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The Challenge

DAWN – Disability Advice & Welfare Network wanted to present its services in a more professional and engaging way and strengthen its online presence.

How I Helped
I used my business, social media and digital marketing experience to help develop a more professional online presence. I designed the website, created logos, produced promotional posters and developed marketing templates that could be used consistently across the organisation.

The Outcome
DAWN now has a clearer and more professional visual identity, with marketing materials and a website that better showcase its services and help it connect with its audience.

“Sometimes you meet the most incredible people. Mary Brockwell, you are amazing and so thoughtful. The work you do for Appointee Services Limited and now DAWN – Disability Advice & Welfare Network is so appreciated. Your knowledge around safeguarding adults and children is incredible. The new DAWN website is incredible. Thank you.”
What I delivered

Website Design | Logo Design | Social Media | Posters | Marketing Templates

 The Challenge
Facing redundancy from IT, with no previous flooring experience, the client wanted to start a new business but didn't know where to begin. At the same time, they were going through a divorce and feeling overwhelmed by the changes ahead.

How We Helped
Mary provided practical, step-by-step support to help turn the idea into a business. This included guidance to set up 24 Flooring, build confidence and take the first steps towards becoming self-employed.

The Outcome
With the right guidance and support, the client was able to move forward with their new business and a renewed sense of confidence.

“Mary guided me step by step, helping me set up 24 Flooring and giving me the confidence to move forward. She really made a difference in my life, and I’m so grateful for her support.”
 

Real business support. Practical guidance. A clear path forward.

The Challenge
The client was an experienced tradesperson who was confident in the practical side of the work but needed help with the business side. Paperwork, bookkeeping, customer service, suppliers and day-to-day processes were creating challenges and taking time away from the work.

How We Helped
We provided practical guidance to put clear business processes in place, helping the client understand their responsibilities, organise their administration and establish a more structured way of managing the business.

The Outcome
With better systems and processes in place, the client was able to work more confidently, reduce business risks and spend more time focusing on their trade and taking on new work.

“I’m good at doing the manual work, but I’ve never been strong with the paperwork and business side. Mary helped me put the processes in place from scratch, giving me confidence and saving me time so I can focus on my work and grow the business.” 

The Challenge
Already working as a registered childminder in London, the client wanted to develop a children's entertainment business to create an additional income stream as living costs and rent continued to rise. They needed support to understand how to set up and manage the new business properly.

How We Helped
Mary provided step-by-step guidance on setting up the business, managing self-employed processes and putting practical systems in place to keep the business organised and compliant.

The Outcome
The client was able to develop their new business alongside their existing work, reduce the time spent on administration and focus on delivering memorable experiences for children.

“Mary guided me through every step and helped me understand how to manage the business effectively. I now have the confidence to grow my business alongside my existing work and create an additional income.”
 

Helping people turn their skills and ideas into sustainable business opportunities.

 The Challenge
At just 21, the client was working full-time while developing an ambitious Amazon business. They had the drive and vision but needed practical guidance to turn their idea into a properly structured business.

How We Helped
Mary provided step-by-step support with setting up the limited company, establishing business processes and understanding what was needed to build a strong foundation for growth.

The Vision
The client has ambitious plans to grow the business into a £1 million company and now has greater confidence in taking the next steps.

“I’m only 21 and working full-time, but I started my Amazon business with Mary’s guidance. She helped me set up my limited company and processes so I can grow confidently. I have big ambitions for the business, and now I feel ready to work towards them.”
 

Helping ambitious entrepreneurs turn ideas into structured, scalable businesses.

   The Challenge
A new children's mental health charity focused on self-harm support and suicide prevention needed help building the organisation from the ground up. They needed practical guidance to establish the right structures, processes and safeguards before developing their services.

How We Helped
Mary provided step-by-step support across finance, HR, safeguarding, safe working practices, policies and procedures, helping the charity establish a professional and sustainable foundation.

The Outcome
The charity developed stronger systems and processes, giving the team greater confidence to focus on their mission and support children and families safely and effectively.

“We are incredibly grateful for Mary’s support in setting up the charity from scratch. Her expertise helped us put strong systems and processes in place and gave us the confidence to build a charity that is safe, professional and effective for the children and families we serve.”
 

 Challenge
An established electrical business needed a professional website that clearly showcased its services and created a stronger online presence.

How I Helped
I designed and developed the website, taking time to understand the business and its customers. I also made updates and improvements to maximise its professional online presence, improve usability and ensure the services were clearly presented.

Outcome
The business now has a professional, easy-to-use website that represents its electrical services clearly and provides customers with a stronger online experience.

Client Feedback

“I’m extremely pleased with the work Mary has done building and updating my website. She took the time to understand my business and created a professional, clear and easy-to-use website that represents my electrical services exactly how I wanted.”
 

“Mary was professional, knowledgeable and easy to work with throughout the process. I would highly recommend Mary and Forge Point Consulting to any business looking for a professional website and reliable support.”

What We Delivered:
Website Design & Development | Website Updates | Online Business Presence | Customer-Focused Content

Challenge
A domestic abuse service wanted to develop the charity to a more professional standard, strengthen its foundations and create clearer plans for future development, including its training offer.

How I Helped
I provided practical business development support, including logo and website design, business processes, planning and training development. I helped strengthen the organisation’s professional presentation and put clearer structures and plans in place for future development.

Outcome
The charity developed a stronger professional identity, clearer business processes and a more structured approach to future growth and training development.

“Mary provided outstanding business development support, helping us review and strengthen our business model, services and future plans. Her expertise, practical advice and professional approach gave us greater clarity and confidence to move forward and support the sustainable growth of our service. We would highly recommend Mary and Forge Point Consulting.”