Strategy Insight Advisory

I combine senior leadership experience, academic research and practical consultancy to help organisations make better strategic decisions. I help leaders create clarity, make confident choices and deliver meaningful change.

 

What I do

  • Strategy and advisory

  • Facilitation of bespoke events

  • Research and insight

  • Organisational change

  • Innovation and partnerships

Recent work includes work with small and large SMEs, local government, universities and innovation partnerships.

Services

  • Professor Helen Bailey - Vice Principal, Queen Mary University of London


    Rachel combines intellectual rigour with a practical, solutions-focused mindset, and consistently demonstrates an ability to connect ideas, people and opportunities in ways that deliver real impact. Her insight into the intersection of creativity, technology and policy is both timely and valuable. Her consultancy makes a meaningful contribution to the sector.

  • Helen Cuthill - CEO, Smallpiece Trust

    Farrer Consulting makes things happen. During my time working with Rachel, she consistently exceeded targets in income generation, participation, and engagement. She spots opportunities, connects the dots, and cuts through complexity to find solutions and deliver reviews with real value—all while inspiring and motivating others.

  • Paul Fairburn - Innovation Ecosystem Director, Coventry University

    Rachel was instrumental in establishing our cultural and creative strategy, she has enhanced the profile of our cultural activities and created meaningful partnerships both within and beyond the organisation. An inspiring leader, and a true asset to any project, Rachel thrives on making things happen, and consistently brings energy, creativity, and collaboration to her work.

  • Malcolm Barnes - Director, Hollywood Gaming

    Farrer Consulting worked with Hollywood Gaming to help define our strategy as the business tailors its offering across immersive and multisensory technologies.

    Rachel helped us define our solutions for entertainment, cultural and heritage, and enterprise and healthcare.