“We brought Paul in to help us during an intensive period of activity whilst we were managing multiple acquisitions.  He was very flexible in his approach and provided valuable support across various areas, including operational due diligence, drafting of value creation plans, integration planning and programme management.  Paul brought a wealth of experience to help improve our general acquisition planning processes; our team appreciated his support and benefited greatly from his insight and transfer of knowledge.” 

 

Damon Brain, CEO, Duncan & Toplis

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“Paul helped us review the operations and risk processes across the group and highlight areas for further improvement as part of private equity ownership. I found his experience, expertise and insights incredibly helpful.”

 

Darren Redmayne, CEO, LB Group (now Affinia) 

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“Following our investment from Apiary Capital we embarked on a rapid growth trajectory, including plans for a number of acquisitions. We brought Paul in to help integrate our first acquisition, a 70-person firm, and to benefit from his experience of growing a similar practice and working in a PE-backed business. He has been a breath of fresh air and quickly fitted in with the Shaw Gibbs team. I have no doubt that the acquisition would not have gone so smoothly without him. The heads of department have been very complimentary about the leadership and support Paul has provided. He has also relieved me of a significant amount of work and pressure, allowing me to focus my attention on progressing other areas of the firm’s development. I have really enjoyed working with Paul and we plan to engage him to assist with future acquisitions.”

 

Peter O’Connell, Managing Director, Shaw Gibbs

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“I was so impressed by the work Paul did on the acquisition and integration of my previous firm, that when I founded Factotum I knew I wanted him to help me build the business. He took my vision and articulated this into a clear strategy and business plan. He then ensured delivery against the plan to help build a scalable platform that has enabled 250% growth for the last two years. He has completed and successfully integrated two acquisitions in the last six months, with another two due to complete this quarter. His expertise and breadth of knowledge have been a key factor in the success Factotum has achieved. Mirroring how Factotum helps its’ clients, Paul has allowed me to focus externally on what I do best while he took care of the rest.”

 

Bobby Lane, CEO, Factotum Group

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“Paul worked directly for me for 12 months as a consultant on a large transformation project where I was the project sponsor. His knowledge and experience meant he was able to take independent responsibility for significant elements of the project, allowing me to focus on other key initiatives. I was able to trust his judgement to make decisions and progress the project, and also on when to consult and keep me updated.”

 

Sue Williams, Group Chief Risk & Compliance Officer, Azets

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"Paul was the COO at Blick Rothenberg and, following the sale of the business to the newly formed CogitalGroup, Paul provided great support to me and the firm through a period of significant change. He showed real commitment and adaptability through the sale transaction and subsequent acquisitions, leading on the operational integrations. He was responsible for our business planning process and forecasting, which has been a critical tool as we have doubled in size over three years. He contributed significantly at board level, strategically and on day-to-day matters. Paul moved on from us on very good terms and we continue to engage him in a consulting capacity."

 

Nilesh Shah, CEO, Blick Rothenberg

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"I worked with Paul for two years when CogitalGroup acquired Blick Rothenberg. His breadth of knowledge, commerciality and planning skills were of great benefit in helping ensure a smooth transition and in supporting the increased growth rate post acquisition. He was also a pleasure to work with."
 

Alyn North, Group CFO, CogitalGroup (now Azets)

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"Paul complemented the partnership team for over 10 years by bringing a different skill set and experience. As the firm went through a period of growth he developed our infrastructure teams and helped turn our strategy into actionable business plans to which he both contributed and ensured their implementation. Whilst he is focussed on delivery, he combines a practical approach to planning with an eye for detail. I relied on him to progress major projects for the firm whilst ensuring the day to day necessities were not overlooked."

 

 Bob Rothenberg, Senior Partner, Blick Rothenberg

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