Specialist Support Team
We help our Pet Groomers to help you!
We do this by providing them a range of specialist help and support.
What kind of resources do we use to help our administrators?
This is a sneak peek behind the scenes to give an idea of some of the help and support that we have available around the country for our Pet Groomers. You won’t be surprised to know (especially because of Covid) we can give a lot of remote help and assistance.
So you now know that the people you rely on for fantastic advice and support also have a great backup team!
Interim and part-time support directors.
Glen B
Region
East of England
Specialisms
Marketing strategy | Category management | Go to market planning | Brand development | Product development | Product management | Market mapping | Digital Strategy
Experience Highlights
Interim Marketing Director - Covetous Marketing Director - Smithfield Foods Interim Project Manager - Buying Solutions Global Segment Manager - InFocus
Training and Qualifications
BA Honours Business Studies - Kingston University
Description
A marketing professional with 20 years of B2B and B2C marketing strategy and execution experience gained in global businesses with responsibility for brand, product, digital and commercial development. Extensive experience working with commercial teams and customers to grow brands in multiple markets and countries. 15 years of managing large and small teams as well as leading multi-country and matrix projects to re-brand businesses, develop and launch new products in multiple countries.
About Me
A family man and a foodie who loves to eat out and enjoys cooking and trying new recipes when at home. I am passionate about helping businesses develop their marketing strategies as well as watching football and socializing with friends and family.
Hannah A
Region
East Midlands, West Midlands
Specialisms
KPI Analysis | Cash Management | Credit Control | Payroll | Operations | Manufacturing | Leisure | Transport | Financial Services
Experience Highlights
Operations Director HR & Finance Manager Office & Accounts Manager Purchase Ledger Supervisor
Training and Qualifications
AAT Level 2 Diploma CeMAP 1 Diploma in Web Design Diploma in Web Development
Description
A highly experienced and efficient Company Director with 19 years experience in finance, across a number of industries including Manufacturing, Financial Services, Transport and Leisure. With a real passion for Payroll, Credit Control and Cash Management, Hannah can offer assistance and advice in a wide variety of areas.
About Me
Living in Derbyshire, Hannah is a real people person and loves the outdoor life with her family and 3 dogs
Heather K
Region
Northern Ireland
Specialisms
Education, ICT, Northern Ireland Businesses support, one-to-one business improvement processes. Stakeholder engagement. Presentations, Branding
Experience Highlights
Education Improvement, Government Support, Support Management & Marketing, Business Development, Management of Stakeholder Relationships, Educational Consultancy, Sales, CRM, Training & Support.
Training and Qualifications
Degree in Business Queens University - School of Management - Certificate in Leadership and Management Queens University - School of Management - Certificate in Work place confidence and Assertiveness Strategem Belfast - Certificate in Strategic thinking in Leadership RTU
Description
Dynamic Senior manager whose extensive background in education is underpinned by strong commercial awareness gained in a consultancy capacity within an international software company. Holds strong strategic planning and marketing and implementation of new instructional programs, administrative systems, and best practices in alignment with organizational policy and quality standards. Strong background in growth and sales as well as support strategies, & problem-solving.
About Me
A lover of outdoors & travelling, Heather is now residing in N.I. where she also runs a training business which has scooped the Northern Ireland IT training co. of the year 2021/22. A lover of animals and music & serving others.
Kevin M
Region
Yorkshire and the Humber
Specialisms
Engineering, Maintenance, Programme Management, Project Management, Leadership, Operational Delivery
Experience Highlights
General Manager, Programme Director, Operations Director
Training and Qualifications
B Eng - Warwick University
Description
A professional senior program and engineering leader with extensive UK and overseas experience in all aspects of aircraft maintenance, engineering, project management, business planning, and contract delivery. Proven ability to evaluate, restructure and create organisations to achieve sustainable growth and profit, whilst building a reputation for quality and excellence. Commercially aware, with proven skills in growing the business.Possessing the political acumen, strong communication and inter
About Me
An outgoing individual who likes to work hard and relax through the medium of golf. Additionally enjoys the home life of walking his dogs. Spent many years overseas and now returned to the UK.
Neil O
Region
East Midlands
Specialisms
IT Director | Head of IT | CTO | Cyber Security Manager | CISO | Digital Transformation Manager | IT Programme Manager
Experience Highlights
Director/Senior Consultant - NFO IT Consultants Ltd | Group Head of IT/IT Board Member - FPS Ltd (Isle of Man) | IT Programme Manager/CISO - Northrop Grumman | Interim Head of IT - Housing Association
Training and Qualifications
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) | BSC Hons in Software Engineering Diploma in Computing | ITIL v3 Foundation in Service Management | National Examination Board in Supervisory Management (NESBM)
Description
I have15+ years being the single point of contact for ALL IT and Cyber Security matters, balancing IT Business needs against acceptable Risks, executing the IT Strategy, driving the security culture across the Business and building relationships. Influencing the direction of IT and Cyber Security at Board and SMT level in global multi partnership organisations across Oil & Gas, Defence, Aerospace, Financial Services and the Public Sector.
About Me
I am a fun, fit and very social person, now living in Lincolnshire after 26 years service in the RAF. My wife and I can be seen hitching up our caravan in the summer months and heading off to successfully compete at Dog Agility nationwide with our 9 dogs!
