Our Clients

diverse range of clients, including government agencies, international

Business Services Company Limited serves a diverse range of clients, including government agencies, international development organizations, private sector companies, and NGOs. Our clients trust us for delivering tailored, high-quality solutions that meet their unique needs. We actively seek to expand our client base through a strategic empanelment process, ensuring a strong, long-term partnership. Our empanelment criteria focus on aligning with clients who value excellence, collaboration, and sustainable development. We prioritize transparency, reliability, and trust in all our client relationships, ensuring mutual success and consistent delivery of impactful solutions. Prior to the company’s incorporation in 2017, some of the founding member(s) or consultant(s) provided individual consultancy services to the following organizations:

Our Clients

Prior To The Company’s Incorporation In 2017

Prior to the company’s incorporation in 2017, and after, some of the founding
member(s) or consultant(s) provided individual consultancy services to the
following organizations:

Our Geographic

Our Geographic Footprints

Business Services Company Limited operates across multiple regions, with a strong presence in Sierra Leone and the broader ECOWAS region. Our geographic footprint extends to neighboring countries such as Liberia, Guinea, and Ghana, where we provide tailored solutions to meet local business needs. Our expertise and deep understanding of regional markets allow us to support both local and international clients effectively. We are continuously exploring opportunities to expand into additional regions, bringing our high-quality services and innovative solutions to new markets while maintaining a focus on regional development and sustainability.

Details of Relevant Experience

  • National Consultant-Central Project Evaluation of the GIZ Project "Youth Employment Promotion through local economic Development and TVET” in Sierra Leone (PN 2020.2105.3)
  • National Consultant- Sector selection study to select four value chains with potential for more and better jobs for women and youth in Sierra Leone ; Opportunity Salone Programme (International Labour Organization)
  • National Consultant- Market Systems Analysis of Cassava, Palm Oil, Cocoa and Vegetables for more and better jobs for women and youth in Sierra Leone; Opportunity Salone Programme(International Labour Organization).
  • National Consultant- Value chain selection study - Selection of two value chains with potential for more and better jobs for women in two border points between Liberia and Sierra Leone (International Labour Organization). Project: Building Inclusive Business Ecosystem for Stabilization and Transformation (BI-BEST), funded by African Development Bank.
  • National Consultant- Market Systems Assessment- Analysis of three value chains with potential for more and better jobs for women cross-border traders (CBWT) between Liberia and Sierra Leone on behalf of International Labour Organization. Project: Building Inclusive Business Ecosystem for Stabilization and Transformation (BI-BEST), funded by African Development Bank.
  • National Consultant- BDS for an improved access to finance for Agribusiness MSMEs in the Cassava, Cocoa and Palmoil value chains; The International Trade Centre (ITC). District : National
  • National Consultant-Led Capacity Building Training of Trainers (ToTs) for MSMEs in agricultural value chains on behalf of SLeCAD, funded by African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF), in Kono, Sierra Leone (October 22-24, 2024).
  • Sub-contractor for Inclusive Development and Research Consultancy Firm- Consolidation of a manual on women enterprenureship development models including selected successful Village Savings Loans Associations (VSLA) case studies from Tonkolili and Bombali Districts.
  • Team Lead- Growth Training (Technical and Conditional Financial Assistance) to selected former EPP III SME Loop Entrepreneurs; Conducting Training Needs Assessment(TNA), Reviewing the Training Curriculum and delivery Methodology, Business Growth Training of 175 MSMEs, Coaching, MSME development performance, Monitoring of financial support; by GIZ and co-financed by EU.
  • National Consultant- Consultancy to conduct Water Value Chain Assessment (VCA) analysis in selected communities such as Mayenkineh, Rokupa, Dwarzak, Lumley, and Crab Town; Women for Water and Peace Project funded by UN Peacebuilding Fund, International Labour Organization.
  • National Consultant- Business and Financial Management Skills Consultancy; Alternative Livelihoods for Women In Need (AL-WIN) Project-CONCERN Worldwide in Sierra Leone-2017, District; Tonkolili and Bombali
  • National Consultant- Business and Entrepreneurship Skills Consultancy; Enabling Sustainable Livelihoods through improved Natural Resource Governance and Economic Diversification Project-SDGF-FAO/UNDP Project-2017, District: Kono
  • National Consultant- Vegetable Inputs Distribution Model Technical Assistance (Holland Farming Sierra Leone Ltd. & Salone Seeds Company Limited) – SOBA Market Systems Development Project-2014. District: Port Loko and Koinadugu
  • Team Lead-Entrepreneurship Training for Development of small scale business for schools and communities in Kambia District. Project funded by Cotton Tree Foundation Sierra Leone (CTF-SL).
  • National Consultant- Business Plan Consultancy; Grain storage and credit inventory Project – COOPI (Cooperazione Internazionale) in Kono-201. District : Kono
  • National Consultant- Sales and Marketing Consultancy; Bennimix Food Company Ltd- 2011.District: Western Area
  • National Consultant- Business Planning and Development Consultancy; Rice Value Chain Development Project, CARE International in Sierra Leone-2010. District: Tonkolili and Bombali
  • Develop M&E frameworks to track project impact, ensure evidence-based decision-making, and measure economic outcomes.
  • Identify institutional sustainability mechanisms to reduce donor dependency and enhance long-term project viability.
  • Recommend structural adjustments to streamline governance processes and improve business climate efficiency.

