Unreasonable Mentors

Nick D

Strategic Business Coach / Fractional COO/COS

Nick is an Unreasonable Mentor. Nick was part of Unreasonable Impact UK & Europe 2022 (Feb - Apr), and has advised over 14 Unreasonable companies.
I’m a strategic leader with an entrepreneurial mindset, strong business acumen, and a passion for empowering people and organisations. Results driven and goal oriented, I excel at transforming vision into action and driving meaningful change.
With 28 years of experience across financial services, digital marketing, mobile, and design, I bring a broad, cross industry perspective and deep expertise in strategy, operations, and business transformation.
I’m a dynamic leader and I thrive in complex environments. With a proven ability to navigate major strategic shifts, driving change, scaling business and building strong relationships. My strengths lie in communication, team building, and fostering a culture of success.
Above all, I’m passionate about people, being an enabler and creating space for people and teams to be successful.
Career Highlights:
* Accenture– Led the operational setup, launch, and scaling of Fjord’s first R&D design studio, part of Accenture’s flagship multi-disciplinary innovation centre - The Dock
* Fjord UK/I – Spearheaded an operational restructure and rapid headcount growth post Accenture’s acquisition of Fjord globally
* agencymobile, mobile product strategy and development agency – Led a 30+ strong team, driving 15% YoY revenue growth through a recession. Worked with global clients including The FA, RBS 6 Nations, BBCWW, Reebok, Waitrose, JP Morgan, and Deutsche Bank. Earned multiple industry awards, including:
* 25+ #1 App Store rankings
* HR Excellence Awards 2012 – Most Innovative Use of Technology (Deutsche Bank)
* The Sunday Times Top 500 Apps (3 consecutive years)