Expertise, without the formality
Throughout his 30 years in executive search, Tony has recruited hundreds of board and director-level candidates for prestigious clients – spanning a wide range of consumer industries.
How?
Tony is renowned for his exceptional work rate, attention to detail, and determination to get the right result for his clients and candidates. What’s more, he firmly believes in providing a personalised service, applying his extensive industry knowledge to every project.
He’s assembled an expert, dedicated team who’ll work tirelessly to find you the perfect executive or the ideal executive role.
“Tony’s straightforward, no-nonsense approach makes him easy to deal with. His word is his bond and when he says he will do something, he does it. His skills make him a great executive headhunter and his approach makes him an insightful business partner – everything else makes him the right choice for clients and candidates.”
A respected name
Tony is also a master executive coach, a graduate of the prestigious Henley Business School and a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF), the only triple-accredited executive coaching qualification. If you or one of your executives needs developmental coaching, there’s nobody better equipped than Tony.
And with his deep industry knowledge and decades of experience, he’s often called upon for informed media commentary.
Consistently high-level coaching has seen Tony win multiple awards during his extensive career. Most recently, he was named one of the Top 20 Coaches in London by Influence Digest (2021), as well as winning Most Influential CEO of the Year (London) for two years running (2023 and 2024).
A trusted voice in the industry
It’s no surprise that Tony’s expertise has led him to become a subject matter expert, sharing his thoughts and opinions across a range of industry-leading publications.
A proven track record of successful placements
Tony’s work at agp has been instrumental in supporting executives across a wide array of industries, helping them broaden their skills and enhance their strategic thinking. The team at agp provides unparalleled market insights, creating long-standing relationships with some of the UK’s most respected businesses.
As a boutique firm, we maintain a close connection to the market, ensuring we stay ahead of emerging trends and shifts in industry dynamics. At the same time, our extensive global network allows us to offer a worldwide perspective, bringing valuable international insights to clients looking to expand and innovate in their respective sectors.
What sectors does Tony specialise in?
With decades of experience under his belt, there are very few sectors that Tony can’t provide invaluable insight to. Throughout his career, he’s established a highly covered network of senior retail executives across the UK and Europe, encompassing FMCG, luxury brands, fashion, supply chain, e-commerce and multichannel- to name but a few!
His network is particularly extensive within the retail, consumer, travel, luxury and hospitality sectors, with connections spanning global brands to boutique businesses.
More about Tony
Outside of work, Tony enjoys spending time with his family and friends and indulging his passion for good food and wine. As someone who likes to keep physically and mentally fit, he’s a keen golfer and rugby fan. He’s also an active supporter of charities, including The King’s Trust, Mind and Battersea Cats and Dog home, where he provides pro bono coaching.
Read Tony’s latest industry insights
Visit Tony’s blog, where he frequently shares his latest industry insights, expert analysis, and thought leadership on emerging trends, helping professionals stay informed and ahead in their fields.
Why agp?
- Our approach is professional minus the formality
- We pride ourselves on our work ethic.
- Prestigious client-base of sector-leading businesses
Tony is a columnist for Retail Week
Tapping into his decades of experience, Tony is a high-profile industry commentator, with a weekly column in the leading Retail Week magazine.