7side is a specialist in UK and international corporate information; documents, property search services and company formation services.

Sam inherited a culture that practiced a cautious approach to investment in technology, which had low investment in company profiling and was guarded about its business and financial planning. Sam was the catalyst for a complete turnaround in the culture of the company’s Cardiff office. He achieved this by re-branding, hiring new staff, investing in new technology and being more open about finances and the business plan. Sam did experience resistance from senior colleagues in the beginning but through his strong negotiating skills was able to convince them of the merits of his vision. One of Sam’s biggest achievements is restoring staff morale and creating a happy and vibrant company. Staff feel valued, are clear about their role within the company and feel a part of the businesses’ three-year plan. Sam’s changes have had a positive effect on all staff and as a result suppliers and competitors view 7side as a progressive business with a promising future. His changes have focused on goal driven changes for all staff that have included both personal development and a profit share scheme. These were introduced as an incentive, to promote a feeling of ownership, belonging and influence. Sam leads from the front, believes in investing in his staff and the business as a whole and is described as a visionary, strong and honest leader who delivers on his promises.