Business Growth, Leadership & Team Development Expert

Helping business owners build scalable, sellable companies

I work with ambitious SME owners to build high-performing businesses that grow beyond them, creating valuable, scalable enterprises that are primed for successful exit.

Many businesses struggle to achieve strong valuations due to common challenges: limited scale, inconsistent profitability, over-reliance on the owner, and underdeveloped leadership teams. I help overcome these barriers by:

• Accelerating profit growth
• Embedding scalable systems and processes
• Strengthening leadership and management capability
• Creating businesses that run independently of the founder

The outcome? Greater freedom, increased enterprise value, and a business that’s more attractive to investors or buyers.

I typically work with owners who:

• Lead teams of 10 or more
• Generate £1m+ in annual revenue
• Are targeting 30%+ year-on-year growth
• Are open to strategic investment
• Prioritise leadership and team development

If you’re ready to scale with purpose and plan for a profitable future, whether that’s growth, succession, or sale, let’s talk.

Get in touch: Martin Purvis | LinkedIn | martinpurvis@actioncoach.com | 07764 579 101

About me…

Business Coach | TEDx Speaker | Guiding business owners to build, scale and exit with confidence.

I’m passionate about working with driven entrepreneurs who are committed to building businesses that create economic growth, employment, wealth, and happiness. These leaders understand the value of an external perspective, and that’s where I come in.

As a TEDx speaker, I’ve shared insights on what it truly takes to build a business that thrives beyond its founder. I bring those same principles into my coaching: clarity, strategy, and a relentless focus on results. Watch my TEDx talk HERE.

With over 30+ years of commercial experience, I help business owners achieve real, measurable outcomes. From increasing profitability to building owner-independent operations, my approach is tailored to your goals.

As your coach and mentor, I’ll support you in creating a business that works for you, whether that means scaling up, stepping back, or preparing for a successful exit.

Ready to explore what’s possible?

Our coaching firm is based in the heart of St Albans, and we work with established business owners across the region. Whether you’re curious about coaching or ready to take action, I’d be happy to offer a no-obligation assessment of your business needs.