Rebecca Lyons

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ABOUT REBECCA LYONS

Helping SMEs & Startups Gain Financial & Operational Clarity to Scale with Confidence I work with SMEs, startups, and scaling businesses to improve financial control, optimise systems, and develop growth strategies that actually work. With 20+ years in commercial finance, ERP (e.g. Odoo), and SME operations, I bring a practical, no-nonsense approach that gets results. Many businesses I support access funding through Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs), MentorsWork, and national SME programmes, making expert guidance more accessible. How I Help Businesses at Every Stage Pre-Startup & Early-Stage – Focused on business validation, mentoring, and financial planning. My Momentum Map framework helps founders gain clarity on financials, funding, and operational setup. Early-Stage Trading SMEs – Navigating growth with grant applications, mentoring, and structured support programmes such as MentorsWork and LEO funding. Established & Scaling Businesses – Optimising operations with Lean, Digital Start, expansion grants, ERP implementation, and strategic mentoring to support long-term success. What I Do Financial & Commercial Strategy – Helping SMEs understand their numbers, improve cash flow, and plan for growth. ERP & Digital Transformation – Supporting businesses to select, implement, and optimise ERP systems (often with grant support). Consulting & Mentoring – Working with businesses directly or via LEO (Lean & Digital Start), MentorsWork, and enterprise support programmes. Training & Speaking – Delivering workshops and mentoring through LEOs and SME networks. Non-Executive Director (NED) & Advisor – Providing strategic financial and operational guidance. Industry & Academic Roles Mentor on National SME Programmes – Including MentorsWork & LEO-funded business support. University Lecturer – Teaching digitalisation, innovation and professional development. Agile Executives Associate – Collaborating on national SME support initiatives and strategic advisory projects. Why Work With Me? 25+ years in commercial finance & operations in SMEs – I know the challenges and what works. Deep understanding of SME funding & grants – Helping businesses access support they may not realise is available. Straight-talking, results-driven approach – No fluff, just practical solutions that move businesses forward. Want to explore what support is available for your business? Let’s chat.