About

Phil is founder of Harbour Key Limited. He is a Chartered Tax Advisor and a qualified solicitor who practiced commercial law for five years.

Alternative finance

Ways to fund business growth for a small company

Phil Mitchell presents an updated look at the options for financing an early-stage company's growth.

Business management

Tips for running a successful family business

The family business sector accounts for a quarter of UK GDP. Here, Phil Mitchell gives advice on managing a business that is family-run.

Startup Funding and Grants

Tips for successfully obtaining angel investment

Phil Mitchell presents advice for giving yourself the best chance of picking up equity investment from a business angel.

Government Grants

Winning grants and free support for your business: It’s a RAPP

Tax advisor Phil Mitchell gives some tips on how to find and apply for business grants in the UK.

Accounting

Could LLPs be a dying breed?

Phil Mitchell explores the changes to partnerships required by changing legislation.

Employing & managing staff

Using share ownership to attract and retain employees

Phil Mitchell discusses the ways in which a small business can give its staff share options.