From ambition to execution What holds growth back
Most SME leaders do not lack ambition. UK data suggests the opposite: many still want to grow, even in a difficult trading environment. The challenge is that ambition alone rarely delivers results.
This session looks at the barriers that prevent growth plans from gaining traction, using UK Government evidence to highlight the execution challenges SME leaders most often face.
Attendees will leave with a practical way to assess whether their growth plans are focused, realistic, and supported by the right management and organisational discipline.
What attendees will get:
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A grounded view of what UK data says about SME growth ambition and the barriers leaders most often face
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A practical explanation of why growth plans lose traction between intent and delivery
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A simple framework to test growth readiness across priorities, decision-making, accountability, and cross-team alignment
Move from intent to action. Secure your place today.
Speakers
Aidan Corbishley
Aidan Corbishley is the Managing Director of Mohala Growth Partners, a Cambridge-based growth consultancy that helps businesses improve revenue performance through stronger strategic and operational alignment. His work focuses on the gap between ambition and execution, supporting leadership teams to clarify priorities, strengthen cross-functional alignment, and create the conditions for sustainable growth.
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