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About Executive Hurdles

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Executive Hurdles was founded on over 20 years of real-world experience across digital, content, marketing, and sales — developed through roles ranging from tactical execution to Managing Director-level leadership.

 

Built by Richard Danks, this consultancy provides modern day solutions to support your business growth on one platform — designed, implemented, and optimised through some of the most challenging moments in recent business history.

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From global economic shifts and cost-of-living crises to digital transformation and market expansion, Richard has helped companies launch, grow, and profit without relying solely on big media budgets. His approach is based on tested strategies that have increased customer acquisition, conversion, retention, and profitability — especially for small businesses looking to punch above their weight.

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Executive Hurdles is here to help business owners generate more sales, grow their brand online, and build systems on one platform — even with limited resources.

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Enter AI: The New Era of Smart Growth

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Unsure about AI and how it can assist your business to achieve growth?


From the first personal computers to mobile phones, the internet to cloud computing — every major leap in business has come from embracing innovation. AI is the next evolution. Now, it’s your opportunity to leverage it for smarter marketing, sales, and customer engagement.

Richard Danks has actively embraced this shift — upskilling his own capabilities in AI technology to complement his extensive expertise in marketing, digital, and sales. He has developed and implemented a suite of AI-powered solutions designed specifically to help businesses grow more efficiently in today’s fast-moving landscape.

These tools, offered through Executive Hurdles, act as your on-demand marketing and sales team, helping you automate repetitive tasks, improve customer experiences, and drive results without the need for large teams or budgets.

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AI Marketing & Sales Solutions

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Whether you're looking to generate more leads, close more deals, or improve customer loyalty, Executive Hurdles now offers intelligent solutions that support your entire customer journey:

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  • Content AI – Create persuasive, high-impact content with ease.

  • Voice AI – Handle customer calls 24/7 so you never miss a lead.

  • Conversation AI – Nurture site visitors instantly with smart chat.

  • Funnels AI – Build sales funnels that convert with precision.

  • Reviews AI – Automate your reputation-building.

  • Workflow Assistant AI – Automate back-office and sales processes.

  • Ask AI – Get fast customer feedback and market insights.

  • AI-Powered CRM – Manage and track leads automatically.

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Think of it as hiring your first AI employee — a tireless assistant designed to work for your business, around the clock, without the overhead.

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About Richard Danks

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Richard Danks is a marketing strategist, digital consultant, and founder of Executive Hurdles. With over two decades of experience across global brands, SMEs, and start-ups, he has consistently helped businesses grow through smarter, more strategic marketing and sales systems.

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As the business landscape shifts toward automation and AI, Richard has proactively upskilled in AI technology — equipping himself to lead others through this transformation. His unique combination of hands-on experience and future-facing expertise enables him to provide both strategic guidance and practical support to business owners navigating the next wave of innovation.

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Richard is also the author of a business guide focused on increasing ROI through content marketing, aligning marketing and sales functions, and achieving growth without relying on bigger ad budgets.

Through Executive Hurdles, his blog, and consulting services,

 

Richard’s mission is clear:
To provide business owners with the tools, skills, confidence, and direction needed to generate more sales and scale sustainably in the modern era of AI — with or without a large team behind them.

Ready to Get Started?

 Arrange to book a consultation today and receive an exclusive marketing audit and AI opportunity assessment of your business for free. 

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We’ll show you the gaps, opportunities and how our AI tools can start delivering smarter marketing, better results, and faster growth — with less. 

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Book your consultation direct with our live AI chat or request a consultation on the button below.

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