Key Sectors : Retail, Fashion, Apparel, E-Commerce, SME Fashion Start Ups

Sharon is a highly experienced, commercially astute business leader with over three decades of retail experience and a former Managing Director of Oasis Fashions.

●An accomplished board level executive

●Excellent strategic skills with a track record of driving business growth and considerable knowledge across the global fashion industry . Sharon also has experience of global operations across many territories including China.

● Successfully led the turnaround of a variety of fashion brands and delivered sustainable growth in the UK and internationally across all channels

● Partnered a broad range of start ups, mid-market and premium fashion brands, optimising commercial opportunities

Since 2015 Sharon has grown her consultancy portfolio including a variety of roles at Hobbs as well as several fashion start ups. Typically working closely with CEO’s and founders on their strategic plans and growth strategies

As a partner in the Consumer Hub Sharon utilises her experience to guide brands in need of clear strategy and structure alongside operational delivery and success. With her expansive retail network and the PACP community Sharon will also support brands on their investment journeys.

Testimonial from Ira Guha, Founder of Asan:

“It was wonderful working with Sharon, who is extremely supportive and encouraging. She referred me to the Female Founders pitch event where I met a fantastic angel investor – who has not just provided capital, but fantastic expertise and introductions to help grow my venture.”

Testimonial from Jen Fuller, Founder of Etta Loves:

“Sharon is the ultimate adviser for my business. She is supportive, knowledgeable and full of empathy for the challenges that being a sole female founder brings. She helps me get to the right decision, by asking smart questions and reframing situations so I can see the wood from the trees.”

Testimonial from Saida Bairak, Founder of Saida’s Kitchen:

“Working with Sharon has truly transformed our fundraising initiatives. Her expert advice and strategic insights have been instrumental in helping me navigate the complexities of managing my business, as well as preparing for fundraising.”

Testimonial from Eleanor Tuohy, Founder of Wildness Lingerie:

“Sharon’s insight and specialist knowledge has been invaluable to Wildness, helping us to map out the future of our business. As a start up, she has offered us a wealth of expertise about the path to success for a new company; from early stage basics to a wider vision of the brand with investment potential. Sharon shares her decades of knowledge with her engaging, supportive style, never intimidating and always pushing you to succeed.”

Testimonial from Olivia Parkes, Founder of Persi:

“Sharon brings extensive retail experience and industry credibility, with a network that speak for itself, making her an invaluable asset to Persi’s fundraising strategy and retailer partnerships.”