Phil Green was the financial advisor on our recent acquisition and did a superb job. His understanding of all aspects was exceptional; he was assured at all points in his dealings with the lawyers and the FD of the acquiring company and his experience ensured that things ran really smoothly. We kept our sanity and a consistent bargaining position throughout because of Phil; he is someone you want on your side throughout all of your business dealings.

I’ve known Phil since around 2005, when I first started to get involved with what was then called the Hub 100 (now the MDHUB). Phil struck me straight away as immensely knowledgeable and commercially experienced. At that time I was just taking on the role of MD at Semantico and there were many new things to learn.

In 2012 my business was expanding rapidly and I wanted to add a new level of senior input into my e team. We also needed to boost the structure and resources within our finance team. I asked Phil to advise with the aim of building up our finance operations and providing strategic commercial guidance. This worked extremely well, and Phil quickly helped us to recruit into the finance team as well as adding additional oversight and structure to our management accounting.

Phil quickly became a valuable advisor as we navigated our growth trajectory. He is extremely personable and a great listener, but he will always challenge assumptions when warranted, drawing on his considerable commercial experience and logical approach to put his points across. I have recommended Phil to other entrepreneurs many times and would not hesitate to continue to do so.

I have known Joe Wood for the last 20 years. For the last 12 years, and the inception of my business, he has acted as my accountant and key business support partner. He has completed all tasks, projects and activities efficiently and professionally, taking complex situations and translate into useful and relevant information as well as seamlessly delivering solutions for my business. Joe is professional, knowledgeable and insightful in all aspects of accountancy, tax and business support. As well as ensuring all reporting necessities have been completed he has helped our regulatory understanding and preparation. He’s friendly and flexible approach has been refreshing and enjoyable and he has provided exceptional and astute support to my business and staff.

I have had the pleasure of working with Jo Byrne for very many years, during this time Jo has loyally and steadfastly supported me and my business with all the book keeping requirements and overseeing all aspects of company expenditure. This includes payroll, V.A.T. returns, Inland Revenue invoices and checking company bank statements and providing regular detailed cash flow statements helping us to ensure the efficient and successful financial running of the business.

Jo has vast experience, the highest level of integrity and professionalism and is wholly trusted in all aspects of financial control.

Jo has been integral in facilitating the set-up of the financial management tools essential in operating and managing a small business e.g., book-keeping, payroll, VAT, corporation tax and PAYE/NIC.

Jo continually oversees our financial management and is always available to advise on any questions we have.  I can’t speak highly enough of Jo, she an expert in her field, highly professional, and very proactive.  She often pre-emptively identifies issues and provides solutions to mitigate problems before they arise.  She is simply a pleasure to work with.

Learning to use and respect the skills of others

Excellent course, well structured – very beneficial…. Pushed me to do things in a different way – and to analyse my methods. Personal goals and new experiences were met and exceeded

Great balance of Physical and mental challenges, Inspiring and thought provoking

A well organised course. Challenging!! Great fun!! Showed me a different way to manage people

The best hands-on training course I have been on