Who we are
We are a community business committed to sustainable development in all our projects and partnerships.
Since the founding of CNT Associates in 2003, the world has changed significantly.
AI and other technological developments, combined with more traditional hurdles, such as funding, present both opportunities and challenges for today’s founders and business owners.
Our mission is to provide solutions that support the continuous evolution of businesses and social enterprises.
Business evolution isn’t easy on your own. CNT Associates can empower your vision.
Meet the team
Our team has supported thousands of businesses, social enterprises, and nonprofits in their growth and development.
Gary Parker
Managing Director
Gary has over two decades of experience in consultancy, training, and management development services. He has extensive first-hand involvement working with the community, public, and private sectors.
Gary believes the company’s success stems from the team’s role as supportive advisers rather than consultants, and from having both a social conscience and a commitment to delivering high-quality services.
As a strategic leader, Gary is responsible for the day-to-day management of the company. He provides bespoke client support with his specialist knowledge in fundraising, management and organisational development.
Caroline Skelly
Direct Services Manager
Caroline is an experienced professional manager with accomplishments in administration, information technology, research, and event management.
She is responsible for company-wide client communications and engagement, administration management, webinar management, training and consultancy management.
Caroline’s organised, confident and diplomatic approach means that clients consistently receive dedicated support throughout their journey with us.
Sybil Mayard, MSc
Digital Services Consultant
Sybil's experience spans a diverse range of areas in the digital sector. In 2020, Sybil founded Sybiltec, to support small business owners with the digital services they need to scale and succeed. Her expertise includes web design and development, email marketing, CRM, automation, analytics and cyber security basics.
As an adviser for several business support programmes, Sybil delivers 1-2-1 sessions and webinars on marketing, digital tools and other related fields.
Sybil is also an organiser of Bexley Linkup, a networking group for local entrepreneurs.
Chris Parker
Researcher and Bid Writer
Chris specialises in creating compelling proposals to help businesses win new contracts and funding opportunities.
His role involves investigating and analysing the industry context and tender requirements to produce funding options for clients.
Chris also conducts thorough research of funders before writing cohesive and effective bids and applications.
Hayley Hickmott-Maurice
Copywriting and Content Writing Consultant
Hayley is a creative copywriter and content writer, and the founder of ‘Head and Heart Messaging’.
With thirteen years of professional writing experience, Hayley supports small business owners to improve their digital discoverability, credibility and connection with their target buyers.
Her writing balances strategy and soul for long-term client investment, and her services include: website copywriting, email copywriting, blog writing and LinkedIn content writing.
Our team works seamlessly together to deliver results for your business.
We have achieved Safe Supplier status, a quality mark based on sustainability principles, including environmental sustainability, organisational stability, financial stability, and ethical trading policies.
What we do
Because every business is unique, we offer tailored support packages for our clients. Our packages can include:
Learn about your funding options (e.g., loans, grants) and receive support in creating a compelling business plan that attracts investors.
Unburden yourself of the technical details involved in research and grant application writing. Our specialists will handle the winning bid for you.
Upskill, build resilience and discover the tools for sustainable growth.
Demystify digital growth and discover proven strategies to expand your online presence.
Whatever your hurdle, we’ll listen to your aspirational goals and set a clear path to a successful solution.
Who we help
CNT Associates provides advice to businesses, nonprofits, and charities seeking funding, solutions, and support.
We have worked with over 4,000 businesses and social enterprises, as well as 5,000 charities, across the UK in multiple sectors, including creative, technology, health, social welfare, and wellbeing.
We have also provided vital fundraising and advice to support agencies (such as TfL and GLAB), housing associations (e.g. Peabody), developers, universities, colleges and local authorities.
Our values
Partnership
We are invested in your long-term business success, not just project completion.
Dedication
CNT Associates is committed to in-depth research and solutions planning to deliver exceptional results.
Empowerment
We help you grow your confidence and capabilities to execute sustainable growth independently.
Scalability
Our team meets you where you are and supports you in expanding your business efficiently, without compromising performance.
Sustainability
At CNT Associates, we are committed to reducing our environmental impact and continually developing eco-friendly strategies.
CNT Associates employees uphold our Environmental Policy standards, and we actively support our clients in implementing sustainable business solutions.
If you’ve got a specific question in mind about our services, head to our FAQ page for answers.