Testimonials - Retail

“Ian is one of the hardest working people I have ever come across. His arrival at Era Group came at a time when the company was weeks away from collapse. Within a fairly short space of time, a turn around was achieved, and the company put back on a sound footing. Whilst being a very demanding person to work for, the loyalty he created in his ... [Read in Full]
Director, ERA Group plc
“Ian was an excellent Chairman of Integrix, always insightful, supportive and a pleasure to work with. His experience was invaluable at a micro as well as strategic level. The successful sale of the business was in no small measure due to Ian's unstinting efforts.”
Group CEO, Integrix Sports Group Ltd
“Jane was always insightful and supportive and a great assistance in all of our endeavours and was integral to the successful sale of the Integrix business.”
Group CEO, Integrix Sports Group Ltd
“Ian is well known and respected in a wide range of industries. As a company doctor, the product is irrelevant - it's the people, the management and the perception which are key.  Ian is able to get to the root of the problem quickly and find a fix without being distracted by, although being aware of, political or personal dynamics within ... [Read in Full]
Head of Media Business (Opal Telecom), PNC Telecom plc
"....their lateral thinking and clear presentation of recommendations gave the Board as a whole an independent view on the business, and, gave the operational directors clarity on how we could take action. Given the directors’ desire for a solvent reconstruction of the business rather than a pre-pack that would leave some creditors ... [Read in Full]
Finance Director, Retail / Wholesale Group
“Ian is a renowned business turnaround specialist able to offer pragmatic and quick results. He is also a pleasure to work with.”
Solicitor (CMS Cameron McKenna), Robert Dyas Holdings Ltd
“...Ian you have been truly remarkable to me since we met during the summer months, you have been exceptionally versatile and talented and you rapidly understood an extremely complex situation. You have provided both myself and my colleagues with strategic and pragmatic solutions to a wide variety of situations. Your extensive experience within ... [Read in Full]
Chief Executive, Stylo plc
“Ian took charge of the company at a very difficult time in its history and demonstrated strong skills in managing a company in a financial crisis. I personally learned a lot from his expertise in budgetary control and the improvement of management information systems but his role was much wider than this.”
Group Financial Controller, Tottenham Hotspur plc