Richard Gadd
Founder & Executive Director Consultant Coach & Mentor Leadership Expert Critical Friend @Developing Business Excellence Limited
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WORK HISTORY
Founder & Executive Director Consultant Coach & Mentor Leadership Expert Critical Friend @Developing Business Excellence Limited
York, GB
We offer bespoke values-driven business management consultancy (https://bit.ly/3PUkN8y), coaching and mentoring to discerning business clients and individual learners.Constructive feedback is our speciality, and we have the experience, skills, knowledge, and attitude to enable you to succeed Our goal is to enable others (businesses and learners) to become their best version of themselves We celebrate uniqueness, promote critical thinking, and encourage reflective learningTypical interventions include: Business performance improvement consultancy Executive coaching and mentoring for those individuals and teams with a genuine \'growth mindset\' and determination to excel Elimination of inefficiency, duplication, and waste Virtual authentic leadership training Critical review of LinkedIn profiles, Cirriculum Vitaes, job applications, and organisational directives Business continuity planning Risk management Strategic planning Proof reading and policy refinement, including business reports Formulation of Personal Learning and Development planning Holding senior executives to account Critical reviews of Business logos, websites, pitches, and virtual backdrops, Don\'t just accept the rambling of a LinkedIn profile, but read our 5 Reviews on #Yell and Google, read the Recommendations below, or ask us for contact details of a previous clientWe\'re so confident of our ability to help others, we offer unlimited free \'Discovery Calls\' at https://calendly.com/richard-gadd
EDUCATION
Advanced Management Skills
Management Consultant Training, Consultancy and Value Engineering
The Open University
MBA (Life Sciences), Strategic Healthcare
The Open University
Master's degree, MSc (Open)
Institute of Healthcare Management
Accredited Manager (Senior), Middlesex University
Edinburgh Napier University
Master’s Degree, MSc Entrepreneurial Leadership (MEL)
Royal Military Academy Sandhurst
Standard Military Commissioning Course, Leadership and Management
University of Exeter
Leadership Matters: Contemporary Debates
Chartered Management Institute
Chartered Manager, Business Administration and Management, General
SKILLS
ABOUT RICHARD GADD
From frontline to #seniorleadership, I bring real-world experience to #coaching and #consultancy, guiding leaders and learners to progress with purpose,#trust, and enduring impact I’m an accredited #Business #Management #Consultant, Executive #Coach, and #Mentor with more than 30 years’ experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in complex, resource-scarce environments. I know first-hand that authentic growth isn’t about titles or quick fixes: it’s about enduring #professional relationshipsClients describe me as a critical friend: someone who listens deeply, challenges constructively, and offers honest support to help them achieve clarity, confidence, and impact. My work is guided by values that matter;#respectforothers,#integrity,#humility,#authenticleadership, and a #senseofhumour I support discerning leaders to: Define mission, purpose, and key performance indicators Build accountability, transparency, and organisational resilience Strengthen leadership capability across teams Improve Equality, Diversity & Inclusion performance I work with ambitious learners to: Build confidence, resilience, and personal effectiveness Develop standout CVs, LinkedIn profiles, and career transition strategies Navigate change by leveraging personal values Embrace individuality and avoid “being beige”🤝 Free, unlimited Discovery Calls to ensure the right fit — every relationship starts with trust Bespoke, cost-effective solutions tailored to your context Concise, actionable, and non-obligatory recommendations An enduring partnership that prioritises authentic growth over transactional fixes Committed to improving themselves or their organisation Open to constructive feedback and reflection Aligned with values of respect, integrity, and authenticity Ready to be different, not conformist Seeking resilience after bullying at work or difficult leadership experiencesTestimonials consistently highlight my ability to cut through complexity, identify key priorities, and provide clarity while creating a supportive, non-judgmental environment.I don’t just consult or coach; I partner with people to achieve lasting leadership development, organisational performance, and personal growth. Facebook at https://bit.ly/493v2ii +44••••••••00 +44••••••••70 i•••@developingbusinessexcellence.co.uk
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