1-2-1 Business Clinics - Northampton

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 Dannielle Stapleton, MPA’s Head of Accounting- supporting founders with practical HR advice and helping them make sense of their numbers.

Wednesday 15th October – Legal & Finance

Get clarity on contracts and cashflow with Paul Jesson, MPA’s MD of Professional Services and a strategic FD with deep experience in scaling, turnaround, and investment-ready businesses. He’ll be joined by Ian Zant-Boer, a senior legal advisor specialising in commercial law, founder protection, and business risk—offering clear, practical guidance to help you move forward with confidence.

Wednesday 19th November – Tax (Budget Special!)

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.

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 18th 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!