Mike has extensive business experience across multiple functions including sales, marketing, operations and finance. It was this breadth of knowledge that made him the right fit for our business. We engaged Mike in a NED capacity to assist us with formulating and implementing the strategic direction of our business. Mike took time to understand the business by reviewing our processes, meeting staff individually and meeting a number of our clients. He looked at our USP's including technical knowledge, suppler relations and personal service. Within a number of months his thoughts and recommendations were already having a positive effect on our business. We subsequently had the opportunity to be acquired and Mike provided valuable help in his NED capacity which included rolling his sleeves up to assist through the negotiations and arduous DD process. The end result being a successful sale of our business to the benefit of our clients, our team and our shareholders. Through the process Mike demonstrated loyalty, integrity, commitment to deliver and proved to be a valuable sounding board. I would recommend Mike to anyone who is also considering a strategic review of their business, requires a independent and challenging viewpoint and who wants help identifying and implementing their future strategy.