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    Hello and Welcome

    Empowering Creative Companies

    Building a business is one thing. Managing its finances is another!

     

    It’s time to make your money work for you and keep more of it!

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    About Us

     

    With decades of experience in financial management and a passion for empowering creative success, I help you turn your artistic vision into a thriving, financially secure reality

     

    The founder and managing director of Business Bright, Ally O'Meally-Watson is a Chartered Management Accountant (CIMA). She has over 30 years of accountancy experience within the UK working with companies such as award-winning, Blackburn's Design Consultants (London), Amani Jones Limited - Handbag Designers, Clean Break Theatre Company, The Welsh National Opera, Cinetig films and more.

     

    Ally is also a director and chair of Winding Snake Productions. She recently started working with the Branson Centre of Entrepreneurship in the Caribbean as a finance coach.

     

  • Client Testimonials

     

    The Fearless Finance workshop with Ally really was an eye opener into how important and useful it can be to understand the financial side of your business even though from the offset it can appear daunting. It has helped me to see how I can begin marking my progress and understand my business in more depth to allow me to understand its capabilities for growth. My subsequent 1-2-1 with Ally was great to begin setting up some important financial documents, creating annual and monthly targets to check that I'm on track and make sure that I am making my business is working for me. Thank you Ally for your knowledge and encouragement.

     

    —Clarice Price Thomas Jewellery Designer/Maker

     

    Ally worked for over a year as a financial consultant on the New Creative Markets Programme. Her specialist knowledge and experience of working with businesses in the creative industries allowed her to quickly build confidence with the artists and designers. She delivered excellent 'Fearless Finance' workshops that were accessible to businesses at various stages of growth and engaged participants through visual mapping. She worked with businesses on a 121 basis and received consistently good feedback. I would highly recommend Ally as a consultant for creative businesses and her work on the New Creative Markets Programme has had a measurable impact.

    -www.spacestudios.org.uk and Lena Nix - Artist Development Manager

     

    Ally is great person to work with and her financial skills and knowledge has helped BDC develop its financial management arrangements from financial planning, monitoring and projecting through to the statement of accounts. She puts a lot of effort and time into assisting my office manage the income and expenditure accounts throughout the year giving solid quarterly advice, financial information and benchmarking for key performance factors that we agree which is invaluable in successfully running my business and projecting to the end of year statement of accounts.

     

    —Byron Davies OBE, Managing Director BDConsulting (UK)

     

    Allocating the time to your business plan just doesn't seem to happen when you are busy working on a day by day basis. However, working with Ally from Business Bright on our business planning process has been of such a huge benefit to JacBee and a great way of making you as a business take some dedicated time out to focus, discuss and more importantly plan'.

     

    —Victoria Beesley, Co-Director, JacBee Ltd http://www.jacbee.co.uk/

     

    Business Bright make a refreshing change to the usual accountancy firms, taking a keen interest in the intricacies of our business over and above the routine number crunching. Our regular review meetings definitely add value and help us to shape our ongoing business marketing and development plans

     

    —Ronsons Restaurants (Herb & Ellies)

     

    Before I started working with Ally on my Financial Roadmap, I was hesitant because I already had a bookkeeper and accountant on my team. However, after my initial chat with Ally, I found that she didn’t use too much jargon and made it all really easy for me to understand my business numbers.

     

    The feature that I loved most about the program was that I became crystal clear (well almost) about what my financial statements actually meant and Ally found some errors in my accounts that I was not aware of. Together, we quickly got my accounting system up to date and sorted and I also had a set of forecasts so that I could secure much needed additional funding. I can now track my progress and grow my company with greater confidence. By the way, I increased by income by 95% and reduced my business expenditure by 25% so far since starting our financial strategy sessions.

     

    I certainly would recommend the Financial Roadmap Program to anyone that is scared stiff about financials, doesn’t understand their accounts and doesn’t know what questions to ask their bookkeeper/accountant.

