SO & SO Consulting is a specialist consultancy led by Sam Orchard, who brings over a decade of nuclear sector expertise, developed through her long-standing contribution to the Hinkley Point C project and wider regional nuclear initiatives. With a background spanning strategic supply chain development, inward investment, and programme delivery, SO & SO Consulting helps organisations navigate the complexities of nuclear and low-carbon sectors, whether they’re entering the market or scaling within it.
Sam’s experience includes leading delivery teams, managing public and private contracts, and directly supporting UK and international companies to access opportunities in regulated environments. Her strengths lie in stakeholder engagement, strategic partnerships, event delivery, and brand positioning, underpinned by a deep understanding of nuclear sector dynamics and regional growth ambitions.
Whether supporting workforce mobilisation, fostering local supply chain resilience, or promoting investment into the UK, SO & SO Consulting offers the insight and connectivity needed to help clients deliver impactful, measurable outcomes aligned with the UK’s net-zero goals.