Built from the inside. Practical under pressure. Commercial from the start.

Founder story

Throughout my career, I have held a strong belief that commercial success should not come at the expense of people, communities or the planet. It has shaped how I lead, the decisions I make and the work I have built inside complex global businesses. I have sat in this seat myself, so I understand what leaders need in practice, not just in theory.

With growing global volatility, regulatory change, supply chain pressures and rising expectations, sustainability, culture, governance, responsible AI and commercial growth do not sit in neat boxes. I founded Laura Todd Advisory to help leaders see how the whole picture fits together, decide what matters most and build trust, resilience and long-term value, bringing in trusted specialist support where it adds depth or pace. From direct experience, I know that when responsible business is built into products, services and operations, it can create competitive advantage and help businesses prepare for what comes next.

Laura Todd

Proof highlights and credentials

  • Built responsible business capability from the inside.
  • $75.2M ARR supported.
  • 50+ enterprise clients advised.
  • 500+ leaders developed.
  • 50+ AI systems in ISO/IEC 42001 certification scope.
  • SBTi validation delivered within 18 months.
  • Fellow, Society of Leadership Fellows, St George’s House.
  • Professional Member, Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP).

What I bring

  • Operator led advice: I have built responsible business capability inside commercial organisations, so I understand what survives pressure, pace and competing priorities.
  • Commercial judgement: I connect sustainability, inclusion, governance and responsible AI to client confidence, risk reduction, reputation and growth.
  • Evidence over noise: I help leaders move from good intentions to proof: scorecards, action plans, governance, metrics, evidence packs and decision rights.
  • Constructive challenge: I bring clarity without theatre: listening carefully, asking better questions and helping leaders work through complexity with trust and care.
  • Capability that lasts: I help teams build the confidence, ownership and practical habits to keep moving after the work is done.

Executive trust testimonial

“Laura has a unique ability to navigate complex and often challenging topics with openness, rigour and credibility. She listens deeply, challenges thinking constructively and brings evidence-based insight that elevates decision-making.”

VP Product and Innovation, Technology Sector

“Laura combines strong commercial awareness with a deeply human approach to change. She is highly skilled at navigating complex, global environments, building trust across cultures, influencing senior stakeholders and embedding lasting transformation.”

Transformation Leader, FTSE 100 Company

Trusted partner

Laura Todd Advisory is founder led, with clients working directly with me and access to a trusted network of specialist associates when a project needs additional expertise, capacity or delivery support. Clients get my senior judgement, hands on involvement and quality control, with the right expertise brought in where it adds value.