Real Strategy. Real Execution. Real Growth.
Strategic Direction & Coaching for Technical SMEs.
Move past reactive firefighting. Build clarity and scale predictably.
I work with the leaders of technically-focused, SME business to define their 3-5 year growth strategy, align their teams and build the internal commercial engine to deliver it.
No inbox noise. Just real strategy, execution and growth.
How Do I Help People Like You?
The Problem
Your technical delivery is superb, your current clients love you, but organic, founder-led growth has hit a natural ceiling. You aren't alone - this happens all the time!
Thinking about long-term plans gets pushed to evenings and weekends. Strategy meetings descend into discussions about the noisiest issues of the day.
You don't need extra pairs of hands or more time (though it might feel like that).
You need a strategic partner to help clarify your direction then build a simple, actionable plan to get you there.
The Solution
Vision & Strategy
We will compress months of strategic uncertainty into a clear, actionable 3-to-5 year blueprint.
I help your leadership team to understand your challenges, your unique technical DNA and then to define a clear, compelling vision for your future together.
Capability & Systems
Instead of relying on reactive firefighting, I coach your team to build its own self-sustaining engine for the future.
We design the process, define responsibilities and establish repeatable systems so your business scales predictably without draining your time.
Advisory & Accountability
Strategy fails without momentum.
I work with your team as a trusted external advisor, facilitating dedicated strategy sessions to keep your team aligned, focused, and executing the plan.
Even when day-to-day delivery gets hectic.
About Me
I’m a degree-qualified engineer and former senior director in a major, global consultancy.
I have over twenty-five years experience of business development, strategic planning and project delivery.
This experience spans multiple, complex and demanding, technical sectors.
Since 2020 I have focused my expertise to help the leaders of ambitious, technical businesses develop and deliver their plans for future growth.
I've helped dozens of ambitious businesses across the UK. Could yours be the next one?
Client Testimonials
Plant Director
Major UK building products manufacturer
"We now have a clear understanding of the way forward and have laid the foundations for a successful future. Without Richard and his skills and expertise, we would not be in this position."
Managing Director
Mid-sized engineering design consultancy
"We really enjoyed working with Richard. His coaching and 'Connect with Impact' course is set-out in a clear, pragmatic and easy to follow style. He is easy to work with as well as energetic and enthusiastic; the added value to our business was more than worthwhile."
Founder
SME healthcare start-up
"Richard was recommended to me as I was looking for someone to help me launch my new company. He helped me strategise, bounced ideas around, mentored and continues to support me as my business moves forward. Without Richard and his ability to really understand business, I wouldn’t be where I am today."
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