Jill Ridley-Smith

About me

I have worked in strategy for over twenty years and during that time I’ve experienced what works to grow businesses and get results.  I’ve seen a multitude of leadership styles and witnessed a plethora of business opportunities and challenges. 

My blog focuses on my interest in how businesses successfully grow; tips and commentary on challenges and success hacks. Much is drawn from my work with entrepreneurs as a business mentor.

Since 2022, I’ve strongly tilted towards sustainability, ESG and climate change. I believe sustainability can be embedded in business strategy to advance growth, manage risk and uphold responsible and ethical business practices.

I am a pragmatist who likes making practical decisions and solving problems.  I use theory, experience, intuition to analyse and synthesise.  I’m rational, objective and considered; a keen strategist and lateral thinker. I like people and building rapport. I enjoy the creativity of writing this blog, I write about what interests me and my subject choices reflect my genuine curiosity.

I’ve just finished up a two-year stint as Head of Sustainability at L.E.K. Consulting. Previously I worked in Private Equity (Hg Capital), Strategy Consulting (L.E.K.) and FMGC (GlaxoSmithKline). I have a successful portfolio career as a business consultant and Non-Executive Director.

Please check out www.rhizomestrategy.com for more information on my sustainability strategy consulting services.

All blogs are my personal views