Nik G
Region
London
Specialisms
Marketing Plans Brand Strategy Content Marketing Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Pay-per-click (PPC) & Social Storytelling Data Analysis
Experience Highlights
- Creation & Execution of award winning media campaigns - Digital Marketing Strategy - Managing Director of Digital Media Agency - Nominated for Top 50 most influential figures in Digital Media
Training and Qualifications
- BSc Financial Economics - BSc International Politics - Google Qualifications (Analytics + Adwords) - SEM Rush qualifications - A-levels: English, Computing, Maths, Economics
Description
With over 15 years experience within the digital & marketing scene I have worked for some of the biggest media agencies in the UK and have collaborated with household brands & start-ups. During this time I have created & executed data-driven marketing campaigns to help my clients achieve their business goals (typically engagement or revenue). These campaigns range from Digital Marketing (SEO+PPC), Brand Strategy, Content Marketing, Data-Analysis, Eco-system development & Product Management.
About Me
- Enthusiastic about life, sports & animals!
Peter S
Region
East Midlands
Specialisms
IT Director/CIO,Business focused IT Strategy, IT Operation Design,Project/ProgrammeManagement,Digital Transformation, Data Strategy, Risk Management
Experience Highlights
Experienced and commercially focused senior IT leader with over 36 years proven track record in delivering complex technology strategies. Running my own IT Director consultancy for the last 6 years.
Training and Qualifications
DSDM (Agile) Practitioner Prince 2
Description
Peter has extensive board experience working as IT Director/CIO for SME businesses with extensive experience in Information Technology, business change, customer service, project management and technology strategies. I am able to understand the challenges that businesses are facing and put together the appropriate technology strategy to achieve their long term goals. I bring a commercial awareness of how a business is run and the impacts on the people, process and technology during change.
About Me
I am a simple human and like my home comforts and taking my two dogs out for long walks which helps me focus and keep balanced. My family is a big part of my life and enjoy large family gatherings where we can.
Sara S
Region
South West England
Specialisms
Brand Marketing, Campaign Management, Creative Development, Project Management, Team Leadership, ATL brand comms, agency management
Experience Highlights
Senior Campaign Manager, Iceland Foods Ltd Senior Account Director, Advertising Agencies, Dubai Account Director, VCCP, London Senior Account Manager, Saatchi & Saatchi Worldwide
Training and Qualifications
BA Hons Business Studies 2:1 Oxford Brookes University
Description
I have 12 years global marketing campaigns management experience gained in the UK, South Africa and the UAE; agency-side and client-side, specialising in ATL brand comms strategy, creative development and campaign delivery, project management and team leadership.
About Me
Throughout my career, I have managed the process from initial strategy development and creative brief through production and final delivery, driving creative and ensuring ideas and communications are brought to life. My enthusiasm is infectious!
Steve A
Region
North West England
Specialisms
Marketing / Sales / Product Development / Cost Analysis / Business Management / Exhibitions / B2B & B2C / FMCG / Brand Strategy .
Experience Highlights
Phoenix Rock Director
Training and Qualifications
Business Studies Economics Institute of Works Managers
Description
Always looking to get the results from target into reality within the required budget. Driving products and brands into the marketplace through the correct routes while maintaining margins and ROI necessary for stakeholders. Building the team to excel and embrace customer excellence with maximum consumer effect to allow sales to grow from new business and repeat business. Protecting the customers core values and image and building on any where needed.
About Me
An enthusiastic inspirational manager who goes tge extra mile to get the job done with the success required. I like walking , skiing and spending family time with my wife, son, 2 dogs and cat. Passionate music lover of all genres.
William S
Region
East Midlands
Specialisms
Corporate Structuring, Governance and Compliance, Risk Management, Investment Readiness and Fundraising Strategies, Investor Liaison, Exit Strategies
Experience Highlights
Company Owner (Gazelle 100 Company), Company Director, FCA Compliance Director (AIFM), Trustee, Independent Advisor to Board/Non-Exec Director, Business & IP Protection
Training and Qualifications
BSc(Hons) Civil Engineering, Imperial College Investment Management Certificate (IMC)
Description
Has a problem-solving mind and logical approach that leaves little to chance. A good communicator, able to impart knowledge and understanding to others. Appointed to many roles including director, NED, board advisor, trustee, compliance officer and project manager. Advised across many industries on structuring; governance; funding; developing robust business plans, risk management and compliance protocols; devising successful exit strategies. Self motivated to work independently or in a team.
About Me
I get the greatest pleasure from helping others and seeing them achieve their goals. Outside business, I am an enthusiastic snow and water skier and enjoy sailing and powerboating. At home I love cooking and entertaining, and walking with my dogs.
Support Partners
The above are a relevant selection of amazing people from our support partners (below) and their hundreds of part-time / interim directors and consultants.
The DM Hub
Interim Marketing Directors
Marketing Experts – Control or Support Marketing & Create New Business Channels
Techs 4 Tech
Interim IT Directors
IT Experts, ready to control or support business IT functions or oversee updating systems.
IntoSums
Interim Finance Directors
FDs ready to take ownership of or support finance functions, experts ready to deliver.
iTegrate
Non Exec Directors
Non-Executive Board Directors to provide a non-exec solution for any department or board in a business.