Testimonials
Investors, chairs, and portfolio CEOs on working with Mark.
“Mark possesses a deep understanding of leadership dynamics and a remarkable ability to guide and inspire. I gained valuable insights into my leadership style and developed a more strategic and effective approach which benefitted my colleagues and investors.”
PE Managing Partner
“The process was excellent - it provided great insight to support the decision… I would definitely recommend it to others and would score it 9/10.”
Chair of a PE-backed business
On CEO hiring & evaluation
“Advice is everywhere, but it’s often influenced by commercial interests, personal relationships, or emotion. Mark is different. He brings independent thinking, objectivity and the benefit of genuine experience - without an agenda. He’s helped me navigate the transition from entrepreneur to professional CEO, challenging my thinking and giving me the confidence to lead differently.”
Alex Johnson
Founder & CEO of a PE-backed business
“Mark’s business-building advice has been invaluable, particularly in strategy, hiring, and value creation… I highly recommend him to anyone seeking to enhance their strategic leadership, especially when working within a private equity environment.”
CEO of a PE-backed business
“Mark brings rare expertise as an investor and business leader. He incisively cuts through noise to unbiased, practical solutions for our thorniest issues.”
Sam Smith
Founder & CEO, PepTalks
“If you’re considering working with Mark, be ready to raise your game. It’s been an absolute game-changer for me, and I can’t recommend the experience enough.”
CTO of a PE-backed business
“Mark is a Swiss-army knife of guidance, supporting & empowering me to achieve both personal growth and professional outcomes. Mark works effortlessly at a number of different layers, from the very high level and strategic through to practical challenges around leadership and commercial growth, and the nitty-gritty of specific situations and relationships.”
Tom Quick
Founder & CEO, Percept and Entity X
“Having Mark as a coach is like having multiple other CEOs to talk to at the same time.”
Alex Preece
Co-Founder & CEO, Tillo
“Through patience and persistence, he skilfully helps you find your own answers. And they are the answers you need, rather than the answers you initially think you need.”
Paul Christensen
Co-Founder & CEO
“His skill in honing in on what is critical to work through ensures we make the most of our time. Mark is now an invaluable asset.”
Jon Yates
Co-CEO, Matrix
“His ability to hold a non-judgemental safe space has given me the pause I’ve needed to navigate my role. I feel more confident in my decision making as a result.”
Tammy Parlour MBE
CEO & Co-founder, Women’s Sports Trust
“Mark is a gifted individual. He brings experience, perspective and humanity to every conversation.”
Luke Kennedy
Founder & CEO, Fable Data