Sophie Baker
Innovation and Growth Specialist
Newable
Mentoring focus:
Career Growth & Soft Skills, Consulting & Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Sales/Business Development/CX
Advising innovation-focused SMEs on growth strategy, funding, intellectual property, and international expansion on behalf of Innovate UK and other publicly funded programmes.
Supported businesses to secure £13.5M in grants and private investment since April 2025, working across multiple sectors including innovation, creative industries, sustainability, and manufacturing
Delivered diagnostic assessments and tailored action plans to improve commercialisation, operational efficiency, and market positioning
Led 1:1 advisory sessions and workshops covering innovation strategy, customer insight, scaling, brand communication, and funding readiness
Acted as a strategic sounding board for founders, supporting decision-making during growth, transition, and periods of uncertainty
Collaborated closely with founders, stakeholders, and technical teams to accelerate innovation and strengthen product–market fit
Inclusive Growth & Accessibility
Alongside innovation delivery, provided 1:1 business support through Newable’s Inclusive Growth London programme, supporting disabled and underrepresented business owners to overcome barriers, build confidence, and develop sustainable growth strategies. This work strengthened my practice in inclusive entrepreneurship, accessible business support, and founder-centred coaching.
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