Stabilise the business. Protect the downside. Restore value.
Hands-on operational turnaround leadership for companies under pressure.
No obligation. Discreet and straight-talking.
What changes in the first 30–90 days
Rapid control of cash, delivery and leadership cadence – plus a credible 30–90 day plan that owners, boards and lenders can back.
Cash visibility and control: a short-horizon cash view, tighter approvals, fewer surprises
Operational rhythm: weekly cadence, owners, escalation rules, and clear priorities
Stakeholder confidence: an evidence-based plan you can stand behind with lenders, boards and investors
Calm, pragmatic, execution-led. No slide decks unless they drive a decision.
For situations where control and confidence are at risk
We work with:
Owner-managed businesses facing cash stress, delivery slippage or looming covenant pressure
Investor-backed portfolio companies underperforming plan
Boards, lenders and advisers needing an independent operational view and a credible recovery plan
From crisis to control: how INICIO restores value
INICIO steps into messy, time-sensitive situations and moves the business from reactive to in control. We work across five linked pillars – from immediate stabilisation to sustainable execution – so cash is protected, delivery becomes predictable, and stakeholders regain confidence in the plan.
Practical Turnaround & Business Stabilisation
Rapid control of cash, delivery and risk when the business is under pressure.
Operational Discipline & Hands-On Execution
Weekly routines and follow-up that stop surprises and restore momentum.
Execution-Led Strategic Projects & Growth Enablement
Delivery of the few projects that move margin, capacity and confidence.
Systems, Reporting & Tooling Improvement
Decision-grade numbers and faster reporting so leadership can act.
Independent Insight & Support for Owners & Investors
Board-ready reality, options and leadership you can put in front of stakeholders.
What this looks like in practice
For owners
- A clear, honest view of what is really happening in cash, operations and delivery
- A stabilisation plan you can explain to your team, advisers and family.
- A business that feels calmer because decisions, priorities and cash are no longer a guessing game.
For investors & boards
- Independent, evidence-based assessment of operational reality
- A credible 30–90-day plan to protect cash, covenant and customer relationships.
- A partner who can lead on the ground and communicate credibly in IC, board and lender forums.
For management teams
- Help to prioritise what matters most, right now.
- Simple routines and tools that make it easier to lead and manage.
- Support to deliver tough changes while protecting the people you cannot afford to lose.
Selected results
Technology Manufacturer – Restoring Commercial Execution and Investor Confidence
Challenge
A growth-stage technology manufacturer with strong demand was struggling to convert opportunity into predictable delivery and revenue. Execution risk and inconsistent governance were eroding investor confidence.
What INICIO did
INICIO Partners reset operating cadence, strengthened governance and reporting, and aligned commercial and delivery teams around a clear execution plan - restoring momentum and confidence.
Why INICIO was engaged
Independent, hands-on leadership was required to stabilise execution and reassure investors during a critical growth phase.
Owner-Managed Services Business – Stabilising Cash and Restoring Control
Challenge
An established owner-managed services business faced tightening cashflow, weak forecasting, and limited visibility across projects. Management was firefighting daily, with lenders increasingly concerned.
What INICIO did
INICIO Partners stabilised cash, introduced disciplined financial controls, and rebuilt end-to-end visibility from order intake to billing - restoring control and confidence.
Why INICIO was engaged
The business needed rapid cash stabilisation and experienced leadership without relinquishing control or value.
Multi-Site Services Business – Rebuilding Reporting and Leadership Cadence
Challenge
A multi-site services organisation operated with unreliable reporting, slow month-end close, and fragmented leadership routines, limiting decision-making and increasing advisor pressure.
What INICIO did
INICIO Partners replaced ad-hoc reporting with robust systems, accelerated reporting cycles, and re-established a consistent leadership cadence.
Why INICIO was engaged
Stakeholders required decision-grade information and visible operational discipline to restore confidence.
Ways to start working with INICIO
Different situations need different levels of commitment. These are practical ways to begin without locking into a long-term contract.
Business Stability Audit
A rapid assessment of cash, operations and key risks, resulting in a clear 30–90-day stabilisation plan you can share with owners, boards and lenders.
Typical timing: 1–2 weeks
- Short, focused engagement.
- Fact-based view of current reality.
- Prioritised actions and options.
30-Day Operational Diagnostic
A deeper dive into operations, leadership cadence and reporting, with practical recommendations and a roadmap for change.
Typical timing: 30 days
- On-site and remote work with your team
- Clarifies what to fix now versus later
- Ideal where investors need independent reassurance.
Interim / Fractional Leadership Support
Part-time or interim COO/CEO-style support to carry the plan through, lead critical projects and support existing management.
Typical timing: 2–6 months (time-bound, review points)
- Hands-on leadership inside the business.
- Focused on execution and results
- Flexible and time-bound by design.
How we work in difficult situations
Turnaround work depends as much on how it is done as what is done. INICIO works to three simple principles.
Transparency – no surprises for owners, boards or lenders
We surface the real position quickly, share the bad news early, and give you a clear, shared view of risk and options so you can speak confidently to boards and lenders.
Discipline – turning chaos into reliable routines
We install simple, repeatable meetings, metrics and follow-up that actually happen – so cash, delivery and commitments stop being a guessing game.
Empathy – tough decisions with respect for people
We work alongside existing teams, explain the “why”, and protect key relationships while still making the hard calls needed to stabilise and move forward.
Tim Burne
Founder & Interim Leader, INICIO
Who’s behind INICIO
INICIO is led by Tim Burne, an experienced interim leader and operator who has spent over 26 years stabilising, restructuring and growing technology, manufacturing and services businesses in the UK and internationally.
He is typically brought in by owners, investors and boards when performance, cash and confidence are under pressure and a credible path back to control is needed.
Professional Memberships
Everything starts with a confidential conversation
If you are worried about cash, delivery performance, lender confidence or board pressure, a short off-the-record conversation can clarify the real position and the fastest route back to control.