Non-Executive Director & Advisory
Board-level oversight, governance, and strategic guidance for private hire operators, investor-backed groups, and industry organisations.
What is a Non-Executive Director?
A Non-Executive Director is an independent member of your board who provides strategic oversight, governance, and challenge — without being involved in day-to-day operations.
Think of it as having an experienced operator in the boardroom asking the right questions, spotting risks early, and bringing an outside perspective grounded in deep industry knowledge.
Why Private Hire Boards Need Industry NEDs
Most taxi company boards lack independent oversight. PE-backed groups need someone who understands the industry beyond the spreadsheet. Consolidation decisions require someone who's done it before. Regulatory and licensing complexity needs experienced navigation.
An NED who's run 27 sites and managed a multi-operator acquisition sees things a generalist board member simply won't.
Advisory Board Roles
Less formal than a NED position, with fewer legal obligations. Advisory board roles offer strategic input, industry connections, and a sounding board for leadership — particularly suited to growing operators, dispatch technology companies, and new entrants to the market.
What I Bring to a Board
- Cross-scale operational perspective — 60-car independents to 16,000+ driver national groups
- Technical knowledge to evaluate technology strategy and vendors
- Consolidation and M&A experience across the UK market
- Industry regulation and licensing expertise
- Product management perspective on technology investments
- A network spanning the entire UK private hire sector
How Board Engagements Work
NED roles typically involve quarterly or monthly board meetings with ad hoc availability for strategic decisions between meetings. Fees depend on the scope and commitment level — let's discuss what makes sense for your situation.
Advisory roles can be more flexible — structured around what the business actually needs rather than a formal board calendar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between a NED and an advisor?
A Non-Executive Director is a formal board member with legal duties and governance responsibilities — fiduciary obligations, Companies Act requirements, the lot. An advisor is less formal: strategic input, industry connections, and a sounding board for leadership, without the fiduciary obligations.
How many boards do you sit on?
I limit board commitments to ensure I can deliver genuine value for each. If I take a seat, I'm properly engaged — not just turning up quarterly to rubber-stamp decisions.
Are you available now?
I selectively take on board roles alongside my current operational commitments. If you're looking for an industry NED or advisor, let's have a conversation about what you need and whether there's a fit.
Other Ways I Can Help
Fractional COO/CTO
C-suite operations and technology leadership on flexible terms. For operators who need senior strategic capability without the full-time overhead.
Learn moreManagement Consulting
Strategic and operational consulting for private hire operators. From dispatch platform selection to multi-site coordination to turnaround planning.
Learn moreEquity Partnerships
For the right opportunity, I invest expertise alongside capital — taking a stake in businesses where I can add genuine operational value.
Learn moreInterested in a Board Conversation?
If you're looking for an industry NED or advisor who understands private hire at every level, I'd welcome a conversation about what you need.