Exited Founder, Board Advisor, Non-Executive Director & Investor
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I am a recently exited co-founder of Blair West, a sophisticated search and recruitment business serving a client base of investors and high growth businesses. Over 25 years I have developed an extensive network of business owners, directors and senior executives across multiple sectors and geographies in addition to a wide range of professional contacts in Private Equity, Venture Capital and other corporate advisory services. My approach to business growth is customer focused with a high degree of emphasis on effective culture and employee experience.
Securing investment from FDC in April 2026 facilitated my exit from Blair West, transition to an equity holding non-executive role and opportunity to develop my advisory portfolio and investment interests. I am a LP of Coniston Capital (funds I and II) and a member of Unity Angels.
Non-Executive Director at Blair West (2026-04 – Present)
Strategic support to the CEO and management team for the next 5-year growth cycle.
Co-Founder & Chief Commercial Officer at Blair West (2019-01 – 2026-03)
Blair West is a boutique search and recruitment services provider serving a client base of investors and high growth businesses. Headquartered in Newcastle upon Tyne, the business has been successful winning and retaining customers throughout the UK.
Owner at Black Box Consultancy (2015-11 – 2018-12)
Head of Business Development & Executive Search at NRG (2013-11 – 2015-10)
UK Country Manager (Consumer Division) at Nigel Wright Consultancy (2005-06 – 2013-10)
Senior Consultant at ABPM Financial Recruitment (2003-05 – 2005-05)
ABAS Associate at PwC (2001-09 – 2003-04)
MA in European Political & Economic Integration – Durham University
BA in History – Durham University
