Hi, I'm Alastair
I partner with founders at the intersection of emerging tech, purposeful business, and real-world experience. I bring operational clarity, systems design, and leadership alignment to help them turn great ideas into durable companies.
Where good systems have the potential to unlock growth
If you’re facing any of these operational challenges, a major transition, or just need an outside perspective, feel free to get in touch.
Alastair Hayes
Executive Consultant & Coach
Operational Clarity & Alignment
Most visionary founders drown in competing priorities, unclear ownership, and fragmented execution. I help leaders establish a clear operating rhythm—tight goals, lean systems, and defined roles—so decisions move faster, teams stay aligned, and progress is measurable.
Leadership Confidence & Strategic Decision Support
Scaling companies often lack a steady, informed voice to challenge assumptions and sharpen decisions. I act as a partner-advisor to the CEO, creating clarity around options, consequences, and timing so leadership can move decisively and confidently—without second-guessing.
Structure That Enables Growth
Growth breaks what once worked. I redesign how work happens—org structure, accountability loops, reporting lines, and decision pathways—so the business becomes easier to run at scale. This means fewer bottlenecks, less chaos, and a leadership team that operates with shared ownership.
Founder Development & Executive Coaching
The company grows when the founder grows. I help founders shift from hands-on executors to leaders who build capability in others, communicate direction clearly, and make strategic choices. The result is personal clarity, smarter delegation, and leadership that inspires trust and performance.
Help that makes operations & leadership less Overwhelming
Success Stories
"Alastair helped me beyond what I thought possible. He has a way of getting to the root of our operational challenges, giving you time to reflect and evaluate. It's been a turning point for the business and the team."
Dave Hillman, CEO
"I had resisted taking on a management consultant before connecting with Alastair. His ability to listen and to quickly grasp the complex operational situation was invaluable. It's reshaped how my company works, and how I interact with my team."
Crypto Trading, Founder
"Alastair just knows instinctively how to ask the right questions and allow space for debate. Without his help, my business wouldn't be where it is today."
Erin Buzby, Founder
Highlight: Helping a Crypto Trading Firm Operate and Scale with Clarity
Trusted advisor for leadership transition and growth
The founders of a fast-growing crypto firm were juggling a lot—expanding their business, managing daily operations, and trying to make big-picture decisions in a fast-moving industry. They needed help bringing structure to their leadership, streamlining how decisions were made, and making sure they were set up for long-term success.
Acting as a trusted advisor and right-hand to the CEO, I helped te company cut through the noise, get clear on priorities, and build a strategy that made sense for their business. Working closely with the leadership team to improve how they operate day-to-day, ensured they had the focus and confidence to grow sustainably.
The firm remains confidential, but the founder is happy to provide a reference upon request.