Client Testimonials

Testimonials from current and past clients, don’t just take our word for it.

My Support Broker

David came into our business which is predominantly women-led that had previously experienced men trying to come in and dominate. However, David struck the perfect balance – with his obviously high IQ and EQ and own previous experience in getting responses in difficult environments coming to the fore in his understanding and ability to maintain sensible and constructive conversations.”

 

My Support Broker

Sinead Brophy

My Support Broker

Karyn’s experience has been honed into a unique style using her high-level financial expertise and business experience to drive the commercial success of her client’s enterprises, delivering such in the most effective manner. She keeps things simple, and is a pocket rocket who packs a very heavy punch.  Running an SME is my favoured way of doing business but at times is a lonely and stressful affair.  I had the good fortune of being referred to Karyn in a downturn where she stabilised the business.  We called her back when the growth opportunities arose and she helped us capitalise on them all.  I recommend her as a strategic force onto any board that is seeking growth combined with practical application to ensure the growth happens.

 

My Support Broker

Sinead Brophy

Nupsala

David was recommended to me by a colleague when I needed to supplement my existing Finance team at short notice to build a financial forecast to support the due diligence of an acquisition. David quickly understood my requirements and was able to pull together information from a variety of sources and establish a comprehensive P&L, balance sheet and cash flow forecast covering an 18-month period. The forecast covered multiple business of which some were established and some new, multiple currencies and intercompany debtors, creditors, and stock movements. David was able to model several scenarios before submitting the forecast to the potential investor then deal with the follow up questions.

David was able to handle the detailed requirements but also prepare an exec level view for review and challenge. He has a very methodical and structured approach to the detail whilst having the ability to take a step back and see the bigger picture. He was able to build good working relationships with the key stakeholders and has a very personable style.

I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend David to anyone requiring the services of a Part Time/Portfolio finance professional.

Nupsala

Greg McGarrell

D B Logic Limited

We met Bill at a time when having run our business for 20 years we were beginning to think what we were going to do with it over the next 5 (given our stage in life). Bill helped us do this, but he did so much more.

He helped us look at how we took our money out which has saved us a lot of tax. He also identified that we were eligible for R&D tax relief that we had previously been told we could not get, again getting more tax back.

The plan Bill did with us identified we could get what we wanted within 5 years so we set out actions to tie in key staff, and improve our profitability by 50% a year which we have done. With our plan in mind we became more focused and when talking to a key customer we received an offer for the business. Bill helped us negotiate the deal and get it signed. We will achieve our plan not in 5 years but 2!

D B Logic Limited

Dave and Sara Barrett

SSP

Bruce’s drive and enthusiasm to deliver results through his team is infectious. I have never worked with someone who understands people and business more than Bruce. By understanding his people and allowing them the autonomy to make their own decisions, brands are able to work at pace, delivering results that outperform most high street/shopping center results. Bruce has a natural gift of being able to think outside the box and then deliver what he has set out to achieve, through teamwork with all functions within the company.

SSP

Peter Davies

Langton London

We approached Lee Anderson-Frogley at GJC Advisory following a recommendation from a fellow business acquaintance, Lee was engaged by us to assist in the raising of capital through equity financing or debt financing, to support the growth plans of the business, including the provision of monthly senior financial leadership and support through the services of a Financial Director. Lee performed an in-depth deep dive into our business, which has helped us by identifying key issues, from there he has taken us through a step-by-step process, resulting in a clearer understanding of our business, needs, strengths and weaknesses.​ The thing we like is his continual guidance and understanding. The experience has been extremely rewarding and we are in a much better financial and business position.​ We would recommend Lee & GJC Advisory to any business who are in need of this type of service.​

 

Langton London

Tony Gutteridge​ - Director

Owner Managed Logistics Company

David joined the business as interim FD to cover the short term absence of the incumbent FD. His main focus was on the debtors ledger which had overdue debt of circa £3m. He instigated a focused approach by business sector and utilised all of the senior team to make contact with each of their key contacts by supplier to raise the profile of the issue and instigate query resolution. This led to recovery of 95% of the debt and write offs of less than £50k, most of which was over 18 months old. He also restructured the existing finance team to establish a focused management accounts function and dedicated AR and AP processes. He developed improved management information for the owner of the business which led to improved margins through growth of higher margin products and cessation of margin draining services.

Owner Managed Logistics Company

Owner

Rise Bakeries

“Kam has been instrumental in bringing my new business from concept to fruition. Kam has a friendly and unassuming nature and takes time to get to know you as a client and more importantly the business’ imminent and future marketing needs. While Branding and Marketing is Kam’s forte, she has an excellent understanding of business KPI’s and other performance indicators. Kam goes above and beyond consistently, always showing ROI, which as an owner of an SME is of upmost importance. A now valued advisor, I would highly recommend her services”

Rise Bakeries

Lloyd Inwood, Founder