Dave Rushton
Founder
of Paradigm Shift Consulting Limited.
Dave Rushton is Founder of Paradigm Shift Consulting Limited, a Good Distribution Practice Consultancy.
Registered Office: Paradigm Shift Consulting Ltd,The Old Mill, 9 Soar Lane,Leicester, LE3 5DE, United Kingdom
0330 133 0920
Paradigm Shift Consulting Ltd are thrilled to share some exciting news:
We have been named as finalists for the North Northamptonshire Business of the Year Award at the prestigious Northamptonshire Business Awards 2025, hosted by the fabulous team at the Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce.
The Northamptonshire Business Awards are a highlight of the local business calendar, recognising the organisations, teams, and leaders who have made outstanding contributions to the county. For us, being shortlisted in the Business of the Year category is a particularly meaningful moment. This award celebrates the very best businesses operating in the region – those that show consistent growth, innovation, positive impact on the community, and exceptional service.
Part of the magic of awards like this is the opportunity to celebrate alongside other outstanding local businesses. We are honoured to be named as finalists alongside:
We want to extend our heartfelt congratulations to both See Limited and Beccy Hurrell Voice & Arts Ltd. To share this finalist status with such exceptional organisations is a privilege, and we look forward to celebrating their achievements on awards night.
We would also like to acknowledge North Northamptonshire Council, who are sponsoring this year’s Business of the Year category. Sponsorship of awards like these is about more than just financial support, it shows a commitment to shining a spotlight on local enterprise, encouraging entrepreneurship, and celebrating innovation.
Being named a finalist for Business of the Year gives us a chance to reflect on the journey that has brought us here.
2024 was a landmark year for Paradigm Shift Consulting. We were proud to win the High Growth Business of the Year Award, a recognition of the rapid expansion we experienced while continuing to uphold the highest standards in our services. We were also finalists in the Diversity in the Workplace category, which was a particularly proud moment because diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of our company culture.
Our growth has been driven by a simple but powerful mission: to raise standards in pharmaceutical distribution by helping companies achieve and maintain full compliance with Good Distribution Practice (GDP). We offer a full suite of services, from quality management system implementation and SOP development to external audits and Responsible Person (RP) placement and support. Our award winning GDP education and training, which includes introductory courses, RP refresher training, and management-level development are designed to meet the needs of businesses across the pharmaceutical supply chain.
These services are not just about ticking regulatory boxes; they are about safeguarding patients by ensuring that medicines are stored, transported, and distributed safely and effectively. That sense of purpose is what fuels our passion as a team.
Following our High Growth Business of the Year Award win in 2024, we are especially proud to be sponsoring this award category at this year’s event. We know first-hand what it takes to scale a business quickly while maintaining excellence, and we want to champion others on that same journey.
The finalists in the High Growth Business category, Simply Tech Space, Millbrook Business Finance Ltd, and CB Tax have all demonstrated impressive performance, ambition, and resilience. We wish them the very best of luck and look forward to congratulating the winner on the night.
To us, being shortlisted for North Northampton Business of the Year is about more than prestige. It is a reflection of the hard work, dedication, and expertise that every member of our team brings to the table every single day. Our consultants, trainers, auditors, and support staff are the heart of Paradigm Shift Consulting. They are the ones who work tirelessly to deliver exceptional value to our clients and maintain our reputation for quality and trustworthiness.
It also reaffirms that our focus on continuous improvement is paying off. We regularly review and enhance our services to stay aligned with the latest GDP guidelines and regulatory expectations. By doing so, we help our clients avoid costly compliance errors and, more importantly, contribute to a safer and more reliable pharmaceutical supply chain.
The awards ceremony will take place on 14 November 2025 at the Sywell Aerodrome Group Limited site. This unique venue provides a fitting backdrop for a night of celebration, networking, and inspiration.
Win or lose, we are looking forward to coming together with other businesses from across the county to celebrate everything that makes Northamptonshire a great place to live, work, and innovate.
We want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has supported us on our journey so far, our team, our clients, our training delegates, and our partners. Your trust and collaboration make achievements like this possible.
To our fellow finalists, we wish you the very best of luck. To the Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce and the sponsors of this year’s awards, thank you for creating a platform that recognises and celebrates business excellence.