Scale Your Business.
Confidently. Efficiently. Successfully
With my strategic mentoring, proven approach and framework I’ll enable you to break through growth ceilings, overcome bottlenecks and build a scalable, valuable business.
Hitting a Plateau is Inevitable. Staying There is Not.
You’ve built an incredible business, surpassing £1 million in revenue. Congratulations are in order. But now, the game has changed.
Growth feels harder. The strategies that got you here aren’t getting you there. You’re wearing too many hats, feeling isolated in your decisions, and perhaps profitability isn’t growing at the same pace as turnover.
You’re not just running a business anymore; you’re building an organisation. And that requires a new playbook.
How I Can Help
Simply put, I partner with ambitious founders to engineer scale.
My goal with Northern Star is to be different, not just another generic coaching business. Through specialist mentoring and strategic partnershipsI take UK SMEs and entrepreneurs on the pivotal journey from £1 million to £5 million and beyond.
My approach provides a blend of high-level strategic guidance and practical, actionable coaching to install the systems, strategy, and leadership needed for sustainable, profitable growth.
The Approach
Clarity & Strategy
Cut through the noise. I’ll help you define a crystal-clear vision, identify your true growth levers, and build a strategic roadmap everyone can follow.
Execution & Accountability
Strategy is nothing without execution. I’ll act as your external board, providing the focus, accountability, and expert challenge to turn your ambitious plans into reality.
Leadership & Team Development
Scale yourself to scale your business. I’ll develop you as a leader and help you build an ‘A-team’ with the structure and culture to empower growth without you being the bottleneck.
Scalable Systems & Operations
Implement the operational and financial rigour needed to support growth. I’ll help you build efficient systems that improve margins, cash flow, and deliver consistent quality.
The Process
A Bespoke Partnership, Not a One-Size-Fits-All Programme
1
Diagnostic Deep Dive
We’ll begin with a comprehensive assessment of your business—your finances, operations, team, and market—to pinpoint the exact barriers to your growth.
2
Understanding and Building
We’ll discuss and identify where have you come from, where are you now and where do you want to get to. Then build a timed plan with clear and measurable goals to get you there. No fluff or jargon, just a focused path to results.
3
Intensive Implementation
Through a blend of one-to-one mentoring sessions, team workshops, and ongoing support, I’ll work alongside you to implement the plan, tackle challenges, and accelerate progress.
4
Review & Scale
Together we’ll continuously measure results, refine our approach, and ensure you are on track to hit—and exceed—you goal.
Who I Work With
I generally specialise in ambitious SMEs and entrepreneurs ready for their next chapter. My clients are typically founders and leadership teams of businesses that are:
- Turnover between £1m – £10m
- Profitable but growth has stalled or become erratic
- Ambitious to scale to £5m, £10m, £20m+
- Ready to invest in expert guidance to accelerate their journey
About Me
For many years, I’ve been in your shoes. I’ve scaledmy own businesses in the past, navigating the same challenges you face today. After 25 years as a trader and trainer, I recently exited OSTC Ltd as Co-Founder/Owner, establishing it as one of the leading proprietary trading companies globally. We employed over 450 people in 14 offices around the world, specialising in in electronic trading of futures in all major asset classes.
I founded Northern Star to provide the expert guidance I wish I’d had access to—a partner who combines strategic vision with gritty, practical experience. My approach is direct, supportive, and relentlessly focused on your results. Let’s build your legacy, together.
Rob Brophy – Founder of Northern Star and ranked in the top 100 of UK Angel Investors by Founders Forum.
Contact Me
Ready to build a business that scales without you?
Your first step is a no-obligation, informal conversation during which we will:
- Discuss you and your business
- Clarify your number one priority
- Agree a plan to move forward
This is your moment. Claim it.