The Values of Agglomeration™
Can we have universal values when each company that joins has its own unique culture and values? Especially when we emphasise independence/ autonomy? We believe so and you’ll see that not only do our values make perfect sense in the context of what we are trying to achieve, but they also tend to attract companies, and hopefully investors, that share those values.
TRUST
As entrepreneurs ourselves we trust other entrepreneurs to do what is right to continue to build value for their clients and their teams. It is our belief that you get better results, especially with entrepreneurs, when you give control rather than try and take control. Whilst a centralised command and control strategy looks great on paper, we don’t believe it offers the best solution in today’s dynamic environment.
However, trust does not mean irresponsibility. The companies joining will be fully audited with full due diligence.
VELOCITY
When you trust the team you work with it allows you to move fast and make quick decisions. The only competitive advantage a small business really has over a big corporation is its ability to make quick decisions and act on them. The fear is always that speed it may lead to mistakes and of course it may will. But then there are plenty of committees that slow things down and still make the wrong decision. When mistakes are made, the temptation is to start adding rules. Before long you are a bureaucracy where common sense is a diminishing value. The only effective counter to this and the only way to capitalise on moving fast is to trust your team. But the trust within our small team enables this velocity and you will reap the benefit from this intimate approach.
COLLABORATION
We believe that the business world is evolving from an era of competition to an era of collaboration. The Agglomeration™ is the ultimate form of collaborative IPO for small businesses, but it is also indicative of a mindset that focuses on solutions not problems, that emphasises empathy over confrontation. We use the analogy of pulling your chair round to the other side of the table in order to see what the other person sees. How do we get to a solution together? Of course when you trust each other and are willing to collaborate, the whole business can move at a much higher velocity.
Our Team
Founded and run by entrepreneurs, Unity Group is made up of a team based on a shared belief in the power of small businesses to affect positive change. Whether you are looking to invest with us or a small business owner looking to join an agglomeration, you will find a team willing to go the extra mile to help you get the results you are looking for.
“We are so happy with our new shingles and impressed with the team's quality and workmanship."
Lynda Jones
“The service was very professional and I would happily recommend them! The roof looks great and the crew cleaned up afterwards."
Harley Baker
“Honest and reliable service. Quick and friendly too. I would not hesitate to recommend this team for any job."
Antony Sacks
