Alex Hughes

With over 40 years of experience in operations and sales across SMEs and multi-sector corporations, Alex brings a unique blend of strategic insight and hands‑on expertise. A pivotal moment came when working in a furniture manufacturers where she witnessed first‑hand the scale and cost of waste in workshop processes, a revelation that reshaped her approach to business as a source of both inefficiency and opportunity with sustainable solutions.
Driven by the conviction that purpose, profit, and planet are inseparable, Alex founded Auxilium Consulting to empower SMEs and especially women 50+ to build sustainable, values-led enterprises. She specialises in streamlining operations, embedding low-carbon solutions, and aligning everyday decisions with long-term resilience.
A trusted mentor and advisor, Alex guides business owners through pragmatic, scalable strategies from cost-saving process redesign to green narrative development enabling them to lead with confidence, clarity, and impact.
Visit auxiliumconsulting.co.uk to learn how Alex can help unlock the full potential of your business.