Interim Executive Leadership

Experienced Hands When You Need Them Most

Whether covering a critical gap, leading transformation, or building capability - I step in to maintain momentum and deliver results while you find your permanent solution.

500+ People Led
10+ Years Director Level
£200M+ P&L Managed

When Interim Leadership Makes Sense

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Sudden Departure

Your COO or transformation lead has left unexpectedly. You need someone who can step in immediately and maintain momentum while you search for the right permanent hire.

As Long As You Need
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Critical Transformation

You're launching a major change programme but don't have the internal expertise. You need experienced leadership to set it up for success.

3-18 month engagements
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Capability Building

You have talented people who aren't quite ready for the next level. You need someone to deliver results while developing your future leaders.

6-12 month development

What I Deliver as Your Interim Leader

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Immediate Stability

From day one, I provide the steady hand your organisation needs. No learning curve, no politics - just experienced leadership focused on maintaining performance.

  • Team confidence restored
  • Stakeholder relationships maintained
  • Decision-making momentum continued
  • Performance metrics protected
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Transformation Progress

I don't just maintain the status quo. I drive forward the changes your business needs, building momentum that continues after I leave.

  • Clear transformation roadmap
  • Quick wins delivered early
  • Teams aligned and energised
  • Sustainable change embedded
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Team Development

I believe in building capability, not dependency. Your teams grow stronger under my leadership, ready to excel when your permanent leader arrives.

  • Future leaders identified and developed
  • Skills gaps addressed
  • Decision-making confidence built
  • Succession planning implemented
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How I Ensure Seamless Transition

Week 1: Listen & Learn

Rapid immersion to understand your business, culture, and immediate priorities. Meet key stakeholders and identify quick wins.

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Weeks 2-4: Stabilise & Plan

Take control of operations, address urgent issues, and develop 90-day plan aligned with your strategic objectives.

Months 2-3: Drive Progress

Execute priority initiatives, build team momentum, and deliver tangible results that demonstrate value and build confidence.

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Exit

Smooth Handover

Comprehensive transition to permanent leader with full documentation, team introductions, and ongoing support if needed.

Recent Success Stories

Interim COO

Automotive Distributor

Stepped in during financial crisis. Negotiated with HMRC, rebuilt financial controls, and returned business to profitability within months.

90% Debt Reduced
80% Sales Growth
Digital Transformation Director

Aldi UK & Ireland

Led critical technology programmes and 150+ person transformation team. Delivered measurable improvements while building internal capability.

98% Accuracy Achieved
72% Loss Reduction
Director of eCommerce

Rapid Launch Programme

Built and led teams to launch nationwide service during COVID crisis. Created sustainable operation that continued to grow after handover.

£200M Revenue Built
200+ Stores Launched

My Promise as Your Interim Leader

I understand the trust you're placing in me during a critical time. Here's what you can count on:

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No Agenda

I'm here to serve your needs, not angle for permanent position

Fast Start

Adding value from day one with no lengthy onboarding

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Build, Don't Break

Strengthen teams and culture, never undermine them

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Clean Handover

Comprehensive transition ensuring continuity of progress

Dan Smith

Dan Smith

Former Aldi Director who's led 150+ person teams and delivered transformational results. I bridge the gap between strategy and execution, taking ownership of critical problems until they're solved. Whether crisis recovery, digital transformation, or interim leadership - I deliver measurable outcomes, fast.

Learn more about my experience

Need Experienced Leadership Now?

Let's discuss how I can step in to maintain momentum and deliver results while you build your permanent solution.