ABOUT MENDO ENTERPRISES
Business development has always been tough and it is getting tougher, buyers are less willing to be sold to and are harder to reach through the old tried and tested methods.
MENDO enterprises is a new business development specialist with a sophisticated approach using the latest technology and techniques which promises the best chance of success.
We don’t define success as an activity but as an active profits opportunity; we supercharge your business strategy and associated activities.
Business development services are offered as part of ‘Mendo Customised’ (MCTM) including process development, systemisation of processes, generic management, leadership and quality improvement aimed at maximising net operational benefit and profitability.
MENDO Enterprises is committed to delivering to its customers sustained growth, optimised team performance and realistic profit margins
At MENDO Enterprises we recognise that the purpose of strategic consulting is to strengthen competitive position of a company by focusing on encouraging innovation and increasing operational efficiency. This, in turn, is done through planning and precise execution of long-term vision in various areas from corporate strategy to sales & marketing.
MENDO Enterprises takes the time to understand how your unique business works and what may affect future growth. We analyse all your business activities and customer interactions so that we can understand where you can improve and how. We aim to find ways to improve relationships between our clients and their customers so that increased business benefits are achieved through organic growth.
How We Deliver
MENDO Enterprises helps business owners or organisational leaders to make decisions with regard to their business strategy and future development(s). We assist business leaders in realising all available options before they crystallise and commit financial and human resources to a long term desired objective of the organisation.
At MENDO Enterprises we facilitate methods required to determine which specific strategic initiatives are best to deliver your own objectives. We work closely with our clients and their executive team to determine the most cost efficient and beneficial path to long-term financial and operational efficiency.
We research and benchmark against the most relevant competitors and perform extensive analysis, scenario planning, and market research before making any recommendations.
DENNIS G. MENDOROS OBE, DL, FRAeS, LAE
PRESIDENT MENDO ENTERPRISES
Dennis is a qualified Aeronautical Engineer licensed by the UK Civil Aviation Authority since 1977. He studied Aeronautical Engineering in Perth, Scotland and the Hellenic Airforce Engineering Academy. He has over 40 years experience in the international aerospace industry.
Dennis is a Fellow of the UK Royal Aeronautical Society (FRAeS); a Senior Member of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA); a Member of the Cost Estimating Society of the USA and a Non-Destructive Testing Engineer.
Following service in the Hellenic Airforce as an Engineer at the Tactical Airforce Headquarters, he was employed by General Electric in 1979 as an Evaluation Engineer. Dennis then progressed to become a Quality Assurance Specialist and then Head of Foreign Contracts for Hellenic Aerospace Industry (HAI) in Greece. Whilst at HAI he was in charge of all Aero-Engine Programmes including RAF, NATO, USAF and major international manufacturing companies.
In December 1987 he resigned from HAI and in January 1988 started his own business, Euravia Engineering & Supply Co Ltd based in East Lancashire (Kelbrook). Dennis led and managed Euravia’s growth from a one-man company to a dynamic, successful and expanding company involved in the design, refurbishment and testing of high-speed turbine aero-engines. Euravia’s strategic development also led to the development of Post Design Services (PDS) and the development of integrated management information systems for aerospace applications.
In May 2015 he sold Euravia Engineering to Magellan Aerospace (TSX: MAL) and became Euravia’s President to May 2017.
In June 2017 he founded MENDO Enterprises delivering business development expertise with a sophisticated approach and using the latest technology aimed at the best chance of sustainable growth and success.
Dennis’ commitment, expertise and main achievements have been recognised as follows:
- President of MENDO Enterprises since 2017
- Managing Director / CEO / President of Euravia Engineering Co. Ltd from 1988 to 2017.
- High Sheriff of Lancashire appointed by Her Majesty The Queen 2010/11.
- Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society (FRAeS) since 2008.
- Board Member of the Lancashire Enterprise Partnership from 2011 to 2019
- Chairman of the Lancashire European Structured Investment Fund from 2014 to 2019
- Board Member of the North-West Development Agency (NWDA) from 1998 to 2008. The NWDA is responsible for economic and social development, regeneration, business efficiency, competitiveness and investment. Dennis has served as: –
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- Chairman of Auditing Committee, 1999 to 2002
- Chairman of Innovation and Technology Advisory Board, 1999 to 2004. He led and launched the NWDA Northwest Innovation Strategy which evolved into the creation of the Northwest Science Council
- Chairman of Innovation & Knowledge Group, Sept 2002 to 2004
- Chairman of Business Development Group, 2000 to 2002
- Vice Chairman of Business Development Support Group, 2002 to 2004
- Board Member responsible for ICT (e-business), Aerospace and Innovation
- Board Member of the Infra-structure, Rural and Regeneration Groups
- Member of the Bank of England North-West Economic Panel from 1995 to 2008.
