About Nexus
Senior financial and operational advisory for business leaders who need clarity, confidence, and practical guidance at critical moments.
Who We Are
Nexus Management Solutions provides board-level financial and operational advisory to business leaders navigating growth, transition, and transformation.
We work with ambitious businesses that need senior, strategic support — whether preparing for investment, improving operational performance, or planning for succession and exit.
Our approach is practical, direct, and rooted in decades of real-world experience. We don't rely on frameworks or theory. We work from an understanding of what actually happens when businesses scale, transition, or face external pressure.
Tony Brown
CEO and Founder
Providing strategic financial and operational guidance with over 35 years of board-level experience across multiple sectors.
Stacey Williams
Executive Business Partner
Supporting business operations and leadership teams with strategic coordination and executive assistance.
Carol Campbell
Senior Market Researcher
Delivering actionable insights through comprehensive research, data analysis, and strategic reporting.
Meet Tony - Founder & Principal Advisor
Tony brings more than 35 years of senior finance and operations experience across multiple sectors, including technology, professional services, manufacturing, and retail.
His career has been built at board level, working alongside owners, CEOs, and leadership teams to strengthen financial foundations, improve operational clarity, and prepare businesses for growth, investment, succession, and exit.
Tony's approach is calm, direct, and rooted in practical experience. He doesn't rely on frameworks or theory — he works from an understanding of what actually happens when businesses scale, transition, or face external pressure.
He has supported businesses through periods of rapid growth, operational restructuring, pre-investment preparation, and sale readiness — often stepping in at critical moments to provide clarity and confidence when leadership teams need it most.
Board-Level Expertise
Over three decades working at board and senior leadership level across diverse sectors and business stages.
Strategic Focus
Helping leaders strengthen financial control, operational clarity, and readiness for growth or transition.
Trusted Network
Access to vetted specialists across digital, legal, HR, sales, marketing, and IT when additional expertise is required.
How We Work
We typically begin with a Company Health Check — a one-day diagnostic that provides clarity on current state, identifies risks, and establishes a prioritised roadmap for improvement.
From there, we work flexibly — either as ongoing fractional CFO support, project-based advisory for operational improvement, or strategic guidance for growth and exit readiness.
Engagements are designed to be practical, senior, and results-focused. We don't create dependency — we build capability, confidence, and clarity so leadership teams can move forward with strength.
Through our trusted network, we also provide access to vetted specialists across digital, legal, HR, sales, marketing, and IT when additional expertise is required.
Sector Experience
Technology & SaaS
Build financial control, scale operations, and prepare for investment or exit with confidence.
Professional Services
Streamline service delivery, improve cash flow, and structure for sustainable growth and succession.
Manufacturing & Engineering
Optimise processes, reduce operational risk, and boost margin with stronger oversight and supply chain strategy.
Retail & E-commerce
Improve stock flow, cost control, and leadership alignment to scale profitably in dynamic markets.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Bring clarity to complex funding, compliance, and operational challenges for scalable growth.
Construction & Property
Take control of project cashflow, margin forecasting, and operational complexity across sites and teams.
Creative & Media
Structure for growth, IP value, and exit-readiness — without losing your creative edge.
Distribution & Logistics
Improve logistics workflows, vendor strategy, and cost control with solid planning and insight.
Ready to Work Together?
Start with a Company Health Check or get in touch to discuss your specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Tony and what is his background?
Tony is the founder and principal advisor of Nexus Management Solutions, with over 35 years of board-level finance and operations experience. He has worked across multiple sectors including technology, professional services, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, construction, and more. His career has been built at senior leadership level, helping businesses strengthen financial foundations, improve operational clarity, and prepare for growth, investment, succession, and exit.
What makes Tony different from other business consultants?
Tony doesn't rely on frameworks or theory — he works from practical, real-world experience gained from decades at board level. His approach is calm, direct, and focused on what actually works when businesses scale, transition, or face external pressure. Unlike large consultancy firms that send in junior teams, clients work directly with Tony, benefiting from his personal expertise and guidance throughout the engagement.
What sectors has Tony worked in?
Tony has extensive cross-sector experience including Technology & SaaS, Professional Services, Manufacturing & Engineering, Retail & E-commerce, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Construction & Property, Creative & Media, and Distribution & Logistics. This diverse sector knowledge allows him to bring insights and best practices from different industries to help solve complex business challenges.
How does Nexus typically work with clients?
Most engagements begin with a Company Health Check — a one-day diagnostic that provides clarity on current state, identifies risks, and establishes a prioritised roadmap. From there, Nexus works flexibly either as ongoing fractional CFO support, project-based advisory for operational improvement, or strategic guidance for growth and exit readiness. Engagements are designed to be practical, senior, and results-focused.
What is Nexus's approach to business advisory?
Nexus's approach is practical, direct, and rooted in real-world experience. We don't create dependency — we build capability, confidence, and clarity so leadership teams can move forward with strength. The focus is on implementable solutions that deliver measurable results, not theoretical reports or lengthy consulting engagements that don't lead to action.
Does Nexus work with businesses in specific industries only?
No. While Tony has deep experience across multiple sectors, Nexus works with businesses in any industry. The fundamental challenges around financial management, operational efficiency, growth strategy, and exit readiness are similar across sectors. Tony's broad sector experience means he can quickly understand your business context and apply relevant insights.
What is the Nexus trusted network?
Through our trusted network, Nexus provides access to vetted specialists across digital, legal, HR, sales, marketing, and IT when additional expertise is required. This means clients can benefit from a broader range of professional support when needed, all coordinated through Nexus to ensure consistency and quality of delivery.
Where is Nexus based and who do you work with?
Nexus Management Solutions is based in Essex and works primarily with businesses across Essex, London, and the South East. However, we also support clients throughout the UK. We typically work with established businesses with turnovers between £1m and £20m, though we're flexible based on the specific situation and needs of the business.
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