A plain speaking approach to business advice, building brands and supporting boards, helping founders and investors achieve their strategic goals
“Instincts and judgement with a straightforward, hands-on approach. I recommend him to anyone starting or growing a business”
Ben Goldsmith - Menhaden Capital
After an MBA at SDA Bocconi in Milan, Mark pioneered the ‘competitive socialising’ phenomenon in the UK, founding All Star Lanes in 2006 and remaining as CEO until 2014, scaling the business to 5 venues. Since then he has advised and mentored on numerous start-ups and existing businesses, in multiple sectors, including e-commerce, property, hotels and coffee. More recently he played a central role in launching Wild by Tart, the restaurant and events business in Belgravia, London, where he acted as Chairman for 3 years.
“I was a co-director with Mark for 10 years at All Star Lanes and have worked with him since then on several projects. His skills at bringing teams together all pulling in the same direction are immense. He is acutely aware of his strengths and of his limitations and he is highly respectful of those around him and the value they bring. Staff turnover at management level was virtually zero during his 8 years as CEO at All Star, a testament to his collegiate approach, people skills and his ability to manage an evolving business”.
Dan Evans - All Star Lanes
With a wide range of skills and an extensive network, Mark is a single resource for founders and entrepreneurs. From refining and validating an idea through to funding and launch, he provides critical support and a wealth of experience. Mark also works with existing businesses and investors supporting growth, strategy and performance.
“We engaged Mark as a consultant primarily for business and financial planning for Wild by Tart, our London based restaurant and events business, The results were superb and we were able to hit our sizeable investment targets with relative ease. We duly invited him onto the board as chairman and he played a key role guiding the business in its infancy. He is thoughtful, sensible and has tremendous instincts”
Tom Warren - Wild by Tart