About Me

Founder's Dilemma

You haven’t just built a company, you’ve forged an identity. For most founders, the barrier to existing isn’t financial, it’s psychological. You know you should plan for succession, but you feel stuck.

This isn’t about spreadsheets It’s the Identity Void (who am I without my business?), Stewardship Guilt (will my team be safe?), and Process Paralysis (where do I even start?).

Why work with me?

I specialize in the “Reluctant Founder.” My work addresses the critical “Human Dimension” of exiting, the piece that lawyers and accountants often overlook, but which causes deals to fail.

I offer a rare combination of perspectives:

Founder: I have built and run businesses, I know the emotional weight of “letting go.”
M&A : I have led due diligence and managed complex post-acquisition integrations. I know exactly how personal hesitation can derail a commercial transaction.
Coach: My advice is not abstract theory. It is grounded in the practical realities of the Essex SME market and backed by formal psychological training. Listen to a podcast where I discuss how coaching can support founders with their succession.

My Goal

To ensure you are as prepared for your personal transition as your business is for the commercial transaction. We move beyond the fear of “the end” to design your next chapter with clarity and purpose.

Professional Credentials & Affiliations

Accredited Executive Coach: Professional Practitioner Diploma (AoEC).
Self-Actualization Coach: Accredited by the Center for Human Potential.
Government-Backed Mentor: Accredited Business Mentor for the UK government’s “Help to Grow” program.
Local Community: Active member of the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce.

Start your confidential conversation

You don’t have to navigate this transition alone. Let’s have a frank, private discussion about where you are and where you want to be. Book a meeting with me for a free, confidential consultation

Not ready to talk yet? Take my confidential Succession Readiness Assessment