Warrington-based entrepreneur John Hewitt has launched NorthBound, a consultancy and training business designed to help local businesses overcome challenges and unlock their full potential.
With decades of experience in leadership, management, and marketing, John is combining his professional expertise with his personal passion for the outdoors to create a unique, dynamic offering for businesses.
Previously the Marketing Director at GA Pet Food Partners, a global private-label pet food manufacturer, John’s career took an unexpected turn when a company restructure led to redundancy. Yet, this challenge became the catalyst for NorthBound—a business dedicated to empowering teams, refining strategies, and driving meaningful change.
John’s extensive background includes delivering leadership and management training for organizations across the public and private sectors, including Leyland Trucks, BAE Systems, and the NHS. Now, he’s using those skills to offer a fresh approach to solving business challenges.
John’s love of the outdoors has played a key role in shaping NorthBound’s approach. “Taking teams outside their usual environment can be incredibly powerful,” he explains. “The outdoors provides a unique setting to inspire new ideas, strengthen communication, and build resilience—all of which directly benefit businesses when brought back indoors.”
However, NorthBound isn’t limited to outdoor experiences. “Whether it’s hands-on outdoor activities, engaging workshops in a boardroom, or bespoke one-to-one consultancy, NorthBound is all about creating tailored solutions that deliver results,” John adds.
NorthBound offers three distinct services designed to address common business challenges:
• Beyond the Office
Experiential, hands-on training sessions combining outdoor activities with impactful classroom reflection. Perfect for teams seeking to improve communication, build trust, and develop leadership in a fresh and energizing environment.
• Engaging Workshops
Interactive, results-driven workshops focused on leadership, communication, and team dynamics. These workshops, held indoors, deliver practical solutions that can be implemented immediately to create lasting change.
• Bespoke Consultancy
One-to-one or team-based consultancy services tailored to your specific challenges. From crafting business strategies to managing change and aligning leadership teams, NorthBound offers customized solutions to help businesses grow.
“Are your team struggling to achieve the goals you’ve set? Has poor communication or a lack of leadership created roadblocks for growth?” John asks. “If these sound familiar, you’re not alone—and NorthBound is here to help.”
Whether it’s aligning teams with business objectives, adapting to change, or overcoming barriers to productivity, NorthBound provides the tools and strategies businesses need to succeed.
“At NorthBound, we take the time to understand your unique challenges, goals, and the way your team works,” John says. “Our tailored approach ensures that whether you’re tackling issues outdoors, engaging in a workshop indoors, or working one-to-one, the solutions we deliver are impactful and lasting.”
While NorthBound is still in its early days, John is already working with several clients, particularly in the area of marketing strategy—an expertise honed over a decade in senior leadership roles. “It’s incredibly rewarding to see the difference we’re making,” John comments.
If you’re ready to tackle your business challenges head-on and take your team to the next level, John Hewitt and NorthBound could be the solution you’ve been looking for.
John can be reached via his LinkedIn profile, with NorthBound’s website expected to launch in January