Ian Baker

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Executive Coach | Strategic Leadership Consultant | Board Advisor & NED | Empowering Leaders to Transform Performance and Inspire Change @ Ian Baker Executive Coaching Ltd
Ian Baker's Location
Ilkeston, England, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
About Ian Baker

Transformational change. Strategic leadership. Real-world results.With 30 years leading global sales, marketing, and product development, I know what it takes to steer businesses through turbulent waters and into success. I’ve worked with senior leaders in life sciences, medical devices, and healthcare manufacturing to unlock growth, enhance performance, and navigate complex change management. What sets me apart? I blend the science of executive coaching with the art of hands-on leadership. My approach is simple: empower leaders to think strategically, lead with clarity, and achieve measurable results. Whether guiding a board through transition, mentoring for peak performance, or turning around underperforming projects, I thrive on delivering practical, impactful solutions. The Ian Baker Approach: - Real-World Insights: I’ve driven multi-million-pound turnarounds and double-digit growth, managed teams, solved supply chain crises, and balanced quality with compliance. - Tailored Coaching: No cookie-cutter solutions—each coaching experience is crafted to address your unique challenges. - Empowerment & Accountability: I help leaders transform, moving from mindset shifts to actionable strategies that drive meaningful change. Board Advisory and Non-Executive Roles:I’ve supported companies like Schultz Medical, Olberon Ltd, and Attribe Solutions in strengthening governance, aligning strategy, and driving commercial performance. My strategic oversight has helped organisations secure funding, streamline operations, and navigate complex growth phases. Coaching and Mentoring Services:- Leadership Coaching: Transforming how you lead, inspire, and influence. - Team Performance: Building high-performing teams that thrive under pressure. - Strategic Vision: Turning reactive management into proactive, game-changing leadership. Beyond the Boardroom:I’m a single-figure golfer, Nottingham Forest fan, and retired amateur cricketer. My love for sport reflects my belief in the power of teamwork, discipline, and resilience to shape confident, capable leaders. On a Personal Note:Leadership should elevate both your career and life. My clients often tell me that beyond business wins, they value the confidence and balance our work brings. When I’m not coaching, I mentor at Nottingham Trent Business School, speak at events, or I might be networking on a golf course.Ready to elevate your leadership? Let’s connect.

