Phil Southern – Principal, Ribblesdale

Phil is a Chartered Management Accountant with 20 years’ experience in manufacturing, distribution, wholesale, retail and service operations. He has a proven track record in cash management, developing financial systems and reporting.

Since 2006, Phil has worked as a senior member of the Executive Board in a complex, multi-site and highly target driven retail business. During his time in this broad strategic and operational role the group has seen significant growth. Along with driving the achievement of daily key performance indicators, Phil has focused on leading cultural change in customer and team engagement.

Phil has an inquisitive and approachable style, and is adaptable to a changing environment. Being people focused and able to challenge professionally he seeks to find effective solutions to business challenges.