Sue Patterson

With over 35 years in the food manufacturing world, Sue has done it all—from hands-on technical roles to leading entire teams as a General Manager. She’s known for her energy and forward-thinking ideas, but what really sets her apart is how she brings people together and helps them get better at what they do.

Her journey into consulting started more than two decades ago, working with Hull College to create the first core capability assessments for food businesses. That project sparked a passion for supporting others, and through Interventions Consulting, Sue has been helping companies and their people level up ever since.

She’s worked with big names like Marks & Spencer, Company Shop, and Iceland Manufacturing, but whether it’s a household brand or a small business, Sue brings the same drive for practical, cost-effective solutions that actually make a difference.

Outside of work, food is still front and centre—she loves trying new restaurants, experimenting with recipes, and she’s even been a Masterchef semi-finalist (though she’ll tell you that was “many years ago!”). Giving back is important to her too. As a Trustee of Candlelighters, she’s proud to support children with cancer and their families across Yorkshire, helping the charity grow and touch more lives.