SUMMIT franchise expands in East Lancashire

East Lancashire-based SUMMIT franchise, led by Chris Ball, is scaling rapidly to meet growing demand and has welcomed strategic leadership coach Jane Gilchrist to the team.

SUMMIT helps owner-led businesses turn vision into action by strengthening leadership, aligning teams and embedding accountability. 

Jane’s expertise in leadership development, operational efficiency and succession planning will allow the franchise to support more local businesses, while maintaining high-impact results.

Chris Ball’s franchise has experienced significant growth over the past year, with rising numbers of local businesses seeking guidance to implement strategy effectively and drive sustainable growth. 

Jane brings more than 20 years of senior leadership experience across corporate and owner-managed businesses, spanning law, professional services and manufacturing. 

Her strengths-based approach ensures emerging leaders gain the confidence, skills and accountability needed to achieve measurable results.

She said: “I’m thrilled to join Chris Ball and the East Lancashire team.

“The opportunity to work alongside local business owners to translate strategy into tangible results, while developing the next layer of leadership, is exactly why I do this work.

“Chris’ franchise is already making a real difference, and I’m excited to contribute my experience to help it grow further.”

With Jane on board, SUMMIT’s East Lancashire franchise is well positioned to continue expanding its impact across the North West, helping business owners build high-performing teams and achieve long-term success.

Chris added: “The growth we’re experiencing in East Lancashire is incredible, and it’s clear we needed additional expertise to support our clients and team.

“Jane brings exactly the mix of leadership, operational insight, and energy that will allow us to scale further while maintaining the quality and impact our clients expect.

“Her arrival will strengthen our leadership capacity and help us deliver even more value to the businesses we work with.”

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