BFY Group is proud to announce its transition to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). This marks a major milestone in the company’s growth journey and secures its long-term future in the hands of the people who’ve helped build it.
By becoming employee-owned, BFY Group is reinforcing its independence, protecting its core values, and committing to a long-term future that continues to be both sustainable and rewarding for its people. The transition to an EOT ensures the company remains true to its culture, while offering employees an even stronger voice in the direction and decisions that shape its future.
Managing Partner Ian Barker shared his excitement for the move, saying:
“This move to employee ownership is a huge moment for BFY - and one that feels like a natural step for us. We’ve always believed our strength comes from our people, and this structure puts them at the heart of our future. It allows us to stay true to our culture, grow sustainably, and continue delivering the exceptional work our clients value us for.”
Rachel Littlewood, Director and Trustee on the EOT board, added:
“As a Director on the EOT board, my focus is on helping our teams play an even more active role in shaping BFY’s growth and long-term direction. This transition gives everyone a meaningful stake in the future of the business, and we’re committed to making sure our people remain at the heart of the decisions we make.”
The company’s Leadership Team remains unchanged, and the core mission of delivering exceptional work for clients continues as the cornerstone of BFY’s culture. However, with this new ownership structure, the company now provides its employees with an even greater stake in its success, deepening the pride, purpose, and commitment that already drive the team’s work.
Why Employee Ownership?
The shift to employee ownership reflects BFY’s longstanding belief that collective success is essential to achieving the best outcomes for its clients and employees. The EOT model strengthens BFY’s commitment to its “Team First” value, ensuring that every team member has a role in the company’s future, while maintaining its long-standing focus on being a leading consultancy for energy and utilities.
About BFY Group
BFY Group is Europe’s fastest-growing management consultancy, trusted by leading energy and utilities organisations, as well as investors supporting the sector. We build strong partnerships with our clients, working practically to tackle their toughest challenges, realise opportunities, and achieve lasting results.
Founded in 2004, BFY Group is an independent, employee-owned consultancy based in Nottingham, serving clients across the UK.
Our deep expertise is what sets us apart. We bring in leading talent directly from the sectors we serve, equipping them with the consulting skills they need to make a lasting impact with our clients. We specialise In Transformation, Strategy and Commercial Excellence, Operational Turnaround and Recovery, and ESG and Carbon Reduction.
BFY Group is recognised as one of the UK’s Leading Management Consultants by the Financial Times, receiving five awards in 2025. We’re featured in the FT1000 as Europe’s fastest-growing management consultancy, and have earned multiple Great Place To Work awards. Our Private Equity clients also voted us as one of the 50 Most Ambitious businesses and leadership teams in the UK.
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