Practical Advice
From someone who's actually built, scaled and sold businesses.
Helping ambitious businesses grow
Award-winning Entrepreneur, business adviser, whisky specialist and e-commerce consultant. After building and successfully exiting two businesses, I now help founders avoid costly mistakes, create growth strategies and build businesses they're proud of.
I believe in helping businesses unlock their full potential through practical, honest, and creative guidance. Whether you’re just starting out, scaling up, or refining operations, my goal is to bring clarity, strategy, and support to help you grow with confidence. I work collaboratively to turn ideas into action, making business feel achievable, not overwhelming.
Integrity
Clear communication, fair pricing, and honest advice you can trust.
Simplicity
Breaking down complex challenges into manageable, actionable steps.
Creativity
Every business is different; I tailor solutions to reflect your brand, your vision, and your goals.
Collaboration
I work alongside you, not above you. Your business, your decisions, with my guidance.
Sustainability
Whether it’s long-term business planning or building systems that scale, I believe in doing things that last.
Testimonials
Accreditations
What support do you need?
Is your business stuck?
Do you know where you want to go but aren't sure how to get there?
I'll help you create a practical roadmap with measurable goals.
Instead of selling services, sell solutions.
Helping businesses grow with practical experience, not just theory.
Whether you're launching a new business, looking to scale, planning for succession or preparing for an exit, I bring the experience of having built, grown and successfully exited businesses myself.
I work alongside ambitious business owners as a trusted adviser, helping them make confident decisions, overcome challenges and create sustainable growth.
My expertise spans:
Business strategy and growth planning
E-commerce and digital transformation
Marketing and brand development
Manufacturing and operational improvement
Visitor attractions, tourism and hospitality
Whisky, food and drink businesses
Leadership, mentoring and accountability
It's never about offering one service. It's about finding the right combination of support to move your business forward.
Every business challenge is different. So is every solution.
I don't just advise businesses. I've built them, grown them, faced the challenges, celebrated the successes and successfully exited them. That experience means I understand not just what works, but what it feels like to run a business every day.
My Approach
A tailored approach to meet the specific needs for your business.
A few success stories from previous clients:
- Increased online sales by 40% for a boutique retailer through targeted e-commerce strategies using Shopify.
- Successfully launched a new product line on Amazon, achieving a 25% market share within six months.
- Expanded a small business into international markets, resulting in a 50% increase in annual revenue.
- Launched an independently bottled single malt whisky for both Angels' Share Glass & Bothy Distillery
- Supported a complete relocation of warehouse facilities and HR recruitment for Moon Bottles UK
- New website builds and launches for www.thethirdsin.com, www.maireadhume.com, www.bawe-scotland.org, www.fomoprotection.com
Navigate your way through business
Consultant | Strategy | E-commerce |Ops & Growth | ABM Mentor | Whisky & Products | Business Expert
CONTACT KAREN Email :karen@karensomerville.co.uk Tel: 07770865339