     

    I now have Ally as my monthly finance coach which has been invaluable because I get to sit down with her every month. She prepares my management reports and talks me through my statements as well as being a sounding board for my non-financial business issues and ideas.

     

    - Alex Palma - Kina Events, London

     

    What people say about the Right-Brain Business Planning Course:

     

    This course helped me re-energize and align my vision, purpose and actions. In fact, engaging in this class got me so inspired again about my business that I found myself in action implementing my plan while simultaneously creating it! Results are already materializing.

    — Amy Egenberger, Spirit Out!, Inc, www.spiritout.com

     

    Approaching the writing of a business plan with a right-brain creative aspect makes it less intimidating and more inspiring. It certainly isn't boring! I think the creative approach makes it more personal.

     

    The best aspect for me in this class is feeling that I have a better direction for my business. It pushed me to move in a direction that I've been contemplating for almost a year."

     

    —Amy Crawley, Amy A. Crawley Fine Art, www.amyacrawley.com

     

    "I've written business plans before, but this helped me do it in a way that let me stay in the right mindset for the project. The old ways felt like trapping the creative flow in false structure that misled me. But my Right-Brain Business Plan® not only provides structure, it provides inspiration and puts me in the right (ha!)mindset."

     

    —Tori Deaux, The Circus Serene, www.circusserene.com

    "I definitely appreciate the fact that this course emphasizes and acknowledges how important visuals are to the right brain person. This concept really helps me stay focused and interested in the planning process of my business. Phew! This is the furthest I have ever gone in the planning process. I typically don't make it past reading the two words, ‘executive summary'."

     

    — Lisa Hause, Lisa Hause Photography, www.lisahause.com

     

    "If you don't have a plan for your business, you need one. If you want to have fun learning how to develop a plan, take this course. This course takes the ‘scare factor' out of creating a business plan."

    —Tracey Asai, Tracey Asai Designs, www.traceyasaidesigns.com

     

    'I learned a great deal about how to put profit first, plus how to keep my artistic integrity and pursue the gap between a financially viable commercial photographic career and a flourishing art practice.

    Thanks for the financial documents - these are great! It’s really helpful to see these figures down on paper; it frees up space in my head to get on with the creativity!! Finally, I can see a financial future!'

     

    —Karen Roswell Photography 

     

     

    'I met Ally in the Branson Centre of Entrepreneurship Caribbean training program for Jamaican Entrepreneurs. Going into the program, I had a basic knowledge of accounting. I wasn't confident in reading financial reports, and what reports were most beneficial in monitoring cash flow, "real profit," cost savings or waste.

     

    I wanted a financial mentor since financial planning was a valuable skill necessary to scale and grow my business, but I was not prepared for the impact Ally would have on my business and my mindset. Each week we would meet for advisory sessions, where I would outline strategies and prospects for revenue, and Ally would give advice. She stressed the importance of planning and understanding the actual cost associated with my services.

     

    Ally emphasized measuring the financial health of my business by tracking my cash flow using agile reporting templates. She coached me with demonstration and practice to understand budgeting and forecasting, that cash is king, and that there are distinct differences between sales, profits, and cash, in how they affect business growth. I no longer feel like a rookie in financial planning due to Ally's mentorship.

     

    I am more enthusiastic about reading my financials monthly because now it makes better sense for the growth of my company, and I now have better financial goals in mind. I use my accounting system differently now; ensuring accurate data input provides me with the correct reports and balances synced with my bank.

    Thanks to Ally, I can confidently use financial terms, whether basic accounting or top-level economic language when speaking with financial institutions. Ally gave me more than just financial mentorship; she gave me financial confidence and better business health''.

    Every business needs an "Ally"

     

    - Stacy-Ann Wilson Odem Creative Media Limited

     

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    The Financial Roadmap to Make More, Spend Smarter and Keep More Money for Growth

     

    Money isn’t everything, but in business, it’s like oxygen—essential for survival and growth. Without it, even the best ideas falter.

    Are you getting the financial clarity you need to create more profits and cash flow in your business?

    Is cash flow keeping you up at night?

