# Home - Link: https://www.richardgourlay.com/ - Published: 2026-05-27T10:23:40+01:00 - Author: Richard Gourlay Strategy CreationLeaders must lead their people with a clear defined strategy, we enable them to create and deliver this with our Strategic Planning WorkshopLeadership DevelopmentDeveloping leaders is vital for business success, both in delivering results and in enabling succession and people fulfilment.NEDNon Executive Director role provides support to leaders in governance, projects and advice from an NED with over 25 years experience. About UsCowden is run by Richard Gourlay has over 25 years experience in supporting and advising businesses on growth and Alison Gourlay who is a chartered Accountant (ICEAW), with over 20 years experience in delivering financial excellence.We support business growth. Working with companies supporting them to find and deliver growth, create and sustain success, that why we are your route to business success.Read more A few things we’re good atFresh thinking and new ideas and energy to support leaders find and deliver growth, is at the heart of what we deliver.MentoringSupporting people with long-term support through our mentoring programmes, provides a neutral and experienced guiding hand for people.Read moreMangement ConsultancyCreating extra capacity for companies to explore new opportunities to redesign existing products or services through our management consultancy.Read morePeople DevelopmentDeveloping people through accredited and non-accredited programmes, creates more competent and confident people in leadership roles.Read more Richard Gourlay: The Experienced Business Strategy ConsultantWith over 25 years of experience in supporting business leaders, Richard Gourlay is a trusted and proven consultant in the fields of business strategy, management consulting, and leadership development. Working in Partnership with SME’s through to PLC’sWe understand the challenges of running a business and the importance of effective leadership. That’s why we work closely with SME’s to PLC’s, helping leaders lead more effectively and efficiently.Expert Strategic Planning and Management ConsultingOur experience and success in delivering business strategy enables business’s of all sizes achieve success through strategic planning and management consulting services. Professional Services for Business GrowthBringing experience and expertise to help you grow and succeed.Strategic PlanningDevelop your strategy to succeed within your market with our comprehensive workshop.Management ConsultancyExtra support for leaders to develop new products and services and deliver results fast.Leadership DevelopmentEfficient and effective leaders through bespoke and accredited ILM courses.Sales & Marketing People and Process DevelopmentEngage with target customers more quickly and effectively with our tailored development programs.Non Executive DirectorMentoring support and guidance from an independent, experienced and neutral advisor.MentoringProvide a safe space for senior leaders to grow and develop over time through mentoring support. Our TeamAlison and Richard Gourlay work with customers delivering accounting and business consultancy services to companies.Richard GourlayFreelance Consultant FCIM, ROIAlison GourlayICEAW Financial Accountant What are you waiting for?Ready to take the next step? Let’s bring your vision to life! Explore our services and get in touch today for a consultation. Together, we’ll make it happen.Contact us Our Sector ExperienceWe work with business leaders to grow and develop their business through a number of different roles acting as independent consultant, freelance accountant, Non Executive Director (NED) we advise leaders on the options and decision making. Here are some examples of our the sectors we work with.Renewable Professional Services SaaS SectorPublic SectorMedical Retail Explore Our BlogRead blog How Mentors use the GROW and GROWTH Models in MentoringUsing the GROW and GROWTH Models in Mentoring supports[…] Richard Gourlay - 6 October, 2026 Read moreBoost online learning engagement: 27 best-practice tips for L&D professionals Online Learning Online learning is often viewed as a[…] Richard Gourlay - 21 September, 2026 Read moreHow Mentoring Works (or How to get right Mentor for you)Mentorship is about providing support, guidance and advice. It’s[…] Richard Gourlay - 21 July, 2026 Read more Trusted ByWe have collaborated with hundreds of business some well-known companies such as Office Depot, Brush Group, Biesse, Peritus, Yu Energy, Benchmark Recruitment, Ongo and ProGame, as well as many SME’s to help them develop their strategies and achieve successful growth. Below are a few customers with links to some of the work we have undertaken. TestimonialsHere are just a few examples of the people we have helped grow and develop.“If you want a leadership strategy to find the way forward I would not hesitate to recommend Richard’s services. Invaluable”Sam Smith“I find his mentoring very beneficial and the experience Richard has and brings to supporting me is exceptional.”STL Director“His desire and passion to mentor others is always available and engaging, thoughtful and engaging”.Adam Harris Contact Information:Richard Gourlay is an experienced strategic planner and management consultant who can assist businesses with their growth and development plans.Tel: 07786068477 Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) Δ