Alastair Freeman
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I am Alastair Freeman, a UK Business Development Consultant with 40+ years in sales, marketing and mentoring. I help start-ups and SMEs build strong foundations and achieve lasting success.
Helping Start-Ups, Entrepreneurs and SMEs
Clear, step-by-step guidance to grow your business with confidence.
With over four decades of experience, I’ve trained and mentored 300+ people in sales and business development. My mission is to guide entrepreneurs through the challenges of building and growing a business.
Proven Experience
From corporate roles to start-up mentoring, I bring practical knowledge and insight.
Tailored business support to suit your needs. I provide sales training, marketing and SEO guidance, and practical mentoring for growth.
We Succeed Where Others Fail
Our initial meeting will simply be a conversation to introduce each other and determine what exactly the present issues are and how we can help.
Book a session and find out what we can do for you. Our sessions are preferably in person (F2F), but we can also arrange a video call when preferred. Most importantly, the first session is complimentary!
Let's have a chat about how we can help you reach your Goals.
- Entrep Mentor
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- Startup Guidance
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- Marketing Guru
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- Training
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Education
Growing up in a family of twelve meant work came before study, so I built my education the long way — through real-life experience.
I learned directly from successful business leaders, gained training in the workplace, and turned mistakes into valuable lessons.
What I lacked in formal qualifications, I made up for with resilience, determination, and self-belief. Hard work became my teacher, and perseverance became my degree.
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The Full Story
Coming from a large working-class family, the household's financial needs always took precedence. Employment, rather than formal education, was the primary focus. I had to take the long route to success — learning from experience, mentors, and my own mistakes along the way.
Working alongside successful business leaders, I gained practical experience in sales, management, and business development.
Each role was an opportunity to learn, grow, and improve my skills. What I lacked in formal qualifications,
I made up for it with determination and resilience. I worked harder than most, dedicated to mastering my craft, and never let setbacks define me.
Over time, this not only built knowledge but also the confidence to support others in their success.
"I may not have studied in lecture halls, but life taught me more than any classroom ever could.”
Achievements and Successes
Successes & Achievements
ï Secured one of the largest-ever orders in my first sales role — £15k vs the £5k average.
ï Exceeded sales targets by 400% for four consecutive months — recognised as the UK’s top salesperson.
ï Promoted to Sales Manager and then Regional Sales Manager in UK telecommunications.
ï Played a role in the launch of BT Retail and supported Pitney Bowes’ expansion into reprographics.
ï Transformed a franchise from 7 failing outlets to 100+ thriving businesses.
ï Personally trained over 300 individuals in sales and marketing.
- Secured multi-million-dollar contracts worldwide.
- Today: Helping start-ups and small businesses to grow and achieve success.
My Journey of Success
From my very first role in sales, I was determined to stand out. Within one month, I secured one of the largest orders in company history — three times the average deal size. At my next company, I exceeded targets by over 400% for four consecutive months, earning recognition as the UK’s top salesperson.
This success propelled me into management, where I became Regional Sales Manager in the fast-growing telecommunications sector, playing a part in reshaping the UK industry. I was part of the BT Retail launch and supported Pitney Bowes as they expanded into reprographics operations.
Later, in franchising, I transformed a struggling network of seven outlets into more than 100 thriving businesses. Along the way, I personally trained over 300 individuals to begin their journey in sales and marketing.
My career also took me worldwide, securing multi-million-dollar contracts and proving that perseverance and strategy can achieve extraordinary results.
Today, I remain focused on what drives me most: helping others grow, succeed, and achieve their full potential.
“Success is never an accident — it’s the result of resilience, strategy, and the refusal to give up.”
Ready to take your business further?
Contact me for a free consultation and clear, practical advice to help you grow.
How I Can Help You
✅ Business Development Consulting – Identify opportunities, streamline operations, and create sustainable growth strategies.
✅ Sales Training & Performance Coaching – Equip individuals and teams to convert opportunities into measurable results.
✅ Franchise Development – From 7 failing outlets to 100 thriving ones — proven expertise in building scalable franchises.
✅ Start-Up Growth Support – From concept to launch, guiding entrepreneurs to bring their ideas to market.
✅ Marketing & Branding Strategies – Position your business for visibility, impact, and growth.
✅ SEO & Online Business Growth – Improve your ranking, reach more customers, and grow your business online.
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