Testimonials

  • "I have worked with Nick for over 15 years. During this time, Nick has shown great expertise and capability in helping position and improve the perception of the company in our public and private market places. He has brought great and different insights and understanding into how the public sector works, and his range of contacts has proven to be very useful during a period of great change. I recommend Nick without hesitation – he delivers"

    — Nigel Perry, Board Member and former CEO – Centre for Process Innovation

  • "Graeme Miller's leadership as the former leader of Sunderland City Council was exceptional. His clear vision and indomitable personality drove significant progress and positive change in the city. Graeme’s ability to inspire and lead with determination has left a lasting legacy, and his contributions have been invaluable to Sunderland’s growth"

    — Neil Hart, CX - Bradley Hall

  • "I have known Nick for many years. Nick is one of the brightest and most analytical thinkers in the region. He uses his intelligence on his work, achieving great results. He will challenge the status quo if necessary and provoke you to think sufficiently to make good decisions. His approach is truly refreshing and he’s great to work with. A great addition to any project, team or company"

    — Neil Mundy – Ellingham Associates

  • "I had the pleasure of working with Graeme when he as Leader of Sunderland council delivered great change, massive inward investment and strong leadership in the city. A man who leads with passion, heart and pride he cares deeply about the citizens of his city and wanted to help deliver a vision everyone could be proud of and seed hard results, such as new rented homes, new homes for sale, regeneration in the city centre and great events that brought many thousands of visitors into the city. Someone who always delivered"

    — Nigel Wilson – Chief Executive Trident Homes

  • "We started working with Nick after being very impressed with his organisational skills at the regional Economic Forum. Nick worked closely with our marketing team in assisting us shape /implement our PR and vision strategy. Nick is always prepared to assist in other areas of business development where he offers a valuable objective voice with the company’s best interests at the forefront of his thinking. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to any company intent on business growth and who require assistance in their strategic Public Affairs development"

    — Jacqui Miller MBE, Sales & Marketing Director – Miller International

  • "I had the privilege of working with Graeme when he as Leader of Sunderland council delivered great change, massive inward investment and strong leadership in the city, resulting in the regeneration and transformation of Sunderland through the Riverside Masterplan and Stadium village plans amongst others. His support for the automotive sector, Nissan and its supply chain partners was unwavering and ensured Nissan and Envision AESC invested billions into the Gigafactory structures that the manufacturing process needed for the future. Graeme says what he means and means what he says and has always delivered"

    — Martin Kendall - Managing Director, Vantec Europe Ltd

  • "Nick was recommended to us and quite simply we have never looked back. His grasp of the planning process, his understanding of local government and his wide-reaching networks have proved invaluable to the business. His business insight is sharp and provides additional value through this input too".

    — Barry Ladhar – Crafted Projects

  • "Graeme has been instrumental in the ongoing regeneration of Sunderland City Centre. He had the vision and political leadership in his role as Portfolio lead for Housing and Regeneration and then as Leader of the Council to drive the regeneration through a combination of appointing dynamic senior officers and working with external partners to maximise private sector investment. Graeme is a business focussed politician as he understands the needs of business having worked in the private sector in senior management roles. He is a people person who is always willing to listen and learn. Through his significant experience he is well placed to assist others navigate an evolving political and economic environment within the Northeast and beyond"

    — Gavin Cordwell‑Smith, Chief Executive - Hellens Group

  • "I have known Nick for many years. Nick is one of the brightest and most analytical thinkers in the region. He uses his intelligence on his work, achieving great results. He will challenge the status quo if necessary and provoke you to think sufficiently to make good decisions. His approach is truly refreshing and he’s great to work with. A great addition to any project, team or company"

    — Si Bales, CEO – BDaily

  • "I had the privilege of working alongside Graeme for four years whilst at Sunderland City Council, and I can wholeheartedly attest to his exceptional leadership, particularly in the realms of political strategy, regeneration, and change management. His ability to navigate complex political landscapes with diplomacy and foresight was consistently impressive. Whether engaging with stakeholders, managing political relations (on all sides), or steering initiatives through challenging environments, he demonstrated a deep understanding of how to balance competing interests while achieving strategic objectives"

    — Chris Healy - Director of Development at Advance Northumberland