- Branch President of SSAFA Lancashire since 2016.
- Board Member of Lancashire’s Partnership Against Crime (LANPAC) since 2012.
- Fellow of Philanthropy & Director of Lancashire Community Foundation
- President of the 1104 (Pendle) Air Cadets since 2012.
- Founder Member and elected Chairman of the North-West Aerospace Alliance (NWAA) from 1993 to December 2006 (previously known as the Consortium of Lancashire Aerospace, CLA). The NWAA represents over 750 Aerospace and Defence contractors in the North West with over £7 billion annual turnover and a combined workforce of just over 60,000 people. During the first 10 years the NWAA has assisted in developing over £300 million of new business opportunities for its member companies; created or safeguarded 2,000 jobs across the Northwest and promoted the industry internationally where more than 100,000 visitors attended the NWAA stands and conferences. The NWAA is recognised as the international model for aerospace regional partnerships and is of key strategic importance to both the Northwest and the UK.
- Founder Chairman of the Pendle Strategic Partnership from 1994 to 2005. A partnership representing the Public, Private and Voluntary sectors in Pendle aimed at encouraging investments and attracting funding from the Government and the European Union. During its first 10 years the Pendle Partnership generated over £185 million of investment programmes for Pendle.
- Chairman of Regenerate Pennine Lancashire from 2009 to 2014.
- Chairman of the Pendle Vision Board (PVB) from 2008 to date. PVB is a dynamic partnership promoting the economic regeneration of Pendle by bringing together influential companies, Pendle Council and other agencies from the Public Sector. The PVB has focused its £63 million investment priorities in the regeneration of Nelson’s Town Centre, developing key strategic employment sites and promoting business support initiatives.
- Member of the University of Manchester Aerospace Research Institute External Advisory Panel 2007/08.
- Board Member of the Northern Way Transport Compact from 2005 to 2009. Representing the Northwest Private Sector.
- Member of the Court of Lancaster University from 2004 to 2017.
- Board Member of University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) from 2001 to 2007.
- Member of the National Aerospace Forum (NAeF) from 1999 to 2006, the aerospace committee representing the Society of British Aerospace Companies and Regional Aerospace Organisations responsible for co-ordinating Aerospace strategy across the UK.
- Trustee of the Science & Technology Museum in Manchester, also Member of the Auditing Committee from1998 to 2004.
- Governor of West Craven High School (Technical College) from 1998 to 2003.
- Member of the Propulsion Technical Activity Committee (PTEC) for the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) from 1996 to 2006.
- Director of the Pendle Training Group Ltd. and Northern Technologies Ltd from 1995 to 2003.
- Chairman of the Aerospace N.W. Action for Competitiveness Committee 1995/96.
- Director of the East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce from 1992 to 1995.
- President of the Colne Linden Singers from 2010 to 2014.
- Member of the Commission of Member Support and Development for Lancashire County Council. The Commission is responsible for examining and making recommendations on issues relating to the Support and Development of Councillors.
- Active supporter of the Prince of Wales ‘Seeing is Believing’ (SIB) and the Business in the Community activities in the North West (NW).
- Board Member of the HRH Prince of Wales ‘Seeing Is Believing’ Alumni Board.
Following the formation of EURAVIA in 1988 Dennis made his home in Lancashire. His hobbies include flying, boating and diving. He also enjoys reading political and economic affairs.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
‘Mendo Business Development’ is the creation of sustainable value for the business, customers, markets, and associates/partners.
Our Business development is an activity undertaken by a small or large organisation committed to developing new and effective business opportunities to complement an established successful model.
In these economically volatile times, strategic vision is more important than ever.
MENDO Enterprises provides business leaders with forward-looking business strategy accessing services that accelerate long term competitive advantage and profitability. MENDO Enterprises ensures that cost; product/service differentiation and niche strategy are an integral part of our planning and business plans
STRATEGIES THAT DELIVER
MENDO Enterprises delivers superior business strategy consulting services across key areas including:
1. CORPORATE STRATEGY
Corporate strategy and strategic planning. MENDO Enterprises works closely with customers to develop robust corporate and/or business strategies across groups or single organisations.
2. PLANNING
Cluster specific strategy consulting for essential strategic challenges such as strategic planning process design, scenario planning, market assessment and grouping management.
3. BRAND STRATEGIES
Top-notch innovation developments for end-product support and services including individual brand strategies.
4. ORGANISATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS
Improved organisational effectiveness by unlocking full potential of our clients workforce and focusing on cultivating leadership & performance management.
5. ORGANISATIONAL STRATEGY
Enhanced organisational strategy which encompasses development across all back-office operations including information technology, HR, finance and procurement.
6. BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION
MENDO Enterprises helps Senior Executives to plan and execute winning strategies through business transformation and operational improvements.
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