The Ivel Perspective: Why Ethical Pricing Is Important to Us

Why ethical pricing matters to the Ivel Partnership

At The Ivel Partnership, we believe that the way we price our services says as much about our values as the services we deliver. Ethical pricing isn’t just a business strategy—it’s a cornerstone of how we build trust, foster collaboration, and drive meaningful change for our clients and associates alike.

In today’s world, where cost is often a barrier for smaller organisations to access high-quality consultancy, ethical pricing is about leveling the playing field. For us, this means tailoring our rates to reflect the unique circumstances of each client, ensuring that small charities, regional organizations, and larger institutions alike can benefit from our expertise.

What does ethical pricing look like?

For us, ethical pricing is about more than just being competitive—it’s about being transparent, fair, and sustainable.

• Fairness: We adjust our rates based on the size and budget of the organisation, ensuring accessibility for those with limited resources.

• Transparency: We openly share how our pricing is structured, whether it’s breaking down the margin we retain for overheads or explaining how we allocate resources for a project.

• Sustainability: Our flexible, home-based approach allows us to tailor our services to client needs, ensuring cost-effective solutions and meaningful, high-value engagement when onsite presence and collaboration is required. In doing so, we minimize our travel costs and environmental impact, passing these savings on to our clients

Why it matters

Ethical pricing allows us to align with organisations that value integrity, openness, and partnership. It ensures our associates are compensated fairly for their expertise while providing clients with clear value for their investment. This balance empowers us to build stronger, longer-lasting relationships with both our clients and our network of talented professionals.

When we’re transparent about pricing, we invite open conversations, foster trust, and reduce the uncertainty that can often come with consultancy engagements. And by tailoring our approach, we help ensure that even the smallest organisations can access the guidance they need to thrive.

Our Commitment

At The Ivel Partnership, we’re proud to combine exceptional service with an ethical, client-centered approach to pricing. Whether we’re helping a small charity unlock new funding opportunities, supporting a local authority with a transformative program, or an micro-enterprise or SME navigate change delivery we’re here to deliver not just results, but also the confidence that you’re working with a partner who values fairness and sustainability as much as you do.

Let’s start a conversation: What does ethical pricing mean to you?