WHAT CLIENTS SAY
“My passion for supporting small businesses is driven by my own experience. Having occupied Board-level positions and opting to venture out on my own, I’ve experienced first-hand the challenges of running a business. Having experienced both successes and failures, I’ve learned the hard way. My goal is to help and support other business owners to achieve their goals more effectively and with fewer hurdles”
Gary Feingold
“I can’t speak highly enough of Gary and the support and guidance he has given me over the last 17 years, which I suppose says it all! And he’s still supporting me and the business to this day! The difference between how the business is run now to before Gary’s involvement is chalk and cheese. Gary opened my eyes to so many areas of business management that I was previously not aware of.
All areas of the business have been addressed from financial management, marketing, organisational structure, systems improvements to name just a few. In short, the business would not be where is it is today without Gary’s input, support guidance and encouragement. If you want to move your business forwards and reap the rewards both personally and financially then Gary’s your man!”
“We were introduced to Gary through the Governments business growth accelerator scheme. After meeting with several consultants, we selected Gary due to his depth of experience and people skills. We had 2 projects that needed addressing, one being an organisational review of the business and the second creating a financial proposal to facilitate external investment from a 3rd party.
Gary addressed both these areas with professionalism, tact and diplomacy. His final presentation to the Board met the brief perfectly and assisted the Board in making structural changes moving forward.
The proposal to the 3rd party for external investment was comprehensive and focused and was instrumental in helping us achieving the required investment to move the business forward. I have no hesitation in recommending Gary - it was a pleasure working with him.”
“I initially found Gary via the Government Growth Accelerator programme, which I started on to try and grow the business. From our very first meeting I found his manner and approach most warm and engaging.
The main challenge was that I’m one of the numerous small business owners out that there, who are good at what they do, but have no idea that they need to spend time working on their business rather than in it. I had no firm understanding of the business, especially in terms of the financial side, with regard the makeup of the figures that went into the company accounts (which were like voodoo to me!).
We have had advice from a couple of business coaches over the years, and whilst they’ve all added something, Gary has by far added the most due to his caring and encouraging approach.
The overall impact from Gary’s guidance has been substantial! His support over the time I’ve spent working on the business with him has been so valuable and well worth the investment. As a result of working with Gary I am in a much better position to make decisions about the company and our future direction, which are backed up by figures and analysis.
If you’re considering working with Gary, don’t hesitate, get in touch with him and start the ball rolling – you won’t regret it. It’s a tough decision to make and an even harder one to admit to yourself that you might need help. Running a small business can feel lonely and stressful – Gary helps provide a fresh perspective, copious amounts of expertise and gives you the tools to make the decisions to help you succeed.”
"Working with Gary has genuinely transformed my business and enhanced my own personal skills in the management of the business. Having Gary work alongside me for 3 days a week for a year helped me transition my business to the next stage of its development. It was challenging to be introduced to new business approaches but with Gary’s support I embraced both the personal and business challenges. We have now relocated the business to larger premises and increased turnover, margins and profit. I am now managing the business with a strong management team in place with accurate business reporting at my fingertips. At our Board meetings we can now review business performance with an understanding of all the key business levers. I can now take more time off confident that the business is in good hands with a management team all focussed on delivering in their areas and committed to the longer-term vision I’ve now shared with them for the business. I can’t recommend Gary highly enough – one of the best business investments I’ve made!"
"Working with Gary was both hugely enjoyable and rewarding. To say we were polar opposites would be an understatement! We both recognised this at the outset but working together we achieved the most significant development in Yummies business growth successfully opening an additional branch in Mill Hill. Gary’s retail experience was invaluable in helping me achieve this. Gary produced financial feasibility plans, initial budgeting and marketing support and store design input. In addition, he introduced effective systems and procedures which continue in use to this day.
I now acknowledge my strengths and weaknesses but have the understanding and knowledge to oversee the management of those areas of the business which previously were alien to me. If you work with Gary, you won’t be disappointed!"
Home Loan Partnership
“Gary’s brief was initially to assess the viability of the business in light of new regulations in the mortgage industry, which would impact on the business of mortgage networks. Gary very quickly established the critical factors to the success of the business and presented this to the Board for approval.
He was subsequently tasked with re-structuring of the business and the recruitment of the relevant personnel, and played a key part in securing third party funding to secure the capital base to take the business forward. Throughout the project, Gary proved to be an excellent communicator, giving concise updates and recommendations on a regular basis to the Board, and was regarded highly by the those who came into contact with him.
Home Loan Partnership
“Gary’s business analysis of this hotel quickly highlighted opportunities for development, and led to plans being drawn up for an extension to the Hotel, which were subsequently approved and implemented. Gary researched and introduced a management software package to the hotel, improving information and business monitoring. The business was restructured leading to significant net profit improvements, and Gary showed sensitivity at all times when dealing with personnel. He was able to gain their full support in implementing the necessary changes.”
The Cornwallis Hotel
“Initially Gary undertook a full operational and strategic review of the business and created a business model to assist with our decision making, whilst exploring various development opportunities. Subsequently, Gary introduced improved systems and procedures which led to improved cost control, and implemented a focussed marketing plan following a detailed analysis of turnover. His sensitivity analysis on the business model also influenced our decision to manage the Hotel with the goal of a sale in the short to medium term. Throughout his involvement with the Hotel, Gary showed great sensitivity in his communication with staff and management, and quickly gained their respect and support.”
The Cornwallis Hotel
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