What if you could sit down with a seasoned Finance Director, HR lead or Legal expert - someone who’s seen it all - and just ask your questions?
Our 1-2-1 Business Clinics offer free 30-minute consultations with senior professionals who’ve helped businesses grow, solve problems, and stay compliant.
They're not only experienced - they're down-to-earth and easy to talk to.
Book a slot for:
- One-to-one time with a senior HR, finance, recruitment or legal expert
- Real-world insight from board-level experience
- Confidential and free support for business owners and directors
2025/26 Schedule
Wednesday 17th September – HR & Accounting
Tackle people and finance challenges with Samantha Gallagher, our pragmatic HR Director, and Danielle Stapleton, MPA’s Head of Accounting- supporting founders with practical HR advice and helping them make sense of their numbers.
Wednesday 15th October – Finance
Get clarity on contracts and cashflow with Paul Jesson, MPA’s MD of Professional Services. A commercial Finance Director with deep experience across scaling businesses, turnarounds, and M&A, Paul brings a practical, board-level perspective to financial strategy and problem-solving.
Wednesday 19th November – Tax (Budget Special!) & Legal
Plan ahead with Tax Director Richard Lupson-Darnell, who brings decades of experience helping business owners navigate year-end and make tax-efficient decisions. He’ll also be on hand to explain what the latest Budget announcement means for your business. Richard will be joined by Ian Zant-Boer, a commercial legal advisor focused on founder protection and risk.
Wednesday 21st January – Innovation Funding
Discover how to unlock funding for innovation with Sam Wildman, Director at MPA, and Shaun Ennis, Head of Innovation. Whether you're exploring R&D tax credits, Patent Box, or innovation grants, this session will give you practical insight into what your business could claim—and how to approach it with confidence.
Wednesday 20th February – Fundraising & Recruitment
Fundraising and hiring go hand-in-hand. Get expert advice from Jon Wheeler, Associate FD and MD of EFM on how to access capital and from Recruitment Director Nils Lloyd-Penny on how to recruit and structure your team for growth.
Senior-level insight. Straight answers. No jargon. Just a 1–1 with someone who’s been there. Spaces are limited, so book early to secure your slot!