Ian Baker's Current Company Details
Ian Baker Executive Coaching Ltd

Ian Baker Executive Coaching Ltd

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Executive Coach | Strategic Leadership Consultant | Board Advisor & NED | Empowering Leaders to Transform Performance and Inspire Change
Ian Baker Work Experience Details
  • Ian Baker Executive Coaching Ltd
    Owner And Principal Coach
    Ian Baker Executive Coaching Ltd Jan 2023 - Present
    Nottingham, England, United Kingdom
    My mission is to empower Leaders and Business Owners like you to unlock your full potential, navigate complex challenges, and achieve exceptional results.By working One to One with me, you can gain fresh perspectives, enhance your leadership skills, and access your untapped potential. I have a proven track record of helping executives like you overcome obstacles, build strong leadership competencies, and achieve sustainable and measurable success.I provide a safe and confidential space for exploration and reflection, I enable you to overcome self-limiting beliefs, embrace change, and unleash your true leadership potential.My coaching approach is rooted in a deep understanding of the challenges executives face from my 30 years of working in large corporate organisations and small businesses.I believe that leadership is not just about achieving individual success; it's about creating a positive impact on your organisation and the wider community. Website: www.ianbakerexecutivecoaching.comEmail: ian@ianbakerconsultancy.comPhone: +44 7783 339773
  • Schultz Medical (Uk) Ltd
    Non Executive Director
    Schultz Medical (Uk) Ltd Sep 2022 - Present
    Southport, England, United Kingdom
    Providing board level support with specific responsibility for developing the sales pipeline in the UK and Globally for its range of Single Use Surgical Instruments.
  • Ian Baker Consultancy Limited
    Principal Consultant At Ian Baker Consultancy Ltd
    Ian Baker Consultancy Limited Jan 2017 - Present
    Nottingham, United Kingdom
    Ian Baker Consultancy focuses on providing Coaching, Mentoring and Board Advisor placements to Senior Leaders and business owners that requires specialist support to help deliver High Value, highly complex projects and change management programs that need to balance people, progress and efficiency. Services include: 1 to 1 coaching & Mentoring, Commercial Consultancy, Board Advising, Non-Executive Director appointments.- Deliver agile and lean consultancy support for a Multi-million £ business within the Public Sector.- Board support to a Global medical instruments manufacturer and distributor.- Supported the board of a large logistics organisation while experience significant growing pains.- Provided an external category review of medical devices for global retailer and made recommendations that delivered an incremental £7 to £8m a year.
  • Noru Pharma Pvt Ltd.
    Commercial Director (European) | Noru Pharma Uk Ltd
    Noru Pharma Pvt Ltd. Apr 2017 - Present
    Nottingham, United Kingdom
    - Supporting the UK expansion of an Australian based healthcare business. Onboarded new manufacturers across Europe, increased both cost and quality. - Secured UK wide distribution in pharmacy and health stores.- Continuing global market expansion.
  • Nottingham Business School, Nottingham Trent University
    Hourly Paid Lecturer
    Nottingham Business School, Nottingham Trent University May 2022 - Present
    Nottingham, England, United Kingdom
    Delivering lecture sessions to students currently working on their Masters in Entrepreneurship.
  • Arkad Health And Safety Ltd
    Co-Owner & Director | Arkad Health & Safety Ltd
    Arkad Health And Safety Ltd Jan 2018 - Sep 2023
    East Midlands
    - Acquired the rights for European launch of product TREADSURE© across UK through sales agents and distributers and online. - Grew the business significantly, doubled sales and achieved 100% growth.
  • Olberon Ltd
    Non Executive Director
    Olberon Ltd Dec 2019 - Nov 2022
    Nottingham, England, United Kingdom
    Olberon Ltd, are a medical innovations design and development company based in Nottingham, UK specialising in venous access and diagnostic devices.Olberon aims to develop and commercialise innovative medical device concepts that originate from direct experience of patient care. With this approach Olberon designs useful medical innovations that improve efficiency for the practitioner, provide a better experience for the patient with simple easy to use designs that aid existing medical procedures.My role is to provide advice on its commercial strategy and support the team on delivering global sales .
  • Arkad Healthcare Ltd - Topical Healthcare - Naturally
    Co-Owner, Investor And Director
    Arkad Healthcare Ltd - Topical Healthcare - Naturally Apr 2018 - Mar 2021
    Nottingham, United Kingdom
    Arkad Healthcare Ltd and its new brand RELEVA has a primary aim to create amazing new healthcare products designed specifically for topical application using natural ingredients. The launch of our first product will be January 2019 for the topical relief of JOINT & MUSCLE Pain, suitable for Vegans this balm will be the NEW face of non-medicated pain relief.We have an amazing team of experts and Endorsers that will make this launch possible in the UK initially, but the world is our oyster.If you are a professional physiotherapist, chiropractor or health shop owner - please visit www.relevahealth.com for more information.
  • Attribe Solutions
    Non Executive Director
    Attribe Solutions Dec 2019 - Apr 2020
    Nottingham, United Kingdom
    Providing Board level support to Attribe Solutions and it's subsidiary companies (Milliseconds and Syscrypt) to help the business deliver its stretching goals for 2020 and beyond.
  • Harvard Solutions Hk Ltd
    Sales Director
    Harvard Solutions Hk Ltd Jan 2015 - Dec 2016
    Uk & Hong Kong
    Harvard Solutions is the fruition of a company that first opened its doors in July 1997.My role allowed me to work with global businesses to help them develop products from medical equipment to manual coffee makers. The team of experts (with over 80 years experience) has supported the growth of brands such as, ROK Kitchen Tools, Grundig, RAC, Goodmans, Ministry of Sound, Bush, and JCB.
  • Kinetik Medical Devices
    Sales & Marketing Director
    Kinetik Medical Devices Jan 2012 - Dec 2016
    Medicity - Nottingham
    - Significant sales growth throughout a turbulent industry facing supply chain challenges due to Brexit.- Introduced 4 new European distributors and 1 new global customer.- Delivered multiple new product developments across multiple countries.- Improved internal process to ensure efficient global data sharing and speed to market.- Built relationships with global suppliers and manufacturers in the UK and Hong Kong to improve speed to market and drive down costs. Improved forecasting and drove a 10% cost reduction and a 25% reduction on one product moving suppliers.
  • Simple Health & Beauty Ltd
    National Account Manager
    Simple Health & Beauty Ltd Jan 2009 - Dec 2011
    I was fortunate enough to work with a fantastic group of highly skilled and motivated team members. My role was to ensure Morrisons, Asda and Sainsburys received the best possible service and sales growth while maintaining the businesses bottom line.
  • Reckitt Benckiser Uk Ltd
    National Account Manager
    Reckitt Benckiser Uk Ltd Mar 2006 - Dec 2008
    Swindon, United Kingdom
    Managing Somerfield, Waitrose, Costco, Makro across the all the Reckitt Household brands (eg Finish, Dettol, Airwick, Cillit Bang) provided me with an invaluable insight and experience into managing large bugets, large retailers with a global beast like RB.
  • Crookes Healthcare Ltd
    National Account Manager
    Crookes Healthcare Ltd Aug 2005 - Mar 2006
    Nottingham, United Kingdom
    Selling brands such as Strepsils, Nurofen, E45 and Clearasil was a privilege for this hugely successful subsidiary of the Boots Group.
  • Boots Healthcare International
    Project Manager
    Boots Healthcare International Feb 2002 - Aug 2005
    Nottingham, United Kingdom
    I bought together global development teams and disciplines to deliver multiple products across many global markets.
  • Cardinal Health
    Business Development Manager
    Cardinal Health Sep 1999 - Feb 2002
    UK Sales Manager for Global contract packaging manufacturer.

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