Originating in the North of England, Zing embodies a spirit of innovation. Whether faced with a challenging roadblock or seeking strategies for business growth, Zing offers the solution. Our ethos revolves around daring to be different and challenging the status quo, while prioritizing solid business fundamentals for organizations of all sizes.
Established by Paul & Vanessa Kollesoff, Northern Zing is the forward-thinking advisory and business investment firm. Our unique perspective encompasses a global outlook, with half of our professional journey dedicated to the UK and the other half to the USA.
Zing breaks the mold and brings an electrifying vibe to various industries!
With an accomplished 20-year career in business, Paul has demonstrated expertise in leading, building, and growing enterprises, particularly within the food, nutrition, flavor, and beverage sectors. He has worked the corporate ladder with large publicly traded organizations, always adding Zing. Over the past 5 years, Paul has been a trailblazer in the Food Technology industry. As a Co-Founder of "The Urgent Company," he pioneered the use of precision fermentation in dairy products globally. Following the sale of this business, he assumed a leadership role at Perfect Day. In addition to his corporate endeavors, Paul actively engages as an angel investor and advisor to various startup ventures.
Vanessa, a creative force driven by a passion for property renovation and design, discovered this interest during her time in California. Demonstrating her skills, she has successfully overseen multiple renovations within her own property portfolio, consistently enhancing its value. With a keen understanding of both the opportunities and challenges inherent in property ventures, Vanessa is here to infuse her distinctive touch and bring that Zing!