Scale Smarter, Exit Stronger

We help growth-stage startups streamline ops, reduce burn, and maximise exit value using AI + offshore execution, paid only on results.

What We Deliver at Smart Scaling

Performance-Based Growth Ops

We design and run your outbound, back-office, and lead gen functions using AI + offshore teams. You only pay when it works.

Exit Preparation & Scale Consulting

We audit your operational model and team structure to align with future buyers or investors.

Lean Execution, Maximum Output

Ditch bloat. We help you scale without adding internal costs, preparing you for Series B or M&A readiness.

Are You a Fit?

To partner with us at this advanced stage, your company should:

  • Be a UK or Ireland based company
  • Have at least £2M+ in annual recurring revenue (ARR)
  • Have a proven, repeatable, and scalable business model
  • Be VC-backed or preparing for strategic expansion, Series B, or exit
  • Be open to offshore + AI automation to streamline growth
Building Mattioli Woods: From Vision to Legacy
Mattioli Series

Building Mattioli Woods: From Vision to Legacy

Dive into the extraordinary journey of Ian Mattioli, from converting his garage into the powerhouse that is Mattioli Woods, to guiding Kanabo and Care Hires as chairman. Ian's story is not just about scaling a business to managing  £15 bn for 15,000 clients over 900 employees; it's about the essence of entrepreneurship, the hurdles of taking a company public, and the importance of mentorship in business growth.

Ian Mattioli MBE

CEO & Co-Founder of Mattioli Woods

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Spotlight Series
Spotlight Series

Spotlight Series

Step into the Spotlight Series, where innovation meets dedication in the ever-evolving world of healthcare and technology.
Through this series, we explore the groundbreaking achievements, challenges, and visions of the teams and leaders behind projects such as The GP Service, Kanabo, and Treat It Clinics, showcasing their unwavering drive to revolutionise healthcare delivery.

Entrepreneur | Investor | Strategic Advisor

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Cake Box Series

Cake Box Series

Dive into the inspiring journey of Sukh Chamdal, founder of Cake Box, as he shares how passion, resilience, and innovation turned a simple idea into a thriving business empire. From identifying market gaps to scaling operations and going public, this series offers invaluable lessons for entrepreneurs ready to turn bold visions into reality.

Sukh Chamdal

Chief Executive Officer, Cake Box

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Ian Mattioli MBE

CEO & Co-Founder of Mattioli Woods

About Ian Mattioli

Ian Mattioli MBE is the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Mattioli Woods, a leading financial services firm established in 1991. With nearly four decades of experience, Ian has been instrumental in transforming Mattioli Woods into a major firm, managing over £15 billion in assets for approximately 15,000 clients. His expertise spans wealth management, financial planning, and property businesses.

In addition to his role at Mattioli Woods, Ian has been a key figure in developing the investment strategy for Custodian REIT plc, where he serves as a Non-Executive Director. In recognition of his significant contributions to the financial services industry and his community, Ian was awarded an MBE in 2017.

Ian's career highlights his entrepreneurial spirit, leadership, and dedication to mentoring, as he continues to guide businesses and start-ups through his various roles.

Suleman Sacranie

Entrepreneur | Investor | Strategic Advisor

About Suleman Sacranie

Suleman is a seasoned entrepreneur with extensive experience in launching and scaling innovative businesses across multiple sectors, including healthcare, technology, and consumer goods. He is currently the CEO of The GP Service, a leading digital health platform, and the Managing Director of Kanabo Group, a publicly listed company focused on advanced medical cannabis solutions.Suleman’s career began with ventures in e-commerce, where he successfully established and exited multiple businesses. His expertise spans business strategy, operational scaling, and leveraging technology to create disruptive business models. Beyond his entrepreneurial ventures, he has a strong track record of collaborating with investors and driving organisational growth.In addition to his leadership roles, Suleman is a Partner at PrimeStart Capital, where he mentors start-ups, supports funding initiatives, and promotes offshore staffing solutions to help businesses scale efficiently.Suleman is passionate about innovation and healthcare accessibility, contributing to transformative changes in the sectors he operates in.

Cut Costs, Scale Faster: The AI + Offshore Playbook for Founders

 Learn how leading startups are preparing for scale or exit using lean, automated operations.

Accelerate Your Business Growth

We help startups scale smarter without overhead.
Whether you need performance-based funding, offshore delivery teams, or growth execution support, we plug in fast and get results.

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What types of startups do you work with?

We work with early and growth-stage startups that already have traction — typically £500K+ in annual revenue, or strong product-market fit. You should be ready to scale, optimise operations, or unlock growth through automation, offshore talent, or AI.

What industries do you specialise in??

We’re industry-agnostic but love working with SaaS, digital health, marketplaces, and tech-enabled service companies. If your business relies on workflows, systems, or manual tasks we can probably automate or scale it.

Do you offer funding or investment?

We don’t run a traditional VC fund. Instead, we offer performance-based execution. That means we build bots, offshore teams, and automation tools for free — and only get paid based on results (like leads generated, revenue unlocked, or cost savings).

How do we get started?

Fill out our project form, and we’ll review whether there’s a strong fit. If there is, we’ll set up a discovery call, run a mini audit, and outline what we’d build — no strings attached. If you're happy, we’ll plug in our team and launch in days, not months.

Do I need to be based in the UK?

No — we work with startups across the UK, US, Europe, and Asia. Our core team is global, and we build offshore teams or plug in AI tools no matter where you are.

 What do you actually build?

We build AI agents, automation workflows, and offshore teams across:

1. Sales: lead gen bots, follow-up sequences, CRMs
2. Ops: task automation, SOPs, process tools
3. Marketing: content tools, scheduling bots, social automation
4. Finance: cash flow tracking, finance dashboards, invoice automations

 Do you offer general startup advice or pitch decks?

No — we’re not consultants or a pitch deck service. Our job is to help you execute better with less overhead. We don’t do retainers, and we don’t waste time. We plug in, perform, and get paid based on results.

What’s the typical commitment or pricing model?

We operate on a performance model — meaning no retainers, no upfront consulting fees. We build AI workflows, bots, and offshore teams for free, and only get paid based on the results we drive (leads, savings, or growth).

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