Testimonials

I’ve been really lucky to have Stephen Tunnicliffe-Wilson as a mentor since May. He’s been a huge help across pretty much every aspect of building SwitchDye, from pitching for funding and the following challenges, to working through valuation models and investment agreements (and plenty of other random challenges along the way, often dumped on him with zero notice).

Stephen’s experience and perspective have been invaluable, he has a rare mix of commercial experience, scientific acumen, patience, and the most genuine enthusiasm for early-stage tech and business, I think I have ever encountered. Having his support has made a massive difference over the past few months, and I’m very grateful for it.

Steve’s been a real help to AENi. He asks the awkward-but-necessary questions that make you rethink assumptions and come back with a sharper plan. He challenged our hydrogen-first bias and guided a sensible move into electricity grid planning, without losing sight of a clear beachhead and where we fit in the value chain. He worked with us on the business model, made us prioritise a working demo to collect user feedback, tightened our investor story and deck, and that helped us get through our Northern Gritstone pitch. He pushed our delivery plan (ArcGIS integration, user testing, and what to build next), kept us honest on hiring (commercial lead vs NED), and made useful introductions, including Lily at Advanced Infrastructure. Practical, calm, outcome focused. Highly recommended. Thank you, Steve!

Alliance Consulting was a huge help to us under serious time pressure of negotiating a Proof of Concept trial. Stephen quickly got to grips with the background, brought additional knowledge of industrial markets and technologies, and added fresh thinking at a critical point in the deal process. The proposed business agreement was reviewed, the commercial position of key parties was explained, potential scenarios and options were outlined, and negotiation tactics were advised upon. The focused work added real value with direct impacts on our POC deliverables—we wouldn’t hesitate to work with Stephen again.

Since last autumn, Stephen has consistently guided me through both business and technical challenges. His feedback on my pitch decks, business model, and go-to-market strategies has improved my decision-making. He has a rare ability to anticipate challenges and align planning with real-world execution. His mentorship has been thoughtful and has made a clear difference, and I highly recommend him.

Stephen was great to work with. His expertise covers everything from hiring the right staff, to planning Research and Development, to mechanical and product design and architecture and sourcing components. I highly recommend Stephen.

I’ve had the absolute pleasure of working with Stephen, and he’s truly a game-changer.

Stephen helped us at TAKES to refine our startup vision. His strategic insights and ability to turn complex ideas into clear, actionable steps were invaluable. What really sets Stephen apart is his genuine care for our success. He’s incredibly easy to work with, always friendly, and went above and beyond our expectations.

If you’re looking for someone who not only over-delivers but also makes the whole process enjoyable, Stephen is your person. Can’t wait to work with him again!

One of the highlights of attending the Accelerate program at Cambridge Judge Business School has been regular meetings with Stephen Tunnicliffe-Wilson. He is hands down one of the best mentors I have ever had. Over the past year, he has helped me with Pitch Decks, IP Strategy, Product Architectures, Business Planning and Grant Applications. He has this amazing knack of simplifying things and getting to the point very quickly. I would recommend Stephen to any start-up requiring first-class support and his expert opinion.

I had the good fortune to benefit from Steve’s mentoring on the Cambridge Judge Business School Accelerate Programme for startups in their early stages. He has a great business mind and communicates his insights with marvellous clarity. As well as highlighting several key challenges and identifying some potential next steps, he summarised these strategic issues and opportunities in a wonderfully clear and concise way. Thank you again, Steve.

I highly recommend Steve for his exceptional support in our AR/VR startup. His strategic business advice, rooted in a profound understanding of the industry, has been instrumental.

In my role as a design engineer, I’ve found immense value in Steve’s unique combination of technical expertise and strategic vision, particularly in the realm of hardware development. His guidance has not only enriched our decision-making process but has also provided a solid foundation for our growth.

Steve’s mentorship has provided invaluable clarity in the early stages of our startup. His insights into business models and finance have played a crucial role in our success. I wholeheartedly endorse Steve to anyone seeking a mentor dedicated to fostering success in the AR/VR industry.

I’ve engaged Stephen as an external consultant on a couple of Novalia projects since mid 2023. He’s great to work with and has proved to be a valuable advisor and colleague. His breadth of experience shows in his work. He’s particularly skilled at analysing complex technologies & environments, quickly identifying the key parameters/challenges and in developing logical, actionable strategies. I’ve no hesitation to recommend him to any prospective client.