
The Alternative Board Milton Keynes
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Thrive with other business owners in Milton Keynes
Running a business is unlike anything else. But, you don't have to do it alone.
Phil Smith runs TAB advisory boards in Milton Keynes and loves what he does – helping business owners identify opportunities and solve key challenges they face in their businesses.
Since Joining TAB...
68%
of members said their turnover increased
91%
of members said their ability to address people or organisational issues improved
87%
of members said their leadership skills improved
81%
agree they get great value from their TAB Board
Your Milton Keynes Facilitator
Get in touch with James
Phil Smith is the facilitator and business coach for The Alternative Board Milton Keynes region. For the last twenty years he has been an SME Owner/Director where, with business partners, he launched and grew two companies within the Professional Audio Industry, the second culminated in a successful trade buyout exit.
With the benefit of working within in a close-knit team of owner/directors - where mutual support and encouragement were critical factors in the growth of the business - Phil offers a wealth of experience and that same support to other business owners in the SME community, enabling them to develop and achieve their vision for themselves and their business.
Phil’s varied career covers single-location businesses through to large multi-site international companies across the Manufacturing, Distribution, Banking and Retail sectors. His skill-set is Operations and Systems Thinking and roles have included Marketing, IT, Project Management, Production Management, Product Development and Operations. Phil has an Honours Degree in Engineering Science and Industrial Management from The University of Liverpool and is a member of the Institute of Directors.
Discover the power of peer advice
Start with you
Focus on what you want in life and how your business can help get you there.
Increase profitability
Be held accountable to meet your business targets.
Improve decisions
Take control of your decisions through peer support and proven planning tools.
Make better time choices
Spend your time well by utilising the experience of others.
Become a better leader
Motivate your people with the guidance of peers and an expert coach.
Plan a successful exit
Get the best result for you with tailored, hands-on support.
What our members say...
Phil is a much-needed sounding board.

Phil is a constant source of support, ideas and energy.

TAB has enabled us to grow our sales and profit, improve workplace processes, and manage our jobs/clients. I can discuss problems or ideas with Phil and TAB also has a great resource hub.

I now understand that growth doesn’t have to mean stress.

TAB offers a valuable platform for sharing ideas and reflecting with others who understand both my business and the industry as a whole. It helps in setting and agreeing on milestones, ensuring that they are properly monitored and achieved.

Start your TAB journey
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He will contact you to arrange an introductory meeting.
Chat about whether TAB is right for you and your business.
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