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The Consulting Growth Podcast

Prof. Joe O'Mahoney
Consulting
Mergers and Acquisitions
Consultancy Growth
Consulting Industry
Leadership
Covid-19
Moorhouse Consulting
Consulting Firms
Professional Service Automation
Digital Transformation
Private Equity
Talent Acquisition
Client Engagement
Transformation Programs
Andersen Consulting
M&A Advisory
EBITDA
Leadership Team Structure
Operational Efficiency
Exit Strategies

Joe O'Mahoney is Professor of Consulting at Cardiff University and a growth & exit advisor to boutique consultancies. Joe researches, teaches, publishes and consults about the consulting industry.In the CONSULTING GROWTH PODCAST he interviews founders that have successfully grown or sold their firms, acquirers who have bought firms, and a host of growth experts to help you avoid the mistakes, and ... more

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Latest Episodes

What really changes when a consulting firm takes on private equity, and how should founders prepare for it?

Karen Thomas-Bland shares practical insights from working across private equity-backed consulting firms, transformations, and integrations. S... more

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What does it take to build a consulting firm that lasts 25 years and successfully exits to a Big Four firm?

Adrian Moorhouse, Olympic gold medallist and former world number one swimmer, shares the story of how he transitioned from elite sport to bui... more

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What does it take to build a consulting firm that is global from day one?

In this episode, Joe O’Mahoney speaks with Matthieu Courtecuisse, Founder & CEO of Sia, about the long-term decisions behind building one of the world’s largest founder-led con... more

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What does leadership really look like when growth, pressure, and personal risk collide?

In this episode, Joe O’Mahoney speaks with Richard Goold about scaling consulting firms, leading under strain, and building long-term value without losing culture... more

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Recent Guests

Matthieu Courtecuisse
Founder and owner of Sia
Sia
Episode: 45: How to Scale a Consulting Firm Globally with Matthieu Courtecuisse
Olly Purnell
Co-founder of Q5, a consulting firm focusing on organizational health and performance.
Q5
Episode: 43: Organisational Health as a Growth Engine: The Q5 Approach with Olly Purnell
Todd Taskey
Partner at Tower Partners and experienced M&A advisor
Tower Partners
Episode: 42: The Second Bite Strategy with Todd Taskey
Jeff Cronkshaw
Founder and group managing director of Lancia Consult
Lancia Consult
Episode: The Global Consulting Blueprint: Building a Boutique Empire | Episode 7 - Jeffrey Cronkshaw & Prof. Joe O'Mahoney
Behram Khan
Co-founder of Avaza
Avaza
Episode: From Spreadsheet Chaos to Streamlined Success | Episode 4 - Behram Khan & Prof. Joe O'Mahoney
Bill Bierce
Managing attorney and co-founder of Beers Kenerson Attorneys
Beers Kenerson Attorneys
Episode: Exit Strategies for Consultants | Episode 3 - Bill Bierce & Prof. Joe O'Mahoney
Robert Garner
Partner and founder of Garwood Solutions, an expert in consultancy growth and M&A.
Garwood Solutions
Episode: Mastering Consultancy Growth: Insights from Robert Garner | Episode 1 - Robert Garner & Prof. Joe O'Mahoney
David Blois
M&A Advisor with expertise in consulting firms
M&A Advisory
Episode: Maximising Your Consultancy's Sale Value @Episode 2 - David Blois & Prof. Joe O'Mahoney
Richard Brackstone
Managing Partner at Moorhouse Consulting
Moorhouse Consulting
Episode: 39: Unlocking Consultancy Success: Richard Brackstone on Growth, Strategy, and Leadership

Host

Joe O'Mahoney
Professor of Consulting; host of The Consulting Growth Podcast; affiliated with Cardiff University and Equity Sherpa.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • I learned a lot and will be back b.

    I have always learned from the way Steph explains finance so was looking forward to this podcast and then read the reviews and thought I may be disappointed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sibusiso AAA
    United States3 years ago
  • Really enjoying content and delivery.....

    I am really enjoying the content and delivery of this, typical Steph making it simple. Enjoying the balanced discussion between them, would recommend...

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WilsonDJ2
    United States3 years ago
  • So far so good.....

    What a great start. Extremely concise, informative and interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nancyclarra
    United States3 years ago
  • Innovative combo with these two,,,,,

    Who’d have thought these two presenters would work so well ! They bring unique representations to the table. Duration is perfect as analytically informative, energetic & honest, This podcast is what was missing in the news space. Good work,,,

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RyanFlocc
    United States3 years ago
  • Great explanations

    I’ve really enjoyed the first 2 podcasts. The explanations of what is actually going on in the economy are excellent. I’m hoping they will also cover personal finance at some point? Maybe suggesting ways to save money etc in future episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joe..09
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Candid discussions pair founder stories with rigorous growth insights.
Guests consistently bring deep industry knowledge and leadership experience.
Guests are high-caliber practitioners with practical strategies for growth and exit.
The host blends expertise with strong interview discipline, making complex concepts accessible.
Audience enjoys actionable frameworks and real-world deal context.

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45: How to Scale a Consulting Firm Globally with Matthieu Courtecuisse
Q: What lessons have you learned to make the acquisition playbook work at Sia?
Most of the acquisitions we made over the last 10 years have been successful because we have been helping them to transform the businesses they used to have.
45: How to Scale a Consulting Firm Globally with Matthieu Courtecuisse
Q: Do you have a playbook for international expansion?
It's more a matter of how much the CEO is investing in his personal time.
43: Organisational Health as a Growth Engine: The Q5 Approach with Olly Purnell
Q: How does Q5 differentiate itself from larger consulting firms?
Q5 focuses on organizational health and utilizes an innovative tech platform, Org Maps, allowing for a more tailored approach for clients, as opposed to being bound by rigid, long-term contracts.
43: Organisational Health as a Growth Engine: The Q5 Approach with Olly Purnell
Q: What drove the restructuring of Q5 from a traditional partnership model?
The success of the business necessitated a change in structure to accommodate growth and operational efficiency, leading to a corporate restructuring.
42: The Second Bite Strategy with Todd Taskey
Q: How should companies approach the productization of their services?
Companies are what their revenue says they are; if the majority of revenue is from services, they will be valued as such and should focus on enhancing that aspect.

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What is The Consulting Growth Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The series centers on growth pathways for professional services firms, with a strong emphasis on boutique consulting practices. Episodes commonly cover international expansion, mergers and acquisitions, pricing and branding, leadership and governance, and the role of organizational health and technology in scaling. A notable through-line is the balance between rapid growth and maintaining culture, client relationships, and sustainable profitability. A recurring distinction is the interplay between founder-led firms and emerging platforms, including how AI and modern tools reshape delivery, pricing, and go-to-market strategies.

Listeners are likely executives and founders seeking actionable guidance on scaling, exit planning, and strategic ... more

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