Gary Goldsmith

Ex SThree PLC Contract Founder + AIMED-AGENTS + Mentalist Entrepreneur + RDLC + PIE³, “Pints of View” Pod Host, SiA No1 globally most influential people Staffing. Increasing share holder value = Mentor+NED, Author+Media

📍 United Kingdom, United Kingdom🔄 Updated September 2026💼 3 investments📅 33 years investing🗓 Last invested Jul 2020𝕏 @upgrade_to_unlock
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Jul 2020
Edge Tech is a market leader in emerging technology recruitment. We help scaling businesses build high-performing teams and have experience across a wide range of emerging technologies such as RPA, Intelligent Automation, Machine Learning, Data Science and AI. Our bespoke search services span across the UK, Europe, US, and Canada. And whether you’re looking for a key individual or to build a whole team, they’re designed to help you effortlessly meet your hiring goals: 👉 Key hire searches: For those essential permanent positions that you simply cannot get wrong. 👉 Talent as a Service: A rolling monthly subscription where we handle all your recruitment needs. 👉 Contract hiring: Whether you require one expert or a fully-fledged team, we’ll source the right contractors for your business. Ultimately, we’re here to take the headache away from recruiting by reducing your time-to-hire while increasing the quality of your applications. So, are you ready to win the race for top talent? We have an extensive network of technical, sales, and operational specialists and can fill your perm and interim positions in as little as 48 hours. Get in touch to see how. 📞 +44 1908 382 398 (UK) 📞 +1 628 212 8404 (US) 📧 info@edgetech.ai 🌐 www.edgetech.ai
MD Computer Futures / Exec Board Member / innovator
Dec 1993
Bringing skilled people together to build the future SThree is the global STEM workforce consultancy. We fuse ambition, expertise, and technology to help dynamic organisations drive innovation and solve complex challenges. Since 1986, we’ve been pure-play specialists in STEM, building a global team of 2,700+ consultants across 11 countries who understand the goals of STEM professionals and the organisations that rely on them. We partner with companies to shape strategy, build expert teams, and deliver end-to-end project solutions through our seven specialist brands. Each brand brings deep sector knowledge to high-demand fields such as life sciences, tech and engineering, energy, digital and creative, and financial services. By combining global reach with local expertise, we push beyond traditional boundaries to deliver tailored, fully compliant solutions that help organisations outpace tomorrow, together.
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2026
Co-Founder
May 2026
The recruitment industry’s biggest commercial opportunity in decades. For years staffing businesses sold people, then solutions and now its outcomes. Now there is a fresh option. Execution capability. AI agents that deliver said outcomes, workflows, throughput and operational scale without the traditional constraints of employment. Not body shopping. “Do you need another developer?” More capability shopping. “Do you need the outcome delivered faster, cheaper and at scale?” The market is already moving in this direction. The question is whether recruiters become part of the disruption or casualties of it?
Co-Founder
May 2026
PIE³ = Plan + Innovate + Execute PIE³ is a modern business advisory partner for ambitious founders, CEOs and leadership teams who want more than traditional consulting. We combine strategic advisory with hands on execution so businesses scale faster, increase profitability and maximise shareholder value. Rather than acting as detached consultants or traditional NEDs, we embed into the leadership ecosystem, helping define the vision, align strategy and ensure delivery actually happens. We work with businesses that want to:
• Double profits
• Scale contracts and operations
• Launch international divisions
• Increase valuation
• Build business freedom
• Become exit ready PIE³ provides access to fractional CEO, COO, Commercial, BD and operational leadership support designed to help businesses execute without complexity or distraction. We focus on:
• Hyper growth strategies
• Operational excellence
• Brand positioning
• Scalable systems and structures
• Accountability and execution
• Sustainable long-term growth Our flagship programme is delivered in two stages: 1. Diagnostics & Design
A 1 month strategic review including SWOT analysis, valuation insight, growth opportunities, blind spots, leadership alignment and a defined 12-week roadmap. 2. Innovate & Execute
A 12 month execution programme combining strategic boards, operational support and project ownership to ensure milestones are achieved. Example engagement:
2 senior advisors for a half-day board session per month plus 2 execution days per month from circa £3k - £4k monthly. Additional services include:
• On demand project support
• International expansion strategy
• Multi-brand growth planning
• Contract scaling support
• Valuation growth initiatives On-demand support packages start from £1,500 per month. Lite & Live - Immediate Remote Access
£500 + VAT PM (12 month agreement) Includes:
• 7 day phone & WhatsApp access
• Leadership support
• Commercial sense checks
• Problem-solving support
2023
Strategic Advisor
Jun 2023
Metallum Partners is a global executive search firm focused on the mining, commodities and energy sectors - including private equity organisations that invest in these areas. Our expertise is finding the right, relevant talent for your organisation and we are truly passionate about the work we do. Metallum Partners was created for the network of clients and candidates that have worked with CEO Rob Jones since 2005. This network, built on long-term relationships, is at the heart of everything we stand for – knowledge, integrity and insight. Metallum Partners predominantly places candidates in London as this is where our clients are headquartered but we work with them on placements across Europe and within emerging markets with placements secured in Africa, Canada, LATAM, Australia & North America. Examples of specific searches: CXO and Executive level positions M&A, Corporate Development and Strategy Senior-level management across finance, risk and IT. Senior management on site including ownership team build outs. Private Equity and Investment banking M&A related roles Our services are clearly defined to ensure we provide the most valuable results for your business, these include, Retained, Permanent Solutions (including Contingent) and Interim Management
Strategist
Jan 2023
Our focus is on non-sales roles in recruitment. We champion the unsung heroes that provide the foundations and drive company growth and success. We know the recruitment world and what great talent looks like as well as great opportunity. We’re focused on your success and will work with you to achieve it. Our Vision Our mission is to improve the people, perception and performance of the recruitment sector. Our Values - Powered by knowledge - Relationships first - In it together - Driven by success - Ever-evolving For a confidential discussion on how we can help you, please call 020 3805 5220 and speak to one of our recruiters. #NaturalChoice
2022
Strategic Advisor
Mar 2022
WE ARE A SEARCH & SELECTION SPECIALIST; RECRUITING FOR THE DATA REVOLUTION IN THE USA. We specialise in Data Scientists/ML Engineers, Data Engineers/BI Engineers, Software Engineers/Devops, and all areas of technology, including but not limited to: Salesforce, WorkDay, ServiceNow, Cyber Security. Through advanced analytics and algorithms we identify and attract the most qualified candidates from a vast pool of candidates, while providing personalized and data-backed recommendations for optimizing the hiring process. We eliminate the challenges of hiring in these fields by using systematic processes to source, screen, and match candidates with the right mix of technical and business skills, ensuring you find the best talent and gain a competitive edge in the market. Our candidate and vacancy grading criteria matches the right combination of technical and soft skills, ensuring cultural fit within the organization, assessing their ability to work collaboratively in a team, and competing for talent in a highly competitive job market. Our systematic process offers the most competitive advantage in talent acquisition and retention. For more information contact: https://www.datarevolutionhr.com USA | (+1) 646 647 8187
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