"Working with Stuart over a course of mentoring sessions has been invaluable to myself as an individual and the business as a whole.
Stuart has consistently been able to offer advice on a range of different topics across the breadth of business areas, from sales and operations, HR / people management and marketing.
As an SME, with all the challenges that involves, we have been able to, in a relatively short period of time, draw down on Stuart's wealth of experience and knowledge to give invaluable advice on future business strategy but also to tackle short term issues and this has delivered some quick wins.
Stuart's approach is methodical, considered and very much process driven which gives a great perspective for any company looking to navigate its way to or through significant periods of growth. Throughout our time working together Stuart has always been approachable, professional and friendly.
We would have no hesitation in recommending Stuart and look forward to working alongside Stuart in the future."

Richard Bailey

Managing Director

"Hello Stuart,
Thank you for yesterday, and below is my testimonial which is honest and unbiased.
In a world full of noise, confusion, doubt it is easy to lose direction. Moreover, to receive a hard accurate truth is a rare occurrence in an environment infused with soft ''puppies'' wanting to be liked (i.e. wanting to sell/get paid).
All business (and personal) relationships are here to make us grow and I would recommend Stuart as The Mentor to any Director who is looking to grow into the best version of themselves as Directors. Yes, Stuart is an astute professional in revenue generation (with PROVEN track record), but he is so much more.
To me Stuart is a source of Clarity, Truth and Opportunity (with attention to detail) to becoming a successful communicator, leader and entrepreneur. The wealth of experience (at his age and energy levels) that he has to share is rare to come by, let alone an opportunity to learn through osmosis. I can not get that from reading business books or working with Consultants who have not done it successfully themselves (and for themselves) multiple times.
Thank you Stuart!"

Mr Saul Mockus, Msc(Eng)

Managing Director

"Working with my mentor has been an incredibly impactful experience. The way they enabled me to take a step back, look at the bigger picture, and analyse the best routes forward in line with my long-term goals made all the difference. One of the most powerful moments for me was when they simply asked, 'What do you think?'—it shifted the responsibility and perspective back to me in the best possible way.
The biggest change in my thinking has been around planning for the long term, with scalability and a much better management structure and mindset in place. A real 'ah-ha' moment for me was the realisation that this is my business, and I can take it in my direction—not in the direction I believe others think it should go. That realisation, as ridiculous as it might sound, brought a huge sense of freedom.
I’ve absolutely moved closer to my goals, and I genuinely appreciate the ability of my mentor to open my mind to bigger picture thinking and long-term planning. I can’t think of anything that didn’t work well, though perhaps having minutes and goals from each session could enhance the structure. But that’s really just being picky.
Thank you for helping me see things more clearly and for guiding me towards a more empowered and strategic path."

Stephen Henderson

CEO

"What stood out most in the mentoring sessions was the focus on self-improvement—especially reshaping my mindset to be more organised and business-oriented. One simple yet powerful question, ‘Why?’ challenged me to reflect on the root causes of my thinking and pushed me to adjust my strategy. It’s been helpful to be challenged in that way.
Since we started, I’ve become more articulate and deliberate in how I communicate. I now think more carefully before speaking and consider how others might perceive me, which has helped me develop more empathy and awareness. A particularly eye-opening moment was realising how certain phrases I used could unintentionally come across as belittling.
I feel like I’ve come a long way from our first session. I was naïve then, but now I think with more clarity. While I know this is just the beginning, I’m proud of the progress and every small win so far.
You are a great mentor and an incredibly interesting person. I hope we continue building on this journey and strengthening our friendship along the way."

Matt Carnegie

Managing Director

"Working with Stuart has been a really important part of my development. What worked best was the open, unstructured nature of our conversations—there was space to explore without pressure, and that led to real insight. Stuart has been incredibly knowledgeable and, more importantly, truly listened. He created a space where my lack of knowledge wasn’t a barrier, but an opportunity to grow. His flexibility was also a huge help when life and work got busy. One question that really stuck with me was, ‘Where do I want to be in five years?’ I still don’t have a full answer, but it’s already helping me shift from living day-to-day to thinking more intentionally about the future. I’ve also realised how important it is to carve out time to think strategically—structure and processes are essential, and I now see that more clearly than ever. While I sometimes struggled to follow through on actions after each session, I know that’s something I can improve on. Overall, I have a much better understanding of what it might take to move into a leadership role, and I’m grateful for Stuart’s role in helping me get there."

Katie Douglas

Managing Director

"Stuart Ovington completely transformed how I approach my business. I was in a really tough spot - juggling two companies while dealing with the overwhelming pressure of being stretched too thin as a business owner. I was so caught up in the daily chaos that I'd lost sight of the bigger picture. Honestly, I felt like I was drowning, trying to figure out how to bring these two businesses together without destroying what made them work in the first place.
Engaging with Stuart was the best decision I have made. He stepped in during this chaos and helped us figure it all out. What could have been a complete mess actually went smoothly, and we managed to keep what made us special while getting so much more efficient.
The biggest shift for me personally was learning to step back from the day-to-day grind. Stuart helped me see that I needed to focus on where the business was heading, not just putting out fires every day. That mindset change has made all the difference in how we've grown since then.
Having Stuart as a board advisor means I always have someone in my corner who is not afraid to ask the tough questions. He pushes me to think differently and actually gives me concrete steps I can take, not just vague advice. It's the kind of mentorship that makes you better at what you do.
If you're dealing with major changes in your business or just want to take things to the next level, Stuart is the person you want on your team. He gets it, and he'll help you get there."

Simon Ashley

Director