Our Leadership
Kurt Graver - Accountant | Business Mentor | MBA
With 25 years of experience across commerce, industry, and consultancy, Kurt founded SGI Consultants on a simple, powerful principle: startups deserve Fortune 500-quality strategy.
His journey from developing business intelligence for giants like VMware Inc. and Dell EMC to becoming a startup specialist was a deliberate pivot. After helping a startup secure its first £50,000 investment, he discovered the profound impact of applying corporate-grade strategy in entrepreneurial environments. This epiphany led to a consultancy model built not on downsizing corporate methods, but on redesigning them for the unique challenges and opportunities faced by growing businesses.
Professional Background
Kurt's corporate career spans strategic roles at major organisations, including VMware Inc., Dell EMC, Transport for London, Network Rail, HMV, Corus, and Volker. At VMware, he developed role-based self-serve reporting solutions for 400+ sales staff using Oracle OBIEE, significantly improving sales performance visibility. His roles at Network Rail and Transport for London involved implementing SAP SEM systems and developing performance review frameworks that aligned operational metrics with strategic objectives.
This foundation ensures every recommendation is grounded in proven enterprise methodologies while remaining practical for businesses at every growth stage.
Key Achievements at SGI
Kurt has guided 2,000+ businesses through start-up and growth phases, facilitated £250M+ in secured funding across multiple capital sources, and achieved a 90% funding success rate, well above the 13% industry average. Under his leadership, SGI has established 400+ franchise operations across 50+ leading brands.
Core Expertise
Strategic business planning and analysis, financial management and investment preparation, business intelligence and reporting solutions, enterprise resource planning implementation, and organisational change management form the backbone of Kurt's advisory approach.
Robert Fletcher - Small Business Lead
BSc (Hons) Business Management, Diploma in Chartered Management, Chartered Management Institute
Robert is the bridge between ambitious vision and operational reality. With a background in launching and scaling his own ventures, he possesses an innate understanding of the daily challenges faced by small business owners. He specialises in translating high-level strategy into practical, step-by-step execution plans.
His Focus
Business model validation, operational scaling, cash flow management, and creating robust, actionable business plans that secure funding and guide growth.
Emily Jones - Marketing Lead
MA Digital Marketing | Certified Digital Marketing Professional (CDMP)
Emily believes that even the best products need a compelling story to find their market. A digital native with expertise in data-driven marketing, she builds powerful brands and designs customer acquisition engines that deliver measurable ROI. She moves beyond theory to launch campaigns that capture attention and drive revenue.
Her Focus
Brand strategy, digital marketing funnel development, content strategy, SEO/SEM, and sales enablement.
Choong Wei-Lam - Technical Lead
BEng (Hons) Software Engineering, Universiti Malaya | AWS Certified Solutions Architect
In today's economy, technology is not a cost centre—it's a competitive weapon. Choong ensures our clients wield it effectively. He is an expert in evaluating, implementing, and optimising the tech stack—from CRM and ERP systems to custom software solutions—that underpins a scalable, efficient operation.
His Focus
Technology audit, systems integration, process automation, data security, and building a tech infrastructure that grows with your business.
Our Foundation of Expertise
Our Global Professional Network
What began as Kurt's consultancy practice has evolved into a sophisticated global network of specialists. SGI Consultants now comprises ten core business consultants operating across international markets, supported by a carefully curated ecosystem of collaborators, advisors, and go-to-market experts.
This strategic expansion allows us to provide customised support tailored to each client's specific industry, geographic market, and growth stage.
Our global team brings complementary expertise across financial management, strategic planning, market analysis, operational optimisation, and funding facilitation, ensuring comprehensive support throughout every stage of business development.
Our Extended Network Includes:
- Sector-specific industry advisors across technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and professional services
- Regional market entry specialists for European, North American, and emerging markets
- Go-to-market experts with proven track records in digital marketing, sales optimisation, and customer acquisition
- Financial specialists, including investment advisors, tax optimisation experts, and compliance consultants
- Operational efficiency specialists focusing on process automation, supply chain optimisation, and organisational development
This collaborative approach means every client benefits from a bespoke team assembled specifically for their unique requirements, rather than a one-size-fits-all consulting model.
Schedule Your Free Business Assessment
We offer obligation-free consultations to assess your business potential and discuss how SGI Consultants can support your growth objectives.
This initial assessment provides valuable insights into your current position and identifies specific opportunities for improvement and expansion.
Contact us today to begin your transformation journey with the UK's trusted business growth specialists.