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Tell me what needs deciding or changing.

Speak directly with Mark Cutting about a technology, cyber security, governance or resilience concern. Tell me what is happening, what is at stake and when you need an answer.

We can establish whether the requirement is a defined review, independent advice, executive development, leadership or a permanent appointment discussion. You do not need to choose a service first.

WHAT WE TYPICALLY DISCUSS

Most conversations begin with a challenge, a decision, a leadership gap or a growing concern.
The objective is to understand what needs to change and whether the right response is executive ownership, independent advisory support or a defined assignment.

Leadership Gaps

Critical decisions are being made without clear executive ownership or accountability.

Technology Complexity

Systems, suppliers and operational dependencies have outgrown existing leadership capacity.

Cyber Risk

Technology growth has increased organisational risk, resilience requirements and board scrutiny.

Governance & Compliance

Regulatory obligations, audit findings or assurance requirements require stronger oversight.

Growth & Change

Expansion, transformation, investment activity or organisational change has created new leadership demands.

Board Reporting

Leadership requires clearer visibility, reporting and assurance to support effective decision-making.

THE CONVERSATION DETERMINES THE ENGAGEMENT

You do not need to decide the service before we speak.

We discuss the business situation, the decision deadline and the responsibility required. If there is a fit, I will propose the scope, access, deliverables, fees and availability.

The first conversation establishes the requirement. It is not an assurance review or a substitute for examining the evidence.

Leadership

You need someone to own the outcome.

Advisory

You need independent judgement and challenge.

Assignment

You need a defined review, answer or assurance outcome.

WHAT TO EXPECT

The conversation is designed to be practical, focused and directly relevant to your organisation.

A focused conversation about the situation and the decision. An explanation of which arrangement could fit. A clear next step if further work is appropriate.

No obligation to commission work. You speak directly with me.

THE CONVERSATION PROCESS

Understand the requirementThe situation, the business consequence and the decision deadline.

Establish the fitThe responsibility, evidence and access required, and whether I can support the work.

Agree the next stepA proposal covering scope, outputs, fees, timing and availability, if further work is appropriate.

WHY ORGANISATIONS SPEAK WITH GRATMORE

Executive leadership experience across technology, cyber security, governance and operational resilience within regulated environments.

19 Years

Leading technology and security within a globally regulated investment manager

Audit Leadership

SOC1, SOC2, NIST, ISO27001 audit ownership and governance across multiple cycles

Regulatory Experience

Operating within FCA and SEC regulated environments with board-level accountability

Executive Ownership

Technology, cyber security and operational resilience leadership through a single accountable owner.

Proven Outcomes

Consistent delivery of audit readiness, operational improvement and stronger governance outcomes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Common questions.

The discussion focuses on your organisation, current priorities and any challenges related to technology, cyber security, governance or operational resilience. The objective is to understand your situation and determine whether additional support would be valuable.

No. The conversation is entirely confidential and without obligation. Many organisations use the discussion to gain clarity on priorities, risks or leadership requirements regardless of whether an engagement follows.

You will speak directly with Mark Cutting. There are no sales teams, account managers or intermediaries involved in the process.

Typically SMEs, regulated firms, alternative investment managers, professional services organisations and growth-stage businesses seeking executive technology, cyber security or governance leadership.

READY TO START?

A confidential discussion focused entirely on your priorities.

Whether you are addressing technology complexity, cyber risk, governance challenges, a transaction, transformation concern or leadership gap, the first step is understanding the decision or outcome required.

Use the calendar below to schedule a confidential discussion at a time that works for you.

If the calendar does not load, open the booking page or email hello@gratmore.com.

Prefer to contact me directly? Email hello@gratmore.com with a brief outline of the requirement.

Meeting Recording

To ensure the focus remains on our conversation, Fireflies is used to record and transcribe meetings. The information captured is used solely to ensure accuracy and provide a written summary. This information not shared with anyone else.

If you'd prefer not to have the meeting recorded, simply let me know before or at the start of the call.

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