Business Mentors in London

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Extensive experience managing and mentoring London businesses

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100+ Years of business experience across our London mentorship team

It's easy to see why London is such a powerhouse for business. Not only has it overtaken New York as the world's leading centre of global finance, but it's also a vibrant, culturally and socially rich environment which inspires innovation. Household names, including Sir Tim Berners-Lee, Sir Richard Branson and Lord Alan Sugar, all started their journeys in London.

The challenge for businesses, however, is that with so much competition for attention, customers and investment, how do you make sure your company not only stands out but stands head and shoulders above the rest? That’s exactly what our London business mentors do: help business owners develop clear strategies, strengthen their leadership, and achieve sustainable growth. With the support of our experienced business mentors, entrepreneurs can gain the insight, guidance, and strategic direction needed to overcome challenges and unlock new opportunities.

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How Our Business Mentoring Works

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Free Consultation

Every partnership starts with a no-obligation, complimentary consultation. We take the time to understand your business, goals, and challenges.

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Mentor Matching

Once we know a bit more about you and your business, we will pair you with one or more of our London business mentors with expertise and specialisms in your industry.

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Business Review

Your dedicated London mentor will meet with you and your team to carry out a thorough review of your business using our proven Your Business Model framework. We will review leadership, people, financials, sales, and operations to identify exactly where opportunities and weaknesses lie.

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Strategic Planning

With the insights from your review, we work with you to build a clear, actionable strategic plan for growth. Where relevant, this will include a longer-term exit plan tailored to your personal goals.

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Ongoing Programme

We work with you on an ongoing basis, meeting regularly, holding you accountable, and being on hand as your business evolves. No long contracts. No jargon. Just practical guidance from someone who's been there.

What You Get From Our London Coaching & Mentoring Programmes

Local Expertise

By investing in our London business mentoring services, business owners can benefit from expert guidance tailored to London’s competitive business environment. With experience across industries including finance, technology, media, and fashion, our mentors provide relevant and practical support designed to help entrepreneurs make informed business decisions.

Connections to London's extensive network of investors and industry leaders allow our mentors to offer valuable insights and strategic partnerships. This deep local knowledge is essential for fostering growth, innovation and success in one of the world's most dynamic business environments.

A Tailored Approach for Established Businesses

Mentoring isn't one-size-fits-all, especially for established businesses. Our mentors recognise that every business has unique aspirations and challenges which require different approaches to meet them.

Regardless of whether you’re a finance broker in Canary Wharf, a construction business in Camden or an antique dealer in Brentford, our business mentoring services are customised to suit your industry, size, and objectives. We work closely with businesses to create a personalised plan that aligns with your vision, helping you achieve your business dreams.

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Meet Our Mentors In London

Steve Drake

Steve Drake

Steve brings over 30 years of experience in blue-chip FMCG retail businesses across senior strategy, commercial, marketing, sales and operations roles, both in the UK and internationally. His background gives him particular depth in driving performance improvement and leading change programmes that deliver real, measurable results for SME owners.

Nick Teunon

Nick Teunon

Nick has more than 20 years of experience as Chief Financial Officer across a range of companies, including listed and private equity-backed businesses, and prior to that, he spent a decade at PricewaterhouseCoopers as a chartered accountant. His CFO background gives him exceptional depth in financial strategy, raising investment, and navigating growth or ownership change.

Mark Roblett

Mark Roblett

Mark has been instrumental in setting up and running several successful businesses over the past 30 years, accumulating a wealth of knowledge across both international corporations and local SMEs. Having built businesses himself, he brings an entrepreneur's instinct alongside genuine hands-on experience, helping owners think more clearly, sharpen their focus and build something sustainable.

Joe Hinton

Joe Hinton

After a successful 35-year banking career spanning leadership, people management, strategy, sales and marketing, Joe founded UK Business Mentoring in 2009. As the creator of UKBM's proven Your Business Model framework, Joe brings a wealth of cross-sector experience helping business owners cut through complexity, build solid foundations and create clear growth plans.

What London Business Owners Say About Working With Us

We have experience supporting a huge range of businesses across all London boroughs, including the City, Canary Wharf, Shoreditch, Mayfair, Camden, Brixton and more. See just a few examples of what London business owners say about working with our London Mentors below.

