Howard Exton-Smith – Leadership, Strategy & Organisational Development Consultant
About Howard
With over 22 years of experience as a leadership, strategy, and organisational development consultant, Howard Exton-Smith has helped organisations across the private, public, and non-profit sectors achieve greater governance, performance, and impact.
He specialises in strategic planning, governance frameworks, business performance improvement, and organisational change, working directly with Boards, senior executives, and management teams.
Areas of Expertise
Strategic Thinking & Business Planning
Howard works with leaders to create clear, actionable strategies that align organisational vision with measurable outcomes. His expertise includes long-term strategic planning, business planning, and performance monitoring to drive sustainable success.
Governance & Risk Management
With a strong track record in effective governance, Howard supports Boards in strengthening decision-making, accountability, and risk management. He has deep experience with charities, non-profits, and membership organisations in governance development.
Leadership & Organisational Development
Howard designs and delivers leadership development programmes to build management capability, improve organisational culture, and embed collaboration, innovation, and ESG principles.
Coaching & Mentoring
As an accredited coach and Belbin Team Roles practitioner, Howard provides executive coaching and mentoring to enhance leadership effectiveness, team dynamics, and organisational resilience.
Professional Experience
Howard is an Associate with NCVO (National Council for Voluntary Organisations), advising on strategy, governance, impact, and financial risk. With the Centre for Strategy & Communications, he supports Boards and executive teams in strategic thinking, planning, and evaluation.
As a consultant for the Lloyds Bank Foundation Enhance Programme, Howard has worked extensively on capacity building in strategy, governance, and organisational development. His clients include Citizens Advice, the Chartered Institute of Insurance, and global organisations such as the ILO, UNFCCC, and World Food Programme (WFP).
Howard has lived and worked across Europe, Africa, and North America, bringing an international perspective to his work. He has served as a UK charity Trustee and Chair, holds a Master’s degree in Management, and is Belbin Team Roles Accredited.
Key Skills
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Organisational Reviews & Development
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Strategic Thinking & Business Planning
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Governance & Risk Management
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Leadership & Management Development
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Organisational Culture & ESG
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Executive Coaching & Mentoring
Work With Howard
Howard helps organisations align strategy, strengthen governance, and unlock leadership potential. Whether you are a charity, public body, or private sector organisation, his tailored, results-focused approach can help you deliver lasting impact.
