Testimonials -

"The work carried out by Jane was to a high standard being well thought through and clearly presented. I have found her easy to work with being quick to grasp the essence of the work in hand."
Finance Director, Alba plc
"I am delighted to recommend Ian ... very shrewd and has a knack of quickly identifying the strengths and weaknesses of a business and brings about operation change."
Chief Executive, Cambridge Drug Discovery Ltd
“Ian is an expert Turnaround Consultant with hands on experience of the NHS. In his overview at Cambridgeshire he provided first rate insight into the issues and professional support to their resolution.”
Turnaround Directors, Cambridgeshire PCT
"Carol and I worked together on a number of smarter working projects, both large and small in our time together.  Carol’s passion was clear for everyone to see which was a big help for me to win over any ‘doubters’ of smarter working that we encountered.Carol is professional right from the pre-project stage all the way to close of project ... [Read in Full]
Work Wise Manager, Carillion Facilities Management, Centrica plc
“Ian has helped the Trust to focus on its turnaround programme.  During his time at Epsom & St Helier, Ian has worked at all levels of the organisation providing support and where necessary the discipline to release real cash releasing savings, whilst ensuring the organisation can still function. During Ian's five months at the Trust, ... [Read in Full]
Director of Finance, Epsom & St Helier Hospitals
“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 is a man of integrity as befits a professional accountant & I have the greatest respect for his expertise, his analytical mind, direst approach to business problems & enviable computer skills & softwear knowledge.”
Managing Director (Theatre Projects Ltd), Expotus Group
"Ian came to GEI as a turnaround expert. He was excellent in that role as he was able to get to grips with the detail of a business that was quite complex in a remarkably short time … and to stabilise a business that was struggling with cash flow and other issues. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to other businesses who find ... [Read in Full]
Company Secretary, GEI International plc
"… rapidly provided the focus that the finance function had previously lacked and provided financial leadership across the business. His previous involvement in managing similarly distressed businesses, his contacts in the broader financial community, and his involvement in the development of restructuring possibilities were invaluable."
Chief Executive, Golden Wonder Ltd
"It goes without saying that we have seen a sea-change at the hotel under your guidance and we are in no doubt that the situation would have been horrendous had you not been there. You have already achieved an enormous amount. We are all in agreement that we wish you to continue."
A Shareholder, Goodwood Group of Hotels
“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 was a very knowledgeable and experienced business consultant who added great value to our business at a difficult time. All parties involved enjoyed working with him and would highly recommend him as a potential business solution individual. He worked well within the team and was a very good team player..."
Managing Director, JTF (Cash & Carry) Ltd
“Ian joined KM Group as a non-executive director in June 2009. His guidance and advice on corporate strategy and finance issues were invaluable from the outset. He has a hugely impressive ability to cut through complex issues and identify the core challenges and their implication for the business. I wholeheartedly appreciated his input to the ... [Read in Full]
Managing Director, KM Group Ltd
"… a highly skilled business advisor who has an exceptional talent for advising on the big picture whilst managing the details … a senior player who earns the respect of those around him with ease."
Chief Executive, Lambert Howarth Group plc
"A great thinker around issues and problems - and a great driver to find and deliver solutions. Also a good friend in difficult times ..."
Managing Director, Lambert Howarth Group plc
“Jane has an excellent understanding of technical issues. She has good project management skills and has experience of managing large and diverse teams. She is able to quickly understand financial problems and generate sensible solutions.”
Senior Manager, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Lambert Howarth Group plc
“I found he displayed an attuned and intelligent understanding of financial and business issues and produced innovative solutions.”
Owner (Calvert Solicitors), Marchpole Holdings plc
"an ability to assimilate steep learning curves quickly ... personal skills displayed at all levels ... introduced a system to manage performance which is still in use ... set down solid foundation stones to change the financial culture ... I would have absolutely no hesitation in employing Ian again should the situation demand ... "
Chairman, Mayday University Hospital
“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
".....a huge step forward, so very well done to Jane for persevering ....."
Group Finance Director, Safetykleen
“...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
"… his well-developed interpersonal skills enabled him to project his commercial abilities and build the trust needed to take the lead in strategic thinking and planning in the project work that he took responsibility for. He is not afraid to ask penetrating questions and challenge those with whom he comes in contact. He absorbs ... [Read in Full]
Senior Commissioning Manager, Surrey County Council
"… came to us with a major management situation … showed brilliant management skills … and put the company back into profit … I would highly recommend Ian to anyone needing a good trouble shooter aboard due to his clear vision, perseverance, understanding of human relationships, meeting targets under duress and obtaining good results. It ... [Read in Full]
Commercial Officer at British Embassy in Paris, Texon International
“Ian's experience at senior level (Chairman, CEO, CFO) of both national and multi national organisations has provided, and continues to provide, direction that is visionary as well as micro focussed and keeps the directors of The Creative Solutions Group on track.”
Owner, The Creative Solutions Group Ltd
“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
"Carol ... had an immediate impact on the efficiency and effectiveness of a hitherto disparate team."
, UK Banking Group
I first met Guus when he was appointed to the position of General Manager and in the process of acquiring one of Business Post's (now known as UK Mail) poor performing franchised depots in Kent from its private owner.With his eye for detail and fast appreciation of key issues he made a compelling business case, challenging the viability of this ... [Read in Full]
Franchise & Business Development Director, UK Mail (previously Business Post plc)
“I have known Ian for ten years, first working alongside him in my capacity as Group Managing Director of Team plc (later Zenith Plc) and more recently as non executive Director of a large NHS Trust where Ian has been the Turnaround Director.  Ian is a highly skilled and focussed executive whose analytical and strategic management and team ... [Read in Full]
Group Managing Director (then Team plc), Zenith Entertainment plc