Michael Elliot

Mike has achieved significant success in his finance and strategic management career. As a Director at Middleton Enterprises, he played a pivotal role in doubling the Assets Under Management (AUM) and spearheaded the development and execution of the ‘Growth Capital’ strategy. With his guidance, portfolio businesses experienced significant revenue and profit growth. His ability to balance risk and identify true value has driven impressive growth for companies like HBB Relocation and Apex Bridging. He has lead on primary and secondary equity investments, part disposals and a variety of debt deals.

Mike possesses excellent financial acumen, strategic analysis, and risk management skills. He is also highly skilled in communication and building interpersonal relationships, becoming a trusted advisor and financial guardian to owner managers and a family office with £150m of gross assets. Currently, as the owner of Withwards Business Leadership, Mike focuses on helping business owners get investment ready, executive coaching, leadership development, and strategic consultancy. He also holds several board advisory positions and actively contributes to charitable endeavours as a trustee for Novi Most International.

Outside of work, Mike is married to Pippa, and they have three wonderful children. When the opportunity arises, he is an enthusiastic, if inexpert, squash player and cricket fan.