Shireen Hilal is a trailblazer in the world of consulting for professional services firms, with a deep background in law and executive leadership. She is the Founder and CEO of Maior, a consultancy dedicated to helping businesses overcome pain points and reach new heights. Shireen's expertise spans law firms, accounting firms, marketing agencies, and PR firms. With a proven track record of transforming businesses, she leverages her years of experience in growth strategies, employee engagement, and business strategy to guide firms through every stage of their evolution.
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Shireen's career began in law, where she honed her skills in a fast-paced and demanding environment. Her legal background set the stage for future leadership roles, including her tenure as COO at a national law firm. In that role, she boosted revenue by 20%, increased profits by 30%, and played a key role in securing spots on prestigious "best places to work" lists.
Shireen has also held executive positions in top-tier organizations, including KPMG and BDO, where she led strategic initiatives and operations. At both firms, Shireen was integral in driving business growth and spearheading innovative strategies in a competitive market. Additionally, she built the growth division of a communications consulting firm, helping them expand and diversify.
Today, Shireen is at the helm of Maior, a consulting firm that focuses on helping professional services firms scale, grow, and adapt to the challenges of their industries. Whether a firm is just starting, scaling to meet client expectations, or looking to innovate and disrupt the market, Shireen’s expertise in business strategy, technology, private equity, and market trends provides them with a competitive edge.
Through her consultancy, Maior, Shireen Hilal works with a diverse range of firms, including law firms, accounting firms, and marketing agencies. Her primary focus is on growth strategies that encompass everything from client expectations to employee engagement and market trends. Shireen helps businesses maximize their potential by addressing pain points such as stalled growth, inefficient technology adoption, or misalignment between business strategy and execution.
Her approach is customized for each client, providing solutions that are tailored to their unique challenges. Whether guiding firms through complex transformations, developing strategic roadmaps, or offering fresh perspectives to mature businesses, Shireen’s hands-on expertise makes her a trusted advisor.
Shireen’s clients typically include professional service businesses that range from early-stage firms to mature organizations. These companies often face hurdles such as scaling operations, adapting to new market trends, or improving employee engagement. Shireen specializes in working with firms in the fields of law, accounting, marketing, and public relations.
She’s also an expert in navigating the rapidly changing landscape of technology and private equity, helping companies integrate new solutions to stay competitive and meet evolving client expectations. Shireen’s ability to understand and anticipate shifts in the market makes her a go-to consultant for businesses looking to stay ahead of the curve.
To learn more about Shireen’s work, visit her official website at Maior Consultants. You can also connect with her on LinkedIn.
Nick Berry is an accomplished entrepreneur and CEO, whose track record includes founding and leading numerous companies since 2002.
He is also a mentor and coach to other entrepreneurs and business owners who are looking for a trusted (and proven) advisor.
Among peers, colleagues, staff, and clients, Nick has been referred to as both 'The Business Guy' as well as 'The Anti-Guru', due to his pragmatic approach and principled leadership.
He shares his insights and lessons learned, along with those of his expert guests,
on his podcast, 'The Business Owner's Journey'.