Value for you!
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.
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What support do you need?
Strategic and Operational Planning
With extensive experience across product-based, retail, e-commerce, and export-focused businesses, Using strong stratetic planning skills, you will have a clear grip of what numbers are coming up, you will understand the direction of your business using clear goal planning and be secure in the knowledge that long term, you know where your business is going.
Mentoring & Leadership Support
ABM Level 3 accredited mentor with Help to Grow for founders, boards, and senior leadership teams.
Financial Planning
Financial planning your business with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning. Working with you to create a financial strategy that fits your business needs and helps you achieve your financial goals.
Process and Manufacturing Development
Operational efficiency, manufacturing setup, and financial structure with tools like Xero,Sage, Unleashed Inventory management.
Events & Brand Experiences
Full event planning and strategy - from one-off launches to long-term brand experiences.
Whisky Industry Expertise
With over a decade in the whisky retail and whisky tasting world, Karen offers specialist consultancy for whisky distilleries & brands.
E-Commerce & Digital Strategy
Amazon, Shopify and Klaviyo planning and integration, digital marketing, social media strategy, and customer experience optimisation. Social media content and brand pillars.
Design, Branding & Communication
Shopify design & management, Canva design, marketing assets, business plans and pitch presentations.
Export & Compliance UK
Export/import guidance, including shipping, tariffs, and legal requirements. IP and Trademark guidance.
My Approach
A tailored approach to meet the specific needs for your business.
Here are 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.
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