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Helping business grow smarter, faster, leaner

I help ambitious businesses embrace technology, scale efficiently and achieve sustainable growth. With 25+ years experience, I bring the knowledge, tools and hands on support to transform the way you work.

I'm Ashley Hopkins, I am the business

I've spent the past 25 years helping businesses grow, transform and thrive in competitive markets. From scaling renewable energy companies 13x in just two years, to driving global digital transformation at the world's leading fine wine marketplace, I've seen how the right blend of technology and strategy can unlock extraordinary results.

But here's the difference: when you work with me, you get me. Not a team of junior consultants, not layers of complexity. Just direct access to my experience, insights and proven track record of delivering growth and efficiency.

I believe in practical, clear strategies and being a trusted partner you can rely on.

Practical support to help your business grow and run better

I don't believe in generic consultancy. I work with you directly, tailoring solutions to your goals, challenges and opportunities.

Business Growth & Strategy

  • Define and execute clear growth strategies

  • Identify and expand into new markets

  • Build recurring revenue models for long term stability

Technology & Digital Transformation

  • Streamline operations with automation and AI

  • Implement scalable systems that future proof your business

  • Cut costs and improve efficiency with smarter tools

Operational Efficiency

  • Reduce costs through process redesign

  • Improve supply chain and logistics performance

  • Strengthen governance, reporting and controls

Proven results across multiple industries

Renewables Distributor

PROBLEM:

Rapid growth, demand outpacing operational capacity.

SOLUTION:

Built scalable systems, ecommerce platform and efficient supply chain

RESULT

Revenue grew from £10m to £130m in 2 years

Fine Wine Marketplace

PROBLEM:

Industry plagued by opacity, inefficiency and manual process.

SOLUTION:

Delivered global digital transformation using cloud first tech and automation to connect the industry.

RESULT

Revenue doubled, costs reduced by 30%, recurring revenue exceeded 50%

Global Wellness Brand

PROBLEM:

Aging product line up, US focused, not suitable for the global market.

SOLUTION:

Evaluated, redesigned and delivered to market ensuring product market fit.

RESULT

Significant profitable growth, company sale

Global Supply Chain

PROBLEM:

Fragmented operations, heavy working capital and costly.

SOLUTION:

Delivered cross border operational alignment and innovation.

RESULT

Consistent year on year profitability, serving blue chip clients

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What Clients Say

"Liv-ex is renowned for its best-in-class trading, logistics and data platform and operates in a complex environment. We have customers in 50 countries and a supply chain that operates in the UK, EU, Asia and US. Ash has helped us to navigate this complexity and has been directly responsible for transforming many areas of our business since 2012."

James Miles - CEO, Founder

Liv-ex Ltd

"Besides being an excellent team player, Ashley is a take-charge person who is able to present creative ideas and communicate the benefits. He successfully implemented standardized business and operational processes that enabled our operations to run lean and efficient."

Dustin Grosz - VP

Nautilus Inc.

Flexible Engagement Options

Choose the engagement model that works best for your business needs

Free Consultation

FREE

No obligation discussion about your business challenges

  • 30 Minute consultation

  • Business assessment

  • Practical advice

  • No sales pitch

Most popular

Ongoing Engagement

£2,000 /month

Continuous strategic support for sustained growth

  • Weekly half day engagement

  • Strategic guidance

  • Implementation support

  • Priority access

Project Work

POA

Custom pricing based on project scope and requirements

  • Tailored solutions

  • Direct access to expertise

  • Flexible engagement

  • Results driven approach