Experience

International Registries, Inc.

• United States
• Maritime Transportation
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Advisor/ Special Agent/ Certified Trainer of trainers and maritime inspectors MLC 2006/

  • Sep 2010 - Present

  Monaco Representative for the Republic of the Marshall Islands Registry. ILO/ ITC Certified Trainer of trainers and maritime inspectors on the application of the ILO Maritime Labour Convention, 2006. Member of the Regulatory Administration team as Yacht industry subject matter expert. Direct interface and support of industry stakeholders for the understanding and compliance to International Maritime Regulation and National Maritime Regulations. Sales of registry services to… Show more Representative for the Republic of the Marshall Islands Registry. ILO/ ITC Certified Trainer of trainers and maritime inspectors on the application of the ILO Maritime Labour Convention, 2006. Member of the Regulatory Administration team as Yacht industry subject matter expert. Direct interface and support of industry stakeholders for the understanding and compliance to International Maritime Regulation and National Maritime Regulations. Sales of registry services to the yacht industry stakeholders. Handle MLC, 2006 related seafarer complaints. Show less



Spencer Ship Monaco

• Monaco
• Travel Arrangements
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Partner

  • Mar 2009 - Present

  Monaco



Genmar Yacht Group/ Marquis and Carver Yachts

• International Sales Manager

  • Aug 2007 - May 2009

  Monaco Representative for Luxury Yacht Sales for Brand of Marquis and Carver Yachts Internationally. Responsible for territories including Central and South America, Caribbean, Northern Europe, African Continent, Southern Mediterranean, Asia and Australia. Source, appoint and manage distributors of Marquis and Carver Yachts. Extensive international travel to major international boat shows to provide direct dealer support. Negotiations with end user customer along with distributor… Show more Representative for Luxury Yacht Sales for Brand of Marquis and Carver Yachts Internationally. Responsible for territories including Central and South America, Caribbean, Northern Europe, African Continent, Southern Mediterranean, Asia and Australia. Source, appoint and manage distributors of Marquis and Carver Yachts. Extensive international travel to major international boat shows to provide direct dealer support. Negotiations with end user customer along with distributor to ensure customer requirements for Yacht customisation and sale. Contact and work with International Trade bodies and Marine Industry Federations for identification of potential distributors and sales opportunities. Sales Training for distributor partner staff on differentiation of product and sales closing techniques. Relationship Management of International Media Partners for the promotion of Marquis and Carver product lines. Attendance of co-branding events with other major international luxury brands for cross fertilization of potential clients. Ensure specific country and local regulations in reference to maritime navigation, equipment and build quality rulings are known to the factory for future build requirements. Negotiation with Finance companies and local banks for establishment and implementation of Floor plan and consumer finance for Marquis and Carver products. Show less



Simpson Marine Limited

• China
• Maritime Transportation
• 1 - 100 Employee

• General Manager (Monaco)

  • Jan 2005 - Jul 2007

  Responsibility for Daily Management of Company specialised in Luxury Yacht Charter Sales and Management. Responsible for listing and sales of Luxury Motor Yachts 30 meters and above. Liaison with Accountants, Lawyers and other professionals to ensure good corporate governance. Recruitment of Charter Team and launch of Charter in both Europe and Asia. Creation of local marketing plan, budgeting and creation of necessary point of sale materials including Charter Brochure, Adverts… Show more Responsibility for Daily Management of Company specialised in Luxury Yacht Charter Sales and Management. Responsible for listing and sales of Luxury Motor Yachts 30 meters and above. Liaison with Accountants, Lawyers and other professionals to ensure good corporate governance. Recruitment of Charter Team and launch of Charter in both Europe and Asia. Creation of local marketing plan, budgeting and creation of necessary point of sale materials including Charter Brochure, Adverts etc. Implemented Charter Payment system in compliance with Fiscal regulations. Direct negotiation with prospects seeking to purchase or charter vessels. Creation of a business introducer network throughout Europe including Private Banks, Luxury Car Distributors, Marketing Agencies and Lifestyle Companies. Liaising with relevant professional bodies, such as MYBA (Mediterranean Yacht Brokers Association), Monaco Chamber of Yachting, Federation Patronal de Monaco, Institute of Directors Monaco. Yacht Management for selected vessels based along the Riviera. Negotiation with High Net Worth individuals for the Central Agency Agreements for both Charter and Brokerage Sales. Focus and responsibility on sales and increased Revenue. Show less



Ventura Maritime Limited

• Director

  • Dec 2000 - Sep 2004

  Retained by the Chairman to secure Equity Investment and leveraged stocking finance. Implementation of a comprehensive corporate restructuringto increase sales, and prepare the company for fresh capital. Negotiation with specialized lenders to introduce Leasing and Mortgage facilities to clients seeking to purchase Yachts. Acting as Senior Relationship Manager for clients to handle finance requirements.



Interim Management Services

• Director

  • Sep 1998 - Sep 2001

  Senior Consultant: Retained by Venture Capital Companies to restructure and boost activities of portfolio investment companies. Acting Interim CEO and Operations Director. Sectors Include: Leisure, Property, Finance Companies, Marine Industry, Technology, Marketing and Luxury Brand Management. Consultancy on business strategy, corporate restructuring, cost improvement and streamlining of companies for additional investment.



Delivery Networks International Limited

• Director

  • Jul 1990 - Aug 1998

  Founder of Delivery Networks International US and UK. Company was specialised in Restaurant meal and grocery delivery to individuals and businesses. Over 140 employees (including Marketing, Call Centre and Logistics personnel) operating in 10 Cities in the UK. Responsible for Software and Call Centre development and continued expansion through corporate technology partnerships. Development of customer loyalty program that was also linked to partners such as Air… Show more Founder of Delivery Networks International US and UK. Company was specialised in Restaurant meal and grocery delivery to individuals and businesses. Over 140 employees (including Marketing, Call Centre and Logistics personnel) operating in 10 Cities in the UK. Responsible for Software and Call Centre development and continued expansion through corporate technology partnerships. Development of customer loyalty program that was also linked to partners such as Air Miles. Management of database containing 30,000 plus customers increasing at 5,000 Customers per month. Show less



Cantex International

• President

  • Jan 1989 - Jan 1992

  Dallas, Texas Luxury residential property acquisitions and resale. Refurbishment and Sales of approximately 4 properties per month.