Category positioning guidance

Outcome: Suppliers translate their product story into what retailers value: shopper demand, margin, rate of sale, and category fit.

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Business Transformation

Project and programme management, operating model design, and large-scale change leadership. Six Sigma, PRINCE2, Agile, and ITIL certified.

  • Operating model transformation
  • Process improvement and optimization
  • Technology-enabled change
  • Cross-functional integration

Outcome: Efficient, scalable operations that support sustainable growth. Proven track record of multi-million pound cost savings.

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Board Advisory & Interim Executive

Non-Executive Director roles, board governance, and interim executive positions. Strategic oversight with deep commercial and operational expertise.

  • Non-Executive Director positions
  • Interim COO / Transformation Director
  • Board advisor to suppliers and retailers
  • Trustee roles (commercial and charitable)

Outcome: Independent judgment, stakeholder management, and fiduciary oversight. Strategic guidance grounded in 35+ years of executive experience.

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Central & Eastern Europe Expertise

Business development, market entry, and cultural bridge for companies expanding between UK and CEE markets (Poland, Czech Republic, Bulgaria).

  • Market entry strategy
  • Local partner identification
  • Cultural and operational guidance
  • Supply chain and logistics setup

Outcome: Smooth international expansion with realistic timelines. Deep understanding of local business culture, regulatory environment, and operational norms.

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Sustainability & B Corp Consulting

Passionate about eco-ethics and helping businesses become the best they can be for the world. B Corp certification consulting and sustainability strategy.

  • B Corp certification guidance
  • Sustainability strategy development
  • Eco-ethics assessment
  • Impact measurement and reporting

Outcome: Businesses align profit with purpose. My own businesses are on track to become B Corps.

Additional Capabilities

πŸ“ Copywriting

From short, snappy ads to detailed corporate presentations, documentation, and training materials. Clear, compelling business writing that drives action.

🏒 High Street & BIDs Consulting

Understanding Business Improvement Districts and alternative models. High Street strategy for councils, town centres, and BIDs. Former BID board director.

🎨 Design Sprints & Facilitation

Certified Design Sprint Master. Solve big problems and test new ideas in just a week. Fast, practical innovation. Catalytic Meetings specialist.

πŸ’Ό Business Coaching

Coaching at all levels from solo entrepreneurs to corporate executives. Armed with soft skills to make a difference to both person and business. Certified Life Coach.

Risk Reduction & Professional Trading

Practical training to help suppliers trade confidently and compliantly

GSCOP for Suppliers

Practical, engaging training tailored to all experience levels. Covers rights, obligations, and real scenarios. Suitable for board members, senior teams, national accounts, and sales teams trading with UK grocery retailers.

Format: Live online or in-person, 3.5-4 hours including real-life examples and discussion.

Also available: GSCOP pocketbook for suppliers to refresh knowledge.

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Competition Law & Bribery Act

Supplier-focused training to reduce risk and build confidence when dealing with retailer processes, promotions, negotiations, and hospitality/benefits boundaries.

Topics covered:

  • Competition Law basics for suppliers
  • Bribery Act implications in retailer relationships
  • Hospitality and benefits boundaries
  • Promotional compliance and pricing
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How I Work

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Listen & Understand

I start by deeply understanding your situation, challenges, and objectives. What are you trying to achieve? What's blocking progress? What does success look like?

2

Propose a Clear Plan

Based on your needs, I recommend the right format: advisory, interim role, training, transformation project, or a blended approach. You get clarity on scope, timeline, and outcomes.

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Deliver with Pragmatism

I bring 35+ years of hands-on experience. Practical solutions, not theory. Clear communication. Stakeholder engagement at all levels. Results that stick.

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Ongoing Support

Many clients return for follow-up guidance, training refreshers, or new challenges. I'm here for the long term, not just a single project.

Let's Discuss Your Needs

Whether you need GSCOP expertise, transformation leadership, or board advisory, I'm here to help. Tell me what you're aiming for and I'll respond with next steps.

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