Testimonials - Andy Warren - Marshall Keen

Testimonials

"Andy is a rare talent - a finance leader who has a deep understanding of the people and technology in our business, and applies that to building commercial solutions and plans at every level. He delivers on strategic analysis and thinking, while handling detail and rigour few can match. A super guy to work with - he is both energetic and empathetic, and has a wry sense of humour and is amazingly well-read."

"I had the pleasure of working with Andy as CFO of Celona. At Isosceles we have the opportunity to work with many good Finance Directors - Andy rates amongst the best. We hope to have the opportunity to work together again on future projects." - Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity

"Having worked in an executive coaching relationship with Andy and his team I was struck by Andy's sheer professionalism and drive, he is committed to seeing the absolute full potential of both himself and his team being completely realised, overcoming any challenges along the way to delivering real business value. He negotiates well, is a good strategic thinker, and demonstrates real leadership."

"Andy is a clear strategic thinker who can also keep a firm control of the financial detail of the business. He played a key role in securing finance from Alchemy Partners and then in achieving rapid growth of the business."

"Andy is a competent commercial finance director. As well as managing the day-to-day finances well, he dealt effectively with customers and with many complex issues associated with having three venture capital investors with differing agendas, and raising money from them (in one instance as a new investor to the company, in other instances as follow-on rounds). I enjoyed working with him."

"I have had the pleasure of working with Andy for almost 1 year and found him to be very professional, positive and diligent in all his undertakings. Andy is a good humoured individual who drove the teams and individuals forwards within the business. I would not hesitate in recommending Andy to any potential employer."

"Andy worked on a number of start up and transaction based assignments with me in the then emerging field of 'new media' encompassing online services, games development and media distribution. Andy was throughout a focussed, diligent and smart person to have on the team, contributing pro-actively in the negotiation, acquisition and integration of new businesses with entrepreneurial flair. Strongly recommended."

"If you are looking for someone who is at the top of their game in the world of finance then Andy is your man. From personal financial management techniques to company matters, Andy is clear and concise on what is needed to make a company or individual financially successful."

"Andy is one of a rare breed of finance professionals that 'gets it' he has a strong understanding of the broader business challenges and this makes Andy highly commercial. He's also very approachable which is another one of the reasons we've stayed in touch over many years."

"I worked with Andy for six months at Celona during which time he demonstrated the highest levels of professionalism and integrity during a very difficult period in the Company's history. I would not hesitate in recommending him to potential clients and employers."

"I worked closely with Andy on a number of complex restructuring, merger & acquisition projects. Andy is visionary, business-orientated and professional and I cannot recommend him highly enough for his entrepreneurial spirit and leadership."

"I had the pleasure of working with Andy for six years at Centric Telecom. Andy is inspirational and a true leader. I would recommend him for any position where he is driving an organisation and its employees forward."

"Andy came aboard just before the acquisition of Smartgroups by Freeserve - obviously a very challenging time for a CFO. He worked professionally and got up to speed remarkably quickly on what was a complex and fast-paced deal. A pleasure to work with."

"Andy was a talented and experienced chartered accountant brought in to BT especially to head the investments financial assessments of the Broadband data & Multimedia area. This was a highly complex time where the network technology was complex and cutting edge, with many technical and strategic options available, uncertain fledgling market, coupled with restricting regulatory environment. Andy demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, intelligence, zeal and agility in getting to grips with complexities, the risks and issues and applying these to confirm analysis was sound in a short time-period."

"Andy is a superb sales-orientated Financial Director, who at all times ensures that you have his fullest support in the business development function, with both new and existing clients. Whenever an individual needs assistance, Andy is always the first to offer his expert advice and over the years that I have either worked for him - or with him - this has always proven to be an extremely collaborative exercise, which delivers a positive outcome for all concerned. I cannot think of any way in which an FD can assist his colleagues to any greater degree than that exhibited by Andy - a truly professional model for all FD's and CFO's to gauge themselves against.."

"Andy joined a young and dynamic team and fitted in straight away. He brought a rare combination of financial ability and a sense of humour to our business. Andy proved himself very capable during an extremely busy period which involved raising finance, sale of the business and integrating with the management of a FTSE 100 company. He's a good guy."

"top bloke on a stick"

"Andy is an extremely able and first rate finance director able to handle high level negotiations as well as keeping a sharp eye on a company's finances"

Andy has over 20 years of experience and expertise in finance, sales, marketing, human resources, corporate restructuring, legal and technical operations as well as skills in management, leadership, negotiation, training and development

If you would like to engage Andy as your CFO or FD then call us now on 01256 698031 or send an email to admin@marshallkeen.com