Mary Butler

I specialise in the people dynamics of complex deals, uncovering and mitigating the hidden risks that can impact speed, value, and success. I have deep expertise and experience (and a book) in the buying, scaling and selling of businesses. With 30 years’ experience in leadership, talent, and M&A, I help make deals faster, less risky, and more profitable. As a consultant and coach, I specialise in the people side of buying, scaling, and selling businesses. My clients include ambitious founders, CEOs, boards and investors who know that overlooking the people side of a deal introduces a level of risk most deals can’t absorb. I also work as an executive and succession coach, partnering with aspiring, interim, and established executives to lift capability, accelerate leadership, and prepare for what’s next. I’ve coached leaders across tech, pharma, FMCG, professional services, aviation, and more, across the world. Prior to establishing my own practice, I held global corporate talent roles operating in many countries. I now run my own practice, collaborating with brilliant businesses like JigSpace, Totara, StrongRoom AI, EMM Consulting, and investors including Rampersand, Henslow and Intervalley Ventures. The unique value I bring is my expertise in leadership development and executive transition, paired with hands-on experience in scaling companies and supporting M&A deals. I’m the author of three books — including Legendary Leadership in Scaleups: Why founders become a liability and how to prevent it. How can I help you? Visit my website: Email me: mary@marybutler.net Call me:+61 409 289 849 Let's chat - https://calendly.com/marybutler/book-an-appointment-20mins #peopleduediligence #investments #executivecoaching #leadershipcoach