“Claire understands policy at all levels and that successful organisations don’t just respond to their environment, they shape it. She achieves this because she can turn an idea into policy, and translate policy into practical actions.”

“Your support and contribution to the [Masters in Public Administration] Managing People and Public Finance modules during the pandemic was invaluable… you helped allay student fears and make difficult subjects enjoyable.”

“The [Local Government] perceptions report continues to pay dividends. We refer to it regularly. I do hope we get the chance to work together again some time. I liked your calm approach to that work!”

“Working with Claire was inspirational and has made a big difference to our transformation programme. Her commercial knowledge and market insight helped us to really think through our strategic business priorities.”

“It was a pleasure working alongside Claire whilst she completed her evaluation on our service’s systems change work. Professional, personal & flexible – Claire really got to understand the complex nature of our work in order to give a true evaluation of what we have achieved, what we are trying to do and what we have struggled with. Claire went further than this to help our team recognise and appreciate all the great work that we do which we just take for granted as our day to day job – thanks Claire.”

“Claire was the first independent Chair of the Unipol Code Audit Panel in Nottingham… Claire’s thorough and diligent approach has been key to reviewing, strengthening and re-evaluating practices … and the robust and fair administration of the Code’s standards.”

“I was extremely impressed by Claire's professionalism... Claire works extremely hard and has an excellent friendly personality which inspires those she works with. I would have no hesitation in recommending Claire as a Strategic Consultant.”

Duncan Milne FCMA, Finance Consultant and Interim

"Claire completed a Business Review for DASH Services. Her attention to detail, knowledge of governance issues and level of professionalism in her work lead me to highly recommend her. She is approachable, responds to queries promptly and asks insightful questions. Thank you for your hard work Claire! "

“… the summary [of our Helpline evaluation] is great and captures what is needed in an appropriate way for an external audience…. It has been a pleasure to work with you through this process.”

Claire conducted the Forest IQ’s midterm review. Claire was a pleasure to work with, excellent communication throughout, quickly grasped project complexities, as well as fulfilling all deliverables. The midterm review provided very useful feedback with recommendations we are taking forward and implementing.

Perhaps most importantly [Richard and Claire] have the ability to remain independent and impartial whilst building an excellent relationship with the team involved in the project. They have an understanding, supportive and non-judgmental approach to gathering information, and that, in turn, helps staff, stakeholders and customers feel able to be open and honest in feedback with them… Their communication and updates are really timely and conversations and feedback diplomatic and discrete when needed. They have also shown genuine interest in, and knowledge of, the unique work area of the project and purpose (young people, employability and SEND)… They have a clear passion for their work, especially in social research and that has meant at times talking to them has felt like talking to (impartial) friends.

Claire is great communicator, engaging, and adaptable. She was kind, understanding, and honest when the project requirements shifted. Her flexibility in this regard was greatly appreciated. The report she produced was well structured, robust, and fulfilled the brief - it captured all that had been achieved by the project. We would happily work with her again.