Connect with Early stage strategic partner of JDR Consulting for small business support on Enterprise Nation

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Early stage strategic partner, JDR Consulting | Enterprise Nation

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Daniel Ryan

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Create structure, get direction and grow your business with strategy support.
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Create structure, get direction and grow your business with strategy support that you only pay for if and when you make the money to do so.

I am a transformative work and life coach/mentor helping ambitious CEOs, founders and professionals, build profitable, fulfilling and well-balanced businesses and careers, so that they can acheive their vision and mission.
With over 25 years in the fashion import/export trade, I can offer strategic insights for startups and established businesses by supporting their personal and professional development, discovering and uncovering new opportunities and insights and developing a healthier work-life balance.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Having run my own business I fully understand the trials and tribulations: the how, why, what, when, where, steps one needs to progress, develop, grow, initiate, consolidate and continue to move forward for the enrichment of yourself and your chosen career.
Through the skills and difficulties I have experienced I am able to see more clearly how to assist others in achieving their own desires and amibitions by listening to their needs and asking pertinent questions to help them find the answers.
My vision is to help as many businesses whom I work with to leave with a deeper understanding of themselves and what they want to achieve in their lifetime.
My mission is to assist each in achieving the confidence and skill to step up into ones true power so you can pass on the baton to the next generation.
If you feel coaching is more the intervention you need I am here to help you reach a more open mind and reframe old habits which can prevent one from being in the &apos;now&apos; to achieve the future.
&nbsp;If you feel mentoring is more the intervention you need I am here to help you through my own rich experiences and share them with you to help you feel more confident and gan insights into what you are fully capable of.
Furthermore, my style of working is a mix of coaching and mentoring as I am aware that each person being unique, needs a unique approach to their outcomes.
I work on a 1:1, small group and offer workshops on specific topics to help individual and group growth.

I look forward to connecting with you when you are ready.

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Mike Jones – Award Winning Founder &amp; Author of Amazon Best Seller &apos;The Happy Business Revolution&apos;.
Transition your business from owner dependent to team and system led. At a certain point in your business journey, the most important thing you can do is stop it being reliant on you. This is often the most difficult step in business for owners so instead you stay stuck in the business, firefighting, managing and losing motivation. Through systems and support I make the process of you stepping back an enjoyable experience for you and your team that happens in weeks not years whilst increasing business performance.&nbsp;
Tiny bit on me:
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<li>Ex-military intelligence</li>
<li>Served two tours in Afghanistan attached to special forces.</li>
<li>Lived on monasteries with monks in Thailand and Nepal</li>
<li>Worked on deep sea fishing boats off the south coast of Australia</li>
<li>Built first business from ground up - did well but burnt out (Kept it dependent on me).</li>
<li>Build second business from ground up - now helped hundreds of teams, multiple owners sell their businesses, take 90 day holidays and generally get the love back for their businesses. Would love to connect and hear more about you and your business.</li>
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Most businesses drift quarter to quarter with no real focus. Our Quarterly Planning Day fixes that.

In one powerful session, we align the owner and leadership team around a clear, vision-driven 12-week plan—so everyone knows exactly what they’re aiming for and how to get there.

You’ll walk away with:
✅ Clear goals and outcomes for the next 12 weeks
✅ Defined projects and weekly tasks
✅ Assigned owners for every key action
✅ A live team tracker to keep everyone on course—

