ActionCOACH at 10 Downing Street: Leading UK SMEs

ActionCOACH at 10 Downing Street: Leading UK SMEs with expert business coaching

Andrew Sperring, a top business coach in the UK from ActionCOACH Bristol, was honoured with an exclusive invitation to 10 Downing Street by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on 1st February 2024. This high-profile event brought together leading UK entrepreneurs and small business owners to discuss how business coaching drives SME growth and sustainable business success.

Hosted by Gareth Davies MP, Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury, and Franck Petitgas, Special Adviser on Business and Investment, the roundtable explored key challenges facing small and medium-sized enterprises, including funding access, business scaling, workforce development, and profitability. Entrepreneurs shared success stories of growing local businesses into national and international brands, highlighting the impact of strategic mentoring and business coaching.

Andrew Sperring reflected on the experience: "Being at 10 Downing Street with other passionate business leaders highlighted the power of mentorship. Business coaching is essential for SMEs aiming to grow, improve performance, and thrive in today’s competitive market."

Andrew also spoke about his personal journey, including overcoming challenges like dyslexia and ADHD, and emphasised how inclusive workplaces and strong leadership drive long-term business success in the UK.

The roundtable included entrepreneurs such as Keisha Shah (Teddo Play), Holly Thallon Steenson (Viridian Nutrition), Mark Thompson (AceOn Group), and Daniel Woolfe (Enterprise Nation). Andrew’s invitation recognised him as the UK’s Number One Business Mentor for Impact on SMEs, awarded at the National Mentoring Matters Awards 2023.

"Supporting SMEs, which account for 99.2% of UK businesses, is at the heart of what I do," Andrew added. "Through tailored business coaching, small business owners can unlock growth, boost profits, and achieve their long-term goals."

At ActionCOACH, we specialise in helping business owners across the UK reach their full potential. Our expert small business mentoring and business coaching services provide actionable strategies, leadership development, and hands-on support to transform businesses of all sizes.

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