Hi, I'm Alison Ruddy.

I help businesses to grow, lead & succeed.

As a Fractional Finance Director, I provide strategic financial leadership for growing SMEs.

Combined with professional coaching credentials and corporate leadership experience I also empower your people to perform at the highest levels, without compromising wellness.

Access Board, strategic financial and people leadership experience for a fraction of the full time price tag.

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Client testimonies

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Alison ran three team sessions for my business - two business strategy days and one on increasing wellbeing, resilience & productivity. The sessions were extremely valuable particularly in the group format. I say that on behalf of myself and the team, all of whom commented on the benefits of the sessions. The business strategy days were based on aligning our thinking firstly by recognising what individual team members know about our strategy, thereafter looking for commonalities and focusing on the strengths and key outcomes i.e. what is our overall vision and how can we get there - as a team. There was an uplift in team spirit and we all seem to be moving in the same direction. I would recommend the sessions to any business executive interested in aligning their team over a few short quality sessions.

Kenneth - Managing Director
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We asked Alison to help the team with improving productivity and reducing stress. Throughout the session, Alison kept the team engaged and delivered with passion on these important topic areas, with practical tips and hints. Many thanks for helping us!

David - Chief Audit Executive
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Where do I start with the assistance from Alison. The help Alison has given me is immeasurable. I noticed a difference after the first meeting and I fully recommend Alison. I had found myself being negative and lost with my industry but Alison helped me to navigate and guide me through this. Now, my whole attitude to work and everything is so much better. My focus is so much better and my outlook is so much more positive. Alison also helped me set goals & indicators which has made the working day so much better which helps so much with everything outside of work too. 10/10, five-star rating & every plaudit I can give her. Thank you again Alison & will definitely be using your expertise in the future & with my team.

Steve - Managing Director
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Alison ran a session for my team on Mental Fitness and Peak Performance. The session was well delivered and informative as well as fun and interactive. I think the best training sessions are ones where there are tangible takeaways that you can build into your work day. This session definitely fits into that category and myself and the team are already implementing the techniques Alison shared during our time together. This was time well spent for the team. Thank you Alison!

Kieran - Director
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Alison recently conducted a two-part session for my team on productivity and empowering a team to thrive. Part 2 focused on achieving goals more effectively. Alison's approach was clear, calm, and very professional. Alison presented the theory behind simple yet impactful strategies to enhance productivity, offering the team practical, easy-to-implement habits. The team left feeling energised and enthusiastic, and grateful for the focus on mental health. Everyone expressed their appreciation and said they would highly recommend the session to others.

Kirsty - Senior buyer
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Alison is a fantastic coach and mentor. With so much business experience and the life experience that led her to coaching she is a great partner in success. Very much a people person, it is evident that Alison genuinely cares about others, and has the skills and knowledge to put the correct structure for success in place. Alison recently spoke at my business network for women and was a huge hit with the members. Her energy, passion and undeniable expertise makes her a great coaching choice. I highly recommend.

Denise - Owner - BWC

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