    Are your accounts disorganized or just plain confusing?

    Do you know your profits from last year—or your projection for next year?

    Can you confidently say your margins are where they should be?

    Are you clear on whether you can afford to hire more staff or scale operations?

     

    Without clear, accurate numbers, even the most ambitious CEOs can feel stuck. But here's the good news: you don’t need to master every detail yourself. What you do need is a Financial Roadmap that simplifies your financial data, identifies opportunities, and sets you on the path to confident decision-making and growth.

     

    Introducing the Financial Roadmap

    The Financial Roadmap to Make More, Spend Smarter and Keep More Money for Growth is an 8-step process designed to take you from chaos and confusion to clarity and control. Whether your books are a mess, or you simply don’t trust the numbers, this program equips you with the tools and insights to drive your business forward.

     

    By the end of this process, you’ll know:

    • Exactly where your business stands financially.
    • How to optimize profits and cash flow.
    • What steps to take to ensure long-term financial health.
    • This isn’t just about numbers—it’s about unlocking the confidence and freedom to make decisions that align with your goals.

    What’s Included in the Financial Roadmap?

    The 8-Step Process:

    1. Define Your Vision & Goals
      Establish where you are now, your lifestyle goals, and your business vision, then create an actionable plan to align them.
    2. Streamline Your Accounting System
      Clean up, organize, and fine-tune your financial records so you can trust the numbers you see.
    3. Build a Cash Flow Projection
      Develop a plan to manage your company’s lifeblood—cash—ensuring obligations are met and growth remains sustainable.
    4. Analyze Current Financial Health
      Evaluate your business’s profitability and financial position using past and current data.
    5. Identify Profit Opportunities
      Uncover areas where you can cut costs, improve margins, and boost revenue streams.
    6. Develop Strategic Goals
      Create a comprehensive financial action plan with measurable objectives tailored to your business.
    7. Train and Empower Your Team
      Equip your finance team with the skills and systems they need to maintain accurate records and reliable reporting.
    8. Monitor and Adjust Regularly
      Implement monthly reporting and KPI tracking to ensure your business stays on course—and pivot when necessary.

    How It Works

    Initial Consultation: We’ll dive into your current financial situation, goals, and pain points.

    • Review: We'll review your current accounting/bookkeeping system and analyse your recent financial statements and tax returns to identify opportunities to save money and make more income.
    • Plan Your Future: We'll create a comprehensive plan for your income, expenses including your salary, breakeven and cash flow
      Customized Roadmap: You’ll receive a tailored report with recommendations to streamline your systems and align your finances with your business vision.
    • Hands-On Implementation: I’ll guide you (and your finance team, if applicable) through implementing your roadmap, ensuring you achieve clarity and control.
    • Optional Virtual CFO Support: For ongoing insights and strategy, I can act as your Virtual CFO, providing regular financial reports and strategic guidance.

    Results You Can Expect

    Here’s what recent clients have achieved with the Financial Roadmap:

    "Ally quickly identified errors in my accounts and updated my systems, providing me with forecasts that secured additional funding. Since starting our sessions, I’ve increased income by 95% and reduced expenses by over 50%. I finally feel in control."
    — Alex Palmer, Kina Events Management Ltd

     

    "Ally’s financial expertise helped me transform how I manage income, expenses, and projections. Her guidance has been invaluable in confidently running my business and planning for the future."
    — Byron Davies OBE, Managing Director, BDConsulting Ltd

     

    Why This Matters

    Financial clarity isn’t just for the numbers-savvy—it’s for every business owner who wants to grow with confidence. With a clear Financial Roadmap, you’ll have the insights and tools to:

    • Make informed decisions about hiring, scaling, and investing.
    • Build a financial foundation that supports your long-term goals.
    • Focus on what you do best while leaving the financial details to experts.

    Get Started Today

    This standalone service is the perfect first step in transforming your finances and setting your business up for sustainable success.

     

    Investment: £1,497
    Ready to take the next step? Click [here] to book your complimentary consultation. 

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