Tom McLoughlin Managing Director “One day a month an interesting morning kicked off with a warm welcome at reception, then coffee and a bacon roll in friendly surroundings. The monthly meeting was never long enough once you become engrossed in the wide variety of topics each morning. Over the year our horizons were broadened on subjects relating to strategies, marketing techniques, negotiation skills, people management and leadership skills. OK I failed on the presentation skills, but I did have the benefit of meeting some very interesting people from completely different working backgrounds. Many having similar problems, but everyone looking to achieve the same goal.” Mac’s Plasterboard Systems Ltd

Kevin Prosser director “I found it to be interesting and relevant to my business. A great rounding off for all directors and I would strongly recommend it to anyone.” Tri-Star Packaging Supplies Ltd

Jeanette Wood Managing director “Time seriously well spent! It made me consider so many practical aspects of our business and I now have so much more confidence to make positive changes using a whole new set of skills.” Bison River Limited

Ian Chappell Managing director “The obk MBA course – I personally found this course very useful. The two Pauls have a refreshing approach with an element of humour. Thoroughly recommend.” Rackhams Limited

Neil Walton Managing director “Not only did I improve my managerial skills especially on the financial and strategic side but I also enjoyed sharing ideas and problems with other business owners from completely different industries.” Centor Insurance & Risk Management Ltd

Theo De Regibus Sales Director “Attending the obk MBA is a must for any business wishing to grow successfully, every session provided practical knowledge which I was able to use immediately.” Raymond Morris Group Ltd

Mark McIntyre Operations director “An excellent course and a morning very well spent once a month. Three quarters of the way through now and throughout the year I’ve tried to use and implement some of the business techniques learned from the MBA (and the bacon rolls ain’t bad).” Mac’s Plasterboard Systems Ltd

Dave Everett & Suraj Shah Joint Managing directors “The obk MBA course gave us the tools to run our company as it should be, avoiding the pitfalls and concentrating our efforts where they had most impact. The regular commitment to attend made us take time away from the phones and emails to focus on the bigger picture. Basically we feel more in control having been encouraged to work ‘on the business’ rather than ‘in the business’. Very informative, yet entertaining, we had to work, but the rewards were great. Lovely grub too.” Badger Computer Services Ltd

Elaine Verhaag “As a whistle-stop tour of essential topics this course would be hard to beat – certainly in terms of value for money. I have found it to be informative, relevant and fun. Above all, the two Pauls have an admirable grasp of their subjects which they present with conviction and flair.” Chase Information Technology Services Ltd

Peter Timotheou Production Director “Fantastic course to be taken seriously. Not for the faint hearted or “I’ll do it tomorrow” brigade.” Tims Dairy Limited

Michelle Wilson Managing Director “Take this course if you want a monthly injection of motivation! Each topic is relevant to business today and you will find yourself using many of the tips and formulas on a regular basis. Plus, you will finally understand all those things that you feel you should know but felt too stupid to ask! Particularly great for competitive strategy.” The Sharp End Creative Ltd