What people are saying

“Michael Poynor has been one of the best connected observers of the international retail scene for the last three decades. He is a fount of knowledge, wisdom and insight for anyone seeking new ideas, acquisitions or ventures in the industry.”

Archie Norman
 Chairman ITV; Former CEO/Chairman ASDA Group plc

“Michael has extensive knowledge about the retail sector, and extraordinary relationships with its top managers.
He’s really helped us differentiate our value proposition as retail specialists.”

Javier Vello
Partner and Retail & Consumer Leader, PwC Spain

“The scope & detailed knowledge of the global retail industry that Michael brings to the table is exceptional with a particularly expansive understanding of Europe, and N & S America, across almost every format type and sub-sector. He’s both an astute operational executive and a strategic thinker who brings a wealth of experience and an intellectual curiosity to help solve clients’ future challenges and achieve their objectives.”

Colin S. A. Welch 
President & COO Financo; CEO Financo Europe

“Michael is a rare creature; a global expert on trends and formats who also understands the detail of a particular market or retailer. His wealth of experience is highly valuable for investors & operators.”

Gareth Whiley
Partner, Silverfleet Capital

“Michael’s advised the Board for nine years and helped develop our business significantly using a fantastic network of connections to unlock major opportunities and excellent language skills to break down barriers.”

Simon Showman
CEO/Founder, U.P. Global Sourcing

“Fifteen years ago, Michael told me he had faith in me and said he knew that Chilli Beans would make it big one day. Back then I only had 30 stores. Now I have 600. Michael stays young and enthusiastic and maintains just as much foresight as ever.”

Caito Maia
Founder Presidente, Chilli Beans Ltda.

“Michael has a deep understanding of the global landscape and a talent for identifying individual entities to form strong commercial partnerships. Michael has provided incredible insight and lateral thinking.”

Valerie Scott
Chairman, Icon Live

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