Where strategy meets action

Continuous growth and hands-on experience are the keys to building successful businesses, I believe in learning, evolving, and helping others achieve their potential.

Chris Hatfield

Hi, I’m Chris Hatfield, Acquisitions & Marketing Manager and founder of Startup Shenanigans. I work with driven individuals who want to sharpen their business skills, gain clarity, and accelerate their success in the startup world.

With years of experience in business development, marketing, and direct sales, I’ve helped aspiring entrepreneurs and professionals turn their ideas into actionable strategies that deliver real results. I am passionate about mentorship, practical learning, and building sustainable ventures, and I believe that the combination of discipline, creativity, and human connection is the key to long-term success.
Join me on Startup Shenanigans and explore the journey of building, learning, and growing in business.

Startup Shenanigans
Services Overview

Services that turn ideas into momentum

Practical, no-fluff support for founders and business leaders, focused on strategy, sales, and mentorship to help you scale with confidence.

Business Development

Business Development Consulting

Build strategies that drive measurable results, from market positioning and acquisition planning to execution roadmaps that align team efforts.

Sales & Communication

Sales & Communication Training

Practical coaching to boost conversions and confidence, from scripts and objection-handling to face-to-face and remote selling techniques.

Mentorship

Startup Mentorship

Turn your idea into a sustainable venture with hands-on mentorship – strategy, leadership development, and the operational know-how to scale.

Reviews

Rating: 5 out of 5.

Working with Chris has been a genuinely rewarding experience. He combines sharp commercial acumen with exceptional interpersonal skills, making every project not just successful but also enjoyable. His insights into sales, marketing, and team growth are invaluable for any organisation.

— C. Hughes

Rating: 5 out of 5.

Chris Hatfield is one of the most dedicated and forward-thinking professionals I’ve collaborated with. His practical approach to business development, coupled with his mentoring expertise, makes him a key asset for any business looking to scale effectively and sustainably.

— H. Lawson

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