Strategic Advisory for
Ambitious Businesses

Expert financial leadership and growth strategy for UK and US companies ready to scale, secure funding, and build sustainable value.

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Core Services

Comprehensive advisory services designed to accelerate growth and strengthen your financial foundation.

Financial Modeling

Sophisticated financial models for fundraising, M&A, and strategic planning. Excel-based solutions built by a qualified Chartered Accountant with 30+ years experience.

AI-Powered Operations

Automate repetitive workflows and build intelligent decision-support systems using agentic AI solutions. From automated management reporting to predictive cash flow models, we help you work faster and smarter.

Cash Flow Management

Strategic cash flow forecasting and working capital optimization. Build financial resilience through disciplined treasury management and liquidity planning.

Pitch Decks & Investor Materials

Compelling investment narratives that resonate with VCs, PE firms, and institutional investors. Clear equity stories backed by robust financial projections.

Fractional CFO Services

Senior financial leadership on demand. Strategic guidance, board-ready reporting, and full P&L ownership without the cost of a permanent hire.

Revenue Growth Strategy

Chief Revenue Officer expertise to scale your sales function, optimize pricing, and build predictable revenue engines. US market specialization available.

Business Planning

Strategic roadmaps, operational scaling plans, and exit preparation. From startup through to PE exit, we've built the frameworks that deliver results.

Experience That Delivers

Saxon Growth is led by Hugh Woods Ballard, an ICAEW Chartered Accountant with over 30 years of CEO and Finance Director experience across high-growth businesses.

Hugh co-founded and scaled Day Webster Group from inception to £130M revenue, achieving Times Fast Track 100 recognition for three consecutive years and progressing through advanced private equity due diligence with Equistone Partners.

As Group Finance Director at Morgan Hunt, Hugh helped scale the business from £1M to £90M revenue in seven years, leading a £19M capital raise and international expansion into Moscow and Dubai.

Qualifications ICAEW ACA, MA(Hons), MSc
CFO Experience 30+ Years CEO & CFO Roles
CRO Experience 30+ Years Revenue Leadership
Capital Raised £38M+ Across Multiple Rounds
60+
Combined Years Experience
£220M
Revenue Built
£38M+
Capital Raised

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Whether you're preparing for a funding round, scaling operations, or need experienced financial leadership, we're here to help.