Michael Harriott

Senior Business Growth & Investment Manager at Advance Northumberland
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(386) 825-5501
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Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom, GB

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Gill Carnell

Michael is an amazing person who understands the unique mindset and challenges of the entrepreneur, has brilliant strategic capacity, and a wealth of creativity. From day one, he impressed me with his knowledge, expertise and communication skills combined with his professional, positive and friendly approach. In his own unique style he listens, questions and advises. And with patience and enthusiasm provides relevant information and suggestions specific to your business. I have observed Michael working effectively with a diverse group of people from very different backgrounds, disciplines, ideas and perspectives. Using excellent presentation and communication skills he conveys information clearly, concisely and respectfully. By actively seeking feedback, listening and responding positively to the views and needs of clients, he ensures a first class client focused service. Michael always knows where to find information, and has lots of useful contacts with specialised knowledge which are a useful resource. When I wanted to embark on video marketing he learned the necessary skills alongside me to help me produce videos for my website. He is always keen to update and extend his own knowledge. Recognising and responding to the rapidly evolving ways that businesses and their customers operate Michael is quick to embrace and manage change. He not only informs clients of how new technologies impact on ways to research, market, advertise and communicate, but he provides a working model of how the internet can be integrated into business activity via his responsibilities for social media and the e-newsletter for the enterprise agency. Michael is also responsible for the Enterprise Club. He worked relentlessly, to build it into a thriving networking opportunity. By taking on board the vision of the group, demonstrating his own commitment, and using his people skills, he rallied and motivated existing members to work as a team, make it their own, and made it happen. Michael goes to the heart of the matter and gets things done. He has the necessary skills, mind set and motivation to make a meaningful difference not just within the enterprise organisation, but also to impact on and make a positive contribution to the local economy and wider community. Michael is everything you could ask for and more in a business adviser. He is passionate about giving clients the confidence they need to succeed. Michael has and continues to provide me with a massive amount of effective help, advice and support that not only meets my needs but exceeds all expectations. His professional generosity is such that I would highly recommend him to any start up or established business. There are some people who can be described as willing to go the extra mile. Michael runs the whole marathon! He is a genuinely lovely guy.

Sue Smith

Michael is truly professional and an expert coach and mentor for any start up or established business entrepeneur. Giving useful and practical guidance, sound business advice, and excellent referrals and/or sign posting to where further more advanced professional help or funding may be found .I found him a great help with the first step for my business as a hypnotherapist, and always personable and offering encouragement when ever it was needed.

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Experience

    • United Kingdom
    • Real Estate
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Senior Business Growth & Investment Manager
      • Jun 2021 - Present

      Managing a small team, my role is accountable for various schemes of work, including externally-funded programmes and projects. Activity includes leading the delivery of growth activities, inward investment and strategic account management to support the creation, growth and safeguarding of jobs and businesses in Northumberland. Managing a small team, my role is accountable for various schemes of work, including externally-funded programmes and projects. Activity includes leading the delivery of growth activities, inward investment and strategic account management to support the creation, growth and safeguarding of jobs and businesses in Northumberland.

    • United Kingdom
    • Government Relations Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • DBOP Business Engagement Officer
      • Dec 2016 - Jun 2021

      The Durham Business Opportunities Programme is designed to encourage and enable SMEs to grow through engaging with business support and connecting them with opportunities. The approach will involve addressing the barriers that businesses face in identifying, accessing and understanding the different types of support available and simplifying that process. It also focuses on identifying potential opportunities for businesses and helping them realise those opportunities. The program is aimed at businesses that have not engaged with business support previously. Interested in finding out more? - Please contact me a Michael.harriott@durham.gov.uk Tel: 01207 291268

    • Business Development Manager
      • Jun 2014 - Dec 2016

      Leading project teams by developing and evaluating team performance to build an effective team for project delivery. Working closely with colleagues, suppliers, customers and third parties I will:• Initiate and develop future opportunities for new contracts as well as maintain project schedules highlighting realistic/achievable goals on a daily basis.• Manage all administration issues including project documentation, filing, third party certification, inspection and test plans to ensure quality of projects meets both the clients and EMS requirements. • Manage suppliers both internal and external to ensure delivery dates are within the agreed schedule and bought out costs are closely managed and controlled.• Provide clear and concise reports as required by the company.• Make on-going contribution to developing, establishing, implementing and enforcing “project management best practice”.• Encourage and motivate the team to deliver by demonstrating drive commitment, enthusiasm and leadership.• Ensure that EMS’s Management System and Safety Procedures are followed and applied during the project implementation.• Monitor, maintain and develop EMS’s marketing and networking opportunities. • Implement and facilitate effective Human Resources management including maintaining documentation, recruiting staff, undertaking appraisal and dealing with grievances.

    • Business Adviser
      • Mar 2009 - Jun 2014

      Business coach in the North East of England working with a wide range of pre starts, start ups and expanding businesses. Work with clients from nearly every industry from the trades to burial service on a wide range of activities from writing a press release to cash flow forecasting. Responsible for the Enterprise Club and the social networking for CDC including twitter, Facebook and e newsletter. I am a SFEDI qualified Coach and an IOEE Mentor.Passionate about making a difference to the local economy and giving client the confidence they need to succeed.

    • Affiliate Executive
      • Jul 2007 - Dec 2008

      Working in the affiliate marketing team gives me the opportunity to work directly with a multitude of different clients, promoting them through various different online avenues and affiliate networks. Created campaigns to retain and recruit new customers as well as developing innovative special offers to encourage repeat custom. Driven to provide the best service possible and continually improve the quality of this service, by analysing pitfalls and trends to ensure clients are always promoted effectively, in turn maximising traffic and revenue.

    • Norway
    • Oil and Gas
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Marketing Assistant
      • 2005 - 2006

Education

  • Northumbria University
    Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business Studies
    2003 - 2007
  • Scarborough College
    GCSEs and A Levels
    1996 - 2003

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