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Enterprise Nation has helped thousands of people start and grow their businesses. Led by founder, Emma Jones CBE, Enterprise Nation connects you to the resources and expertise to help you succeed.

The perfect way for budding entrepreneurs to be able to launch or develop their existing business idea.

I am a highly accomplished C-suite and Senior Leadership Team member, recognised for exceptional leadership and strategic expertise in sales, marketing and business development. Demonstrated success in international leadership positions, including successful start-ups (UK and USA), Private Equity and IPOs, MBOs and orchestrating three seamless acquisitions. Trusted professional known for managing very complex working environments with a dependable reputation built on trust and honesty. A focused leader experienced in driving companies through high growth, strategic transformations, business integration and fostering high-performing, thriving people-first cultures. Leadership style centred on compassion, motivation and inspiration, setting clear team goals, targets, and incentives to cultivate a culture of continuous communication, interaction and engagement for sustainable performance improvement. Proudly committed to nurturing and developing talent, serving as a hands-on people manager, dedicated coach and compassionate leader who has empowered countless individuals to unlock their true potential and achieve remarkable success.
During my career I:-
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<li>At the age of 27, I created the strategy and led the growth for Mosaic Information Technologies, that resulted in the business being acquired by NASDAQ listed company, Intelect Inc., for $15m after 18-months of a $200k angel investment.</li>
<li>Personally responsible for a $2m trade investment into my start-up, International Multimedia Corporation</li>
<li>Played a pivotal role in starting the Roc Technologies revenue scale-up from £3m to £35m over a 4-year period and part of the senior leadership team that secured BGF’s largest investment for an MBO and acquisition.</li>
<li>Successfully led the Nimbus Partners people integration of 150 people into TIBCO post their acquisition and ran the business unit globally resulting in being promoted to the TIBCO global senior leadership team.</li>
<li>Managed and scaled-up the AvePoint UK business during the pandemic and transformed the territory by implementing a compassionate operating model that became the global standard.</li>
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My core competencies are:
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<li>Organisational Leadership</li>
<li>People Management</li>
<li>Leadership Development</li>
<li>Board &amp; Stakeholder Engagement</li>
<li>Strategic Vision</li>
<li>Global Business Development</li>
<li>Crisis Management</li>
<li>Data-Driven Decision Making</li>
<li>Negotiating &amp; Influence</li>
<li>Financial Planning &amp; Forecasting</li>
<li>Process Transformation</li>
<li>Innovation &amp; Critical Thinking</li>
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<ins>Industry Highlights</ins>
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<li>£40m + Merger and Acquisition activity.</li>
<li>10+ industry awards.</li>
<li>8 Start-ups.</li>
<li>30+ years of corporate experience including sitting on Boards and SLTs of global public companies.</li>
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I’m Nicki, founder of Pedddle and a believer in the creative community with a desire to spread the word about independent, creative markets and their stallholders.
Pedddle was created for me! A customer to local markets and as a conscious consumer wanting to make shopping choices easier than they currently are.

Business support and directory listing for market stallholders

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Katie Marshall, founder of Luxley Communications, is a highly respected consultant in the fitness and wellness industry, known for her deep expertise and extensive network. With nearly two decades of experience, Katie has become one of the most trusted figures in her field, helping brands and individuals across the health, fitness, wellness, and lifestyle sectors to grow and thrive. Katie’s work spans a diverse range of clients, from early-stage startups and solo practitioners to well-established brands and leading names in the industry. Her ability to navigate both emerging and established markets makes her a go-to advisor for those seeking to elevate their presence and impact. Her clients value her for her strategic insights, innovative approach, and dedication to building long-term, meaningful relationships. Katie loves to bring her extensive knowledge and powerful network to support business growth, driving visibility and helping her clients unlock new opportunities. Whether guiding new brands through their early stages or helping larger companies pivot and expand, Katie’s focus is always on fostering authentic growth and ensuring her clients make a positive impact in the world.

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Katie Marshall

Katie Marshall, founder of Luxley Communications, is a highly respected consultant in the fitness and wellness industry, known for her deep expertise and extensive network. With nearly two decades of experience, Katie has become one of the most trusted figures in her field, helping brands and individuals across the health, fitness, wellness, and lifestyle sectors to grow and thrive. Katie’s work spans a diverse range of clients, from early-stage startups and solo practitioners to well-establ

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