  • “I have been working with Mark for 18 months and he has been fantastic. His initial company investigation and staff interviews provided very valuable insight as to where weaknesses were present and this provided the necessary building blocks of restructure and planning. Our regular monthly meetings allow for constructive progress to be made all the time and highlights the areas needing more attention. Mark has a genuine passion for what he does and this comes across easily with his enthusiasm. He has taught me to develop a better work life balance which has been extremely important to my family life. I would highly recommend Mark to anyone who is needing a professional outside eye to give constructive criticism with genuine achievable new results. Thanks again Mark for all your help and support.”
    Sean Dunn, Kentish Town, London

    14th of April, 2026

  • “Joe Hinton at UKBM has been by our side since the early days of our family-run company in 2011 when we had very little experience and know-how on growing our business. He worked with us steadily and patiently, building our understanding, strategy and confidence, and has been there through every twist and turn, helping us to make key decisions at key moments. Engaging with UKBM was a 'sliding doors' moment in our journey; we simply would not have survived, let alone thrived, without his all-round input and support over the years. Joe is a true professional, combining business expertise with people skills in a genuinely caring way. We could not have afforded to be without mentoring from UKBM.”
    Thomas Davies Kitchens, Kingston-Upon-Thames, London

    2 Years Ago

  • “Steve Drake has been an incredible mentor in my business journey. His guidance, experience, and honest feedback have helped me gain clarity, grow my confidence, and make smarter decisions. Steve genuinely cares about the people he works with and goes above and beyond to support your success. I’m truly grateful for his mentorship and would highly recommend him to anyone looking to grow in business.”
    Girish Katira, Asia Pacific Rocks, Hounslow, London
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    Why Work With UK Business Mentors

    We’ve worked with businesses of every size and across a vast range of industries. We have a range of business mentors who make up our team, and you can work with the mentor whose experience best suits your business.
    • Rated No. 1 in the UK for Business Mentoring and Business Coaching firms
    • 208 client five-star reviews (96% five-star and 4% four-star)
    • Experienced across multiple industries and business sizes
    • Local mentors across the UK who understand regional markets
    • Straight-talking advice – no long contracts, no jargon, no fluff
    • A money-back pledge – if you don’t think we have added value, you don’t pay

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    We build long term relationships with our clients

    We become their ‘unreasonable friend’, which means we will ask the question or maybe say the thing that business owners may not want to hear but know that it’s done for their benefit. To learn more, download our client brochure by clicking the link down below.

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    FAQs

    What is business mentoring, and how is it different from coaching?

    Business mentoring is a long-term relationship with a trusted adviser who gets to know you, your business and your goals. As business mentors, we challenge your thinking, act as a sounding board, and guide you through every stage of growth.

    Meanwhile, business coaching tends to be more focused and shorter-term, targeting specific skills or performance goals. At UKBM, we offer both, and many clients benefit from a blend of the two depending on where they are in their business journey.

    How much does business mentoring cost in London?

    Our programmes are tailored to each business, so costs vary depending on the level of support you need. The best starting point is our complimentary initial session, which gives you the chance to discuss your goals with one of our London business mentors at no cost and no obligation. Get in touch to arrange yours.

    How often will I meet my business mentor?

    That's entirely up to you. Some clients meet their mentor weekly, others fortnightly, monthly or quarterly. We are flexible and will try to accommodate your business and your diary. Sessions are face-to-face and typically run between one and a half to three hours. Outside of scheduled meetings, your mentor is available by phone virtually any time you need them.

    What industries do your London mentors cover?
    Our London mentoring team brings experience across a wide range of sectors, including FMCG, retail, finance, banking, marketing and operations, both in the UK and internationally. Because our approach is built around your specific business model rather than industry templates, we work effectively with businesses across most sectors, from professional services in the City to trades businesses in the outer boroughs.
    How do I know if I need a business mentor?

    Most business owners don't realise they need a mentor until they're already stretched thin. If you're finding it hard to step back and work on the business rather than in it, struggling with decisions around growth, people or profitability, or simply feeling like there's no one in the business you can talk to openly, those are the clearest signs.

    A mentor gives you the outside perspective, honest challenge and strategic support that's almost impossible to get from within your own four walls. If any of that sounds familiar, our complimentary first session is a no-pressure way to find out what's possible.

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