Innovative Strategies for Rapid & Sustainable Business Growth
“Business Consultancy from SKCI, and specifically Stephen Kirk, has been game changing for us at Planet Mark…We are more than happy to report an exponential growth in sales and couldn’t recommend SKCI more.”
Steve Malkin, CEO of The Planet Mark; a sustainability certification company
Latest Insight from SKCI
Remote Work Revolution: Examining the Long-Term Benefits of Flexible Work Arrangements
In previous years the concept of a location independent working life, meaning you can work effectively from anywhere, has been on the wish list of many. This can be referred to as WFA (Work From Anywhere). Pre-pandemic very few managed to make WFA a reality, some examples of those who did are those with their own online businesses, digital nomads
Sustainable Success Blueprint: Five Steps to an Effective Business Strategy
Much has been written about the importance of measuring carbon emissions and the importance of addressing climate change. Indeed, this is increasingly becoming a legal requirement with, for example, larger companies in the UK having to report against SECR (Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting).
Striking Balance for Success: How Slowing Down Can Lead to Better Productivity
Many successful business people identify with being a ‘Type A’ personality, which we colloquially agree means ambitious, action oriented, goal driven and tenacious. This often translates to a full schedule and a long To Do List with big goals to achieve. However, we are all limited by the time and energy we have available to succeed, so it’s useful to develop strategies to maximise productivity.
Your Business Needs…
Innovative strategy consultancy services for rapid & sustainable business growth

ESG Strategy Development
SKCI’s experienced consultants work with your stakeholders to create a comprehensive ESG Strategy which is in alignment with your business growth goals.

Business Strategy Development
Working with SKCI will help you to move faster in developing your sustainable growth strategy, as well as facilitating a successful and effective implementation.

Board Development
Many leaders of high growth companies do not understand how to develop an effective board and have difficulty in maintaining the discipline of separating the roles of shareholders, directors and management.

Welcome to SK Consulting & Investment Ltd. (SKCI)
"I’m Stephen Kirk, CEO of SKCI, and I’d like to personally welcome you. If you are new to us, we are experts at creating innovative strategies for rapid and sustainable business growth.
If you are interested in partnering with us to enhance your sustainability business's strategy, and unlock its full potential, we invite you to get in touch. Our team would be delighted to discuss your unique needs, answer your questions, and explore how we can work together to create a more sustainable future.
Thank you for considering SKCI as your trusted advisor in sustainable business practices. We look forward to connecting with you soon.
All the best, Stephen"
Strategy Hub
SKCI’s Strategy Hub is your One-Stop-Shop for all your business strategy needs. You will find SKCI’s 5 Key Questions (5KQ) of Business Strategy. Work your way through from article 5KQ 1 – 5, or dip in and out as you like. A growing library of Strategy Tools are available to download in easy to use Word and Powerpoint format.
SWOT Analysis – SKCI Business Strategy Tool
SWOT Analysis – SKCI Business Strategy ToolBackground SWOT analysis is one of the most popular strategy tools available due to its simplicity and effectiveness. SWOT stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats and is most often used in the early stages...
Insight Article: Strategy Series Question 2 – Where do we want to go?
Insight Article: Strategy Series Question 2 - Where do we want to go?Continuing The 5KQ Approach In the previous article we looked at the first of the Five Key Questions (5KQ) for Strategy Development, namely ‘Where are we now?’. The second Question in the 5KQ series...
PEST Analysis – SKCI Business Strategy Tool
PEST Analysis – SKCI Business Strategy ToolBackground PEST Analysis is a tool used to understand the macro external factors affecting your organisation. PEST which stands for Political, Economic, Social and Technical, encompasses the main factors which impact an...
Client Testimonials
In working with SKCI our key goal was to raise investment for the company, Stephen has been critical to that project and we now have our first stage of funding in the bank. SKCI supported Turnkey during the investment process by reviewing corporate governance, managing the discussions with the potential investors and developing a valuation model for the business. Following this investment, we have asked Stephen to join the board of Turnkey where he is helping us to develop the business further.
As CEO of a small but growing company, it is essential to have around you the experience needed to guide you through the risks and opportunities that you encounter. Stephen Kirk has been there for me, the Board and Management Team at The Planet Mark, mentoring us individually and providing vital additional expertise and resource for us to rapidly and safely grow the business. It’s so important to have that support there, on tap. But his support goes beyond his direct experience, it is also his calmness and humour that makes the whole process productive, rewarding and enjoyable. And that makes all the difference.