<h3>Introduction</h3>
With over 20 years of experience in marketing, I help businesses refine their strategy, grow profits, and establish a solid foundation for sustainable success. I specialise in working with small and medium-sized businesses that can’t afford a full-time marketing resource but need expert guidance to get their marketing right.&nbsp;
As a fractional CMO, board advisor, and interim CMO, I focus on helping companies professionalise their marketing, ensuring they have the right processes, positioning, and strategies in place to thrive.
I’m the founder and CEO of Sophera Marketing, (www.sopheramarketing.co.uk) where I work with businesses in a hands-on, practical way to drive real results. My expertise spans across industries, with a strong focus on payments, employee benefits, and financial education.
Beyond consulting, I teach marketing at The Cambridge School of Marketing and am a seasoned board advisor to SMEs.&nbsp;
<h3>My Approach</h3>
I believe in marketing that delivers real impact, not just vanity metrics. Too often, businesses chase brand awareness without a clear path to profitability. My approach is different: I focus on practical, measurable strategies that drive revenue, customer retention, and market positioning. I help businesses:
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<li>Clarify their positioning – ensuring they stand out in a crowded marketplace.</li>
<li>Develop strategic marketing plans – aligning marketing with business objectives.</li>
<li>Implement effective campaigns – balancing digital, content, and traditional marketing.</li>
<li>Refine pricing and product strategy – ensuring the offer matches market demand.</li>
<li>Build internal marketing capability – so they’re not reliant on external consultants forever.</li>
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I want my clients to succeed long-term, which is why my goal is to make myself redundant within two years. I help businesses grow up, setting up proper processes, structures, and teams so they can continue scaling without constant external support.
<h3>Why People Hire Me</h3>
Hiring me means getting an expert who is strategic but also hands-on. I don’t just advise; I implement. My clients appreciate my ability to cut through complexity and focus on what truly moves the needle. Here’s why businesses choose to work with me:
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<li>Deep Marketing Expertise – With two decades of experience, I’ve seen what works and what doesn’t across multiple industries.</li>
<li>Clear, No-Nonsense Communication – I avoid jargon and corporate fluff, focusing on clear, actionable insights.</li>
<li>Results-Driven Approach – I ensure marketing efforts align with commercial goals, delivering tangible ROI.</li>
<li>Cross-Industry Knowledge – From fintech and payments to employee benefits and beyond, I bring broad expertise to the table.</li>
<li>Proven Leadership – As a fractional CMO and board advisor, I help companies professionalise their marketing and build high-performing teams.</li>
<li>Ethical and Transparent – I believe in honest advice, fair pricing, and delivering real value to clients.</li>
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<h3>Key Projects and Achievements</h3>
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<li>Rebranding Suresite to Attenda – Leading the transformation of a well-established payments business to serve the fuel, unattended, and franchise sectors.</li>
<li>Building Money Guided – Launching an AI-driven financial education platform that’s now a partner of Benefex and Ben, making financial wellbeing more accessible.</li>
<li>Driving Growth for SMEs – Helping small and medium-sized businesses establish their marketing foundations, grow revenue, and scale efficiently.</li>
<li>High-Impact Thought Leadership – Regularly publishing articles on LinkedIn and in the trade press about AI in HR, financial wellbeing, and the role of marketing in business growth.</li>
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<h3>Who I Work With</h3>
I work best with businesses that are in the ‘grow up’ stage—those that have found product-market fit but now need structured, strategic marketing to scale. My clients range from fintech startups to established businesses looking to refine their positioning and approach. Whether it’s a short-term project or a longer-term engagement, I help companies professionalise their marketing without the overhead of a full-time CMO.
<h3>How We Can Work Together</h3>
If you’re looking for a marketing expert who will bring clarity, structure, and results, I’d love to chat. Whether you need a fractional CMO, a strategic consultant, or a short-term project lead, I can help you get your marketing right—so your business grows profitably and sustainably.
Let’s make marketing work for you. Get in touch to explore how we can collaborate.

Fractional CMO

Richard Levy

<h3>Introduction</h3>
With over 20 years of experience in marketing, I help businesses refine their strategy, grow profits, and establish a solid foundation for sustainable success. I specialise in working with small and medium-sized businesses that can’t afford a full-time marketing resource but need expert guidance to get their marketing right.&nbsp;
As a fractional CMO, board advisor, and interim CMO, I focus on helping companies professionalise their marketing, ens

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