Testimonials for Matthew Goldsbrough

The detailed study he made of my business model, along with its shortfalls, prompted me to take the action which helped take my business to a new level.
– Howard Scott

The consultancy work he did with us had the most lasting impact of all such input we have had over the years.
– Steve Bottrill

A thoroughly nice man to do business with.
– Ian Guiver

The combination of tenacity, analytical expertise and personal integrity found in Matthew is truly unique.
– Helen Varey

Matthew’s easy and professional manner made the process pain free, which lead to a well thought out strategy, with achievable time scales.
– Peter Hammond

Put simply, our company increased its profits with Matthew on board.
– Helen Varey

In his role as a Non- Executive Director, Matthew helped me shape our new Board and helped us develop our Business Plan. Matthew’s ability to keep a business plan simple ensured that it is a document I still use today.
– Paul Brownhill

As my business develops and grows, I know I can rely on Matthew for his support, navigating me into making all the right choices and decisions for my future.
– Diane Jones

Matthew is your ultimate business mentor, who shares his vital knowledge and inspiration in the uttermost professional, charming and supportive way.
– Diane Jones

Matthew Goldsbrough has the ability to quickly get to the heart of a company’s business needs and to work with people at all levels to develop very effective marketing strategies.
– Bart Foster

Matthew’s advice has had a significant effect on the profitability of the business, and he has communicated difficult concepts with stunning simplicity.
– Howard Scott

You will get there faster with Matthew's input; I have witnessed it first-hand
– Penny Lines

Matthew is my ‘go to’ marketing guru – especially for international and large companies. I refer to him as my ‘Big Gun in Marketing’.
– Kate Fox

After the sessions with Matthew, we now have a very clear perspective of where we are, what we do well and where we can improve.
– Ian Cook

Matthew has a lot of knowledge and a wealth of experience, but what's even more important is that he's approachable, personable and entirely genuine.
– Kathy Ford

Matthew Goldsbrough has an objective eye, based on hands-on experience. He knows what has worked, and what will not.  His recommendations are actionable and trusted.
– Bill Hewitt

He is an excellent advisor who can cut through detailed and complex problems to the core issues, with surgical precision.
– Peter Needle

Matthew conducted the investigation into our marketing processes in a very professional way. His recommendations to the Board were insightful and extremely relevant.
– Graham Sharpe

If anyone is looking for a highly experienced and exceptional marketing partner, look no further!
– Peter Needle

Matthew demonstrates a rare combination of skills: an excellent grasp of technology married to an understanding of how this impacts business performance.
– Ian Charlesworth

I had the pleasure of working with Matthew on a project that involved the repositioning, restructuring and rebranding of a long-established business that had lost its way. I found him to be professional, insightful, challenging, constructive and friendly – quite some combination.
– Ruth Shearn

In short, he is a class act! He has experience, empathy, insight, understanding of complex issues, the ability to analyse, and – as is so often necessary – wit.
– John Davison

Matthew’s skill in turning his strategic thinking into clear, straightforward words on a page is rarely found.
– Dr. Wolfgang Martin

Clear, practical and pragmatic help that delivers results.
– Jed Hassid

Matthew provided an objective and professional assessment of our strategy, which helped to highlight our strengths and to focus on the areas that could achieve the best return.
– Kathryn Howarth

I have recommended him highly to my clients. I consider him a friend in business too.
– Kate Fox

Matthew is one of those rare people who get both the big picture and the details.
– Paul Curitz

Matthew has the ability to distill a clear and concise marketing message from highly complex technical products.
– Gary Gates

He is inspirational to have around, which is a huge help to management and staff alike.
– Norman Quick

Matthew has an excellent reputation within the local business community for being an expert in his field.
– Lyndsey Meredith

He has the skills to probe the forecasted outcomes with a critical eye and offer practical solutions to any weakness in the marketing plan.
– Peter Motley

Matthew’s strategic thinking and analytical approach helped us lay down the necessary foundations required to build a successful company.
– Lianne Pemberton

Matthew used his hard-edged experience of having to implement change, so everything he said to us could be acted upon.
– Bill Hewitt

I really enjoyed working with Matthew, he is a man of integrity who challenged me to think differently and helped me to become a better manager.
– Paul Brownhill

He perfectly blends large international company expertise with small company entrepreneurial attributes. I would recommend him for any projects relating to strategy, marketing, management or business development.
– Zuhair Suidan

The work he did for me at Kalido was a significant factor in shaping our future direction.
– Bill Hewitt

Beneath Matthew's calm, thoughtful exterior is an inspirational strategist, equally at home in board rooms and in marketing teams.
– Penny Lines

There has been a quantitative and qualitative improvement in our sales pipeline.
– Mike Bonaventura

We’ve made more money in the past three years, since working with you, than we did in the previous fifteen.
– David Hammond

Matthew possesses deep knowledge of European market dynamics, as well as exceptionally strong consultative and people skills.
– Zuhair Suidan

If you are looking for someone who will give you a new perspective on your business and whose recommendations will always be thoughtful and practical; whose approach is thorough and professional, who will make a real difference to your bottom line, then I recommend that you speak to Matthew Goldsbrough.
– Ian Guiver

I'd welcome the opportunity of working with him again.
– Ruth Shearn

He is a clear and insightful thinker and was a great pleasure to work with.
– Gary Gates

He has a very professional but relaxed and approachable style.
– Jim Yates

By using a systematic and logical process, Matthew helped us develop a well thought out and coherent sales and marketing strategy allied with the company’s objectives.
– Peter Hammond

Easy to speak to and a lovely person as well.
– Kathy Ford

I can highly recommend Matthew as a strategic thinker who has the experience to connect strategy to execution. His insight into what buyers want makes him stand out from the crowd.
– Bill Hewitt

His ability and commitment to understanding my business and life goals developed a trusting relationship from the onset, something I consider extremely important in life.
– Diane Jones

Herding cats, or putting jelly into a suitcase, are phrases that describe working with a group of partners from a law firm. Matthew took on such a challenge with Chafes Solicitors, and has helped us focus and define our marketing strategy.
– Caroline Calverley

He has his own style, which is refreshing, thought provoking, and challenging – and many years of valuable experience.
– Kate Fox

Matthew's ability to shift paradigms and get to the root of challenges is surpassed only by his instinctive and polished ability to articulate strategic and business development plans.
– Neil Greenhalgh

I would strongly recommend Matthew as a Non-Executive Director or Business Mentor to technology companies needing access to an experienced, connected and insightful Executive.
– Roger Coles

I have not worked with anyone whom I hold in greater esteem.
– Paul Curitz

I particularly liked that he challenged me in expressing my 'value', helping me to articulate the services which I offer to my clients more professionally.
– Diane Jones

His experience, knowledge and insightful views will help any business with a passion to grow.
– Julie Finch

I find his counsel to be a great asset to my company.
– Paul Brownhill

Matthew has extensive business knowledge and the experience and ability to get to the crux of a problem in a very measured and clear way.
– Paul Brownhill