About Us
Powering People.
Elevating Your Business.
Transforming Community!
At Productivity Now, we’re driven by one mission: to unlock potential — in people, in communities, and in the workplace.
Whether you're an Employer ready to do things differently or a Community NFP, we bring practical solutions that drive real progress. ​
MEET AIDAN
With 30+ years’ experience and over 500 transformation projects delivered, Aidan brings practical insight, not just theory.
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Community has always been at his heart — shaped by his own experience of the barriers many face. Whether supporting employers or building better routes into work, his focus is clear: real solutions that go beyond advocacy and deliver lasting impact.
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See below for a snapshot of his journey so far.
Aidan Mullan
Principal & Founder
Skill
25+ years in Psychology, Leadership, and HR. 500+ projects.
Cross-industry experience, led teams of 55. Strongly connected to Community.
Experience
Senior roles at GE, Broadcom, Anglo, Citi, QA, DWP.
From SME startups to global companies, delivering impactful L&D, HR, Change, Business Growth and Employability.
Principles
Results-driven, client-focused, practical learning with a modern approach that delivers impact and fixes your problems right first time.
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Focus on the customer, efficiency, transformation and progressive inclusive workplaces.​​
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500
Solutions
Uplift (ave) of measurable efficiency and performance gains
30
Years
Expertise spanning globally respected companies to sector-wide SMEs, in both permanent and consulting roles.
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Qualifications
From DiSC to MBTI & Six Sigma—driving business efficiency, team collaboration, and leadership excellence
Based in Carlisle, we offer in-person services across Cumbria, the North West, North East, Leeds, the Borders, Glasgow, Edinburgh & Belfast.
​Additionally, we provide virtual services throughout the UK and Europe.
​​​​Who We Help?
We assist a diverse range of clients, from Community led NFPs to startups, SMEs, scaling businesses, and established enterprises, by providing impactful, tailored solutions to meet your unique challenges. See Testimonials
From big to small, operational to transformation, see below to explore how we can support your business needs:​
WORKING TOGETHER
With 35+ years’ hands-on experience, we create practical, modern learning designed to deliver — from your teams, to leaders, and communities.
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See below how we make learning work — wherever, whenever, and for everyone.
Designed to Make a Real, Lasting Difference
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For Everyone
SUCCESS STORIES
From local businesses to long-serving employees, our work is grounded in practical, people-led results. Below, explore how we’ve helped both Employers and the Community overcome barriers, unlock potential, and build better outcomes.
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CLIENTS
CORPORATES
General Electric
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Citigroup
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Broadcom
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EBRD
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Santander
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Tesco
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Fujitsu
SMEs
Abcam
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QA
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Westlakes Engineering
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Mondi Packaging
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Eden River Brew Co
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Augentius LLP
PUBLIC SECTOR
Lancaster University
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Aberdeen Council
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DWP
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Ministry of Defence
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British Council
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NHS
OUR POLICIES
At Productivity Now, we are committed to transparency and building trust with our clients. Below, you’ll find key documents outlining how we operate, protect your data, and contribute to our community.
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