National Consultant – Msme Development & Informal Sector Formalization In Sierra Leone

  • Developing and implementing MSME formalization strategies – Supporting the transition of informal businesses into the formal economy through tailored policy recommendations, regulatory frameworks, and business support services.
  • Assessing financial inclusion and access to credit – Conducting research on innovative financing models, including mobile money and alternative lending mechanisms, to enhance MSME access to capital.
  • Strengthening entrepreneurship training and capacity-building initiatives – Designing and implementing training programs that enhance business resilience, investment readiness, and financial literacy for MSMEs.
  • Developing monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks for MSME programs – Establishing robust performance indicators to assess program effectiveness, sustainability, and impact.
  • Analyzing market systems and value chains – Conducting sector-specific assessments to identify bottlenecks and opportunities in key industries such as agribusiness, retail, and manufacturing.
  • Enhancing business climate and trade facilitation – Providing policy recommendations to improve the regulatory environment for businesses and streamline cross-border trade.
  • Strengthening public-private dialogue and stakeholder engagement – Facilitating discussions between government, development partners, and private sector actors to align policies with economic growth objectives.

National Consultant – Trade Facilitation & Afcfta Implementation Support In Sierra Leone

  • Conducting trade policy and investment climate assessments – Evaluating national trade policies to identify challenges and opportunities for regional and global market access.
  • Developing strategies for AfCFTA implementation – Supporting the operationalization of trade agreements by addressing tariff and non-tariff barriers and enhancing private sector participation.
  • Providing technical support to trade and investment promotion agencies – Assisting in the development of export competitiveness programs and investor attraction strategies.
  • Facilitating cross-border trade and market linkages – Identifying trade corridors, addressing logistical bottlenecks, and promoting SME participation in regional trade.
  • Developing and implementing trade monitoring frameworks – Establishing systems to track trade performance, supply chain efficiency, and policy effectiveness.
  • Strengthening capacity of trade-related institutions – Delivering training sessions on trade regulations, export readiness, and regional market integration.
  • Promoting sustainable trade and economic resilience – Supporting climate-smart trade practices and inclusive business models that enhance economic sustainability.

National Consultant – Economic Policy & Private Sector Development In Sierra Leone

  • Conducting policy research on economic growth and private sector development – Providing evidence-based recommendations for strengthening the business environment and fostering investment.
  • Developing MSME support programs – Designing and implementing initiatives to enhance business productivity, access to finance, and entrepreneurial capacity.
  • Enhancing investment promotion and private sector engagement – Facilitating partnerships between government, investors, and businesses to stimulate economic growth.
  • Strengthening institutional governance and regulatory frameworks – Advising policymakers on reforms to improve business registration, taxation, and investment policies.
  • Developing M&E frameworks for economic development initiatives – Establishing systems to track policy outcomes and private sector performance.
  • Building public-private partnerships (PPPs) for infrastructure and economic development – Identifying opportunities for collaboration in key sectors such as agriculture, energy, and manufacturing.
  • Promoting financial inclusion and digital transformation in business operations – Supporting the adoption of digital financial services, mobile money, and e-commerce platforms for MSMEs.