What We Do

Greys aim to support the growth and strategic development of SME, nurture and inspire entrepreneurial spirit.

GREYS offer a tailored, direct intervention “no-nonsense” focused, solutions orientated service, committed and passionate about supporting individuals and business to build and grow successful enterprises.

 

Concept to Starting Up a New Business

If you are thinking about or have aspirations to start up a business we are able to assist in Business Planning and raising finance.

Business Operations Review & Management Support

For businesses that require short term or ad hoc basis an experienced entrepreneur to assist, brainstorm, “business sit whilst you take a respite – break or are unwell or require interim management” we can source Executive Management Support.

Existing Business Expansion & Diversification

If on the other hand you wish to develop, diversify and or grow your enterprise we are able to offer help to move your plans forward.

New Business Market Development

Where a business would like to explore New market opportunities we can undertake market research, help identify and prepare a report with recommendations as to the efficacy of the proposal.

“Success isn't just about what you accomplish in your life. It's about what you inspire others to do.

Bringing Your Vision to Life

Why Work With Us

Just starting out in business?

As entrepreneurs ourselves our team at GREYS fully appreciate the challenges of starting up, developing and operating a successful enterprise. We understand that for many you may not know where to go and are fearful of taking that leap into the unknown, uncertain as to whether you can turn your idea into a viable, successful enterprise – but we would like to reassure you that with our help you REALLY CAN.

Developing Success

Do you want to take your business to the next level?

If you are an existing business and would like to explore New markets and scale up. Our team at GREYS will help implement practical business development strategies and solutions.

In particular where a business would like to explore New market opportunities we can undertake market research, help identify and prepare a report with recommendations as to the efficacy of the proposal.

Could you do with these business support services?

In a nutshell, we provide a holistic business support package, delivered via a blend of multi-media communications (Zoom) and in person meetings at your business office.

GREYS believe in nurturing entrepreneurship and in building successful businesses, and as part of this mission, we offer a range of business advice support services aimed at start-ups and SME existing enterprises.

This might take the form of review or preparation of a comprehensive business plan or a social funding proposal. Help with raising finance loans or grants and sign posting to relevant useful trusted professional bodies, business networking groups and guidance on developing a New business idea.

Additionally, we aim to offer practical solutions to most business challenges, (operating much like a business counsellor) delivered by our dedicated, trained, accredited friendly professional advisor(s) who have over 25 years of experience of running their own enterprises, with knowledge in a broad range of business sectors. For existing businesses the focus may take the form of an assessment on internal business operations and or primarily through research and ‘creative thinking’ help in identifying and developing new markets or products to support diversification, sustainability and growth.

Do you need assistance in developing your business legal framework or restructuring?

We work with sole traders, partnerships, private limited companies and community social enterprises CIC or CIO for whom we aim to deliver an impactful, results orientated business support services and trust that you will be inspired and also enjoy the process.

You must do the thing you think you cannot do to achieve growth and success in oneself and in your business

If the following key points apply to you…
  • I have a burning ambition to achieve my dream of setting up in business
  • I have always wanted to set up my own enterprise
  • I am frustrated in my current role and want a change of life direction
  • I have some of the right blend of skills sets required for my business but may need extra training
  • I may need to raise funding/investment – but don’t know how to access Business Grants or Loans

Here is how we can help

GREYS will help you Maximize and build on your strengths, identify your weakness,
opportunities and threats and assist you in putting together a comprehensive Business Plan to support you on this exciting new journey of business discovery, at the end of which you will have the confidence and ability to transition from being an employee to an entrepreneur and to launch your new venture.

What if I am already trading?
  • I want to raise finance to scale up and grow our business services
  • I am a little unsure or would like to share and discuss ideas with a professional to explore where to take our business next
  • We have internal staffing or other operational issues
  • We have been considering undertaking a full business audit on our internal operations, HR Talent Resource, Sales & Marketing, Operations, Finance, GDPR, IT System and Stakeholder Engagement
  • Are you an extremely busy CEO or Manager dealing with the day to day operation and as a result have limited time to allocate to the Strategic growth and development of your operation?
We can do the following:
  • We can help you leverage your time and energy more effectively through implementing new methods of working
  • Implement a phased program of change where necessary
  • Prepare a Business Plan or develop the current document
  • Assist in identifying and manage risks putting in place contingency measures
  • Preparing a work force development plan
  • Support in accessing COVID 19 Workplace Risk Assessments

Endorsements

If you want your business to be impactful, functional for your customers and to have a long lasting business, Greys Associates will help you get there. Thank you Monica for streamlining our ideas and making them a reality. Monica is always on hand to guide us through what can sometimes be a minefield of information. This caring, accomplished and expert in her field woman is just the best!

Lorraine Bellot – BBR

Greys are very skilled and experienced in all the important aspects of business development services:- Advice, planning, assessment, implementing initiatives, excellent commitment and work ethic…and all with a smile.

T. Dennison – Aztra