"Graeme is one of the most passionate advocates of enterprise and entrepreneurship I have had the pleasure of working with and has supported numerous students and graduates to set up their own businesses/freelance practices during the time I have worked with him. His natural enthusiasm for enterprise education and knowledge of running his own business make him a fantastic Enterprise Adviser and an excellent role model for individuals new to this space - I've personally utilised many of the things I've learned from working with Graeme within my day-to-day work as a careers professional and would highly recommend any professionals interested in the enterprise education space follow or connect with him for the reasons above."
"Few people have had as much impact on my journey as Graeme. From first meeting him at Peter Jones Enterprise Academy (PJEA) through to where I am now in my career, he has consistently been a calm, thoughtful presence in the background, ready to offer perspective, challenge my thinking, and point me in the right direction when I needed it most.
What stands out most is how generously Graeme gives his time. Whether I was a student trying to figure out my next step, a new professional finding my feet, or navigating later career crossroads, he always made space for an honest conversation, practical advice, and encouragement when confidence was low.
He has a real gift for translating experience into clear, actionable guidance, not just theory. Conversations with Graeme regularly turned into concrete ideas, new opportunities, or a much-needed mindset shift. That support has played a genuine part in helping me grow both professionally and personally over the years.
Beyond the one-to-one support, Graeme is clearly committed to helping people build and grow their businesses, and it shows in the way he listens, asks the right questions, and spots potential in others. The focus is always on uplifting people, not just ticking a box or offering generic advice. And he always gives his time and energy to me, amongst many others too.
I am very grateful for the role Graeme has played across different phases of my life, and I would happily recommend him to anyone looking for a mentor, coach, or guide on their business or career journey."
"Graeme understands that there is no 'one size fits all' approach to enterprise, and that's what makes him such a valuable Enterprise Educator. Students of all backgrounds and disciplines arrive at the SHU Enterprise Sandwich Placement with big ideas, and Graeme gets right to the heart of those by figuring out the "why?" of each student, and each business.
He opens doors for those he works with and inspires them while doing so. His guidance and advice have helped my business journey considerably throughout the course of this year so far, and I would recommend listening to what he has to say!"
"Graeme is a talented and inspiring individual, who guided me into learning about the world of freelancing and enterprise. As a fashion design student, I took a year out of my studies for placement year and it was the best decision I made. With the help of Graeme, I started up my own brand and have become so much more comfortable with using social media for promotion. Graeme was so helpful and continues to be even in my graduate year, he is always there to give some well needed advice. Anyone who decides to work with him or join the SHU Enterprise I would highly recommend!"
"I highly recommend Graeme Tidd as an outstanding academic advisor and business coach. His enthusiasm for what he does is truly infectious, and he has a remarkable ability to inspire those around him to push boundaries and constantly explore new ideas. Throughout my placement year with the Sheffield Hallam Enterprise Team, Graeme consistently encouraged me to explore new business ventures alongside expanding my freelancing, opening up countless opportunities that have been instrumental in shaping both my academic journey and career. His support, guidance, and belief in my abilities gave me the confidence to take on challenges I never thought possible. Anyone lucky enough to work with him will undoubtedly benefit from his insight, encouragement, and passion for fostering innovation."
"Graeme recently helped me in the development of a new website. This project was from scratch and I cannot recommend Graeme highly enough. He was willing to listen to my thoughts and ideas, offer his expert opinions on those ideas and work collaboratively to develop something I'm proud of. Graeme worked with me each step of the way and guided me on how the systems worked so now I am confident in the maintenance of my site. Graeme is a pleasure to work with."
"Graeme has been an amazing tutor to have throughout the Enterprise Scheme at Sheffield Hallam University. He is consistently 100% committed to advising us and helping boost our own businesses, teaching us what we need to know and taking the time to make sure we understand exactly how to reach our goals. He's an incredible asset of the university and scheme, his passion and encouragement alone motivates the students and makes us truly believe in our potential! I honestly couldn't recommend Graeme enough, he is one of the best at his job."
"Having collaborated with Graeme, I have found him to be an excellent communicator who effectively engages students, colleagues and academics alike. His creative mindset and innovative opportunities have inspired students to develop their enterprise skills and fulfil their entrepreneurial potential."