Experience

Impact For Good UK

• United Kingdom
• Business Consulting and Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Founder and Director

  • Jan 2022 - Present

  Provision of Management Consultancy services, specialising in delivering business growth, creating long-term value and implementing impactful social and environmental strategies. ➤ Leverages commercial success via ESG (Environmental, Social & Corporate Governance) principles, building trust with customers, communities and suppliers, whilst inspiring employees and attracting investors. Provision of Management Consultancy services, specialising in delivering business growth, creating long-term value and implementing impactful social and environmental strategies. ➤ Leverages commercial success via ESG (Environmental, Social & Corporate Governance) principles, building trust with customers, communities and suppliers, whilst inspiring employees and attracting investors.



Institute of Directors (IoD)

• United Kingdom
• Non-profit Organizations
• 200 - 300 Employee

• ESG Sustainability Ambassador - Surrey Branch

  • Jun 2023 - Present

  A key part of my role as Ambassador for ESG Sustainability in the IoD Surrey Branch is to represent IoD members connected to my Ambassador specialism / interest areas building up a trusted group of exemplary ESG Sustainability professionals within the area and be an advocate for the IoD in my business and ESG network. By identifying ways to help members Connect. Develop. Engage. I’ll be supporting the IoD’s growth. I look forward to ensuring our members have access to the best advice and… Show more A key part of my role as Ambassador for ESG Sustainability in the IoD Surrey Branch is to represent IoD members connected to my Ambassador specialism / interest areas building up a trusted group of exemplary ESG Sustainability professionals within the area and be an advocate for the IoD in my business and ESG network. By identifying ways to help members Connect. Develop. Engage. I’ll be supporting the IoD’s growth. I look forward to ensuring our members have access to the best advice and support available from the IoD, and that they have a voice into the policy team. I will leverage my experience in senior leadership roles to be an accessible, approachable “go-to” person in the Surrey IoD branch team of Ambassadors for any directors seeking guidance and support on ESG related issues.

• Member

  • Apr 2023 - Present

  ABOUT THE INSTITUTE OF DIRECTORS "Better directors make a better world" The IoD is a thriving membership community for directors in the UK and beyond, where you can connect with other leaders, develop your skills and be heard. At a time when great directors have never been more important, the IoD offers professional development, valuable connections and influence. The IoD is a network of around 20,000 directors who live and work in every sector and region of the UK and… Show more ABOUT THE INSTITUTE OF DIRECTORS "Better directors make a better world" The IoD is a thriving membership community for directors in the UK and beyond, where you can connect with other leaders, develop your skills and be heard. At a time when great directors have never been more important, the IoD offers professional development, valuable connections and influence. The IoD is a network of around 20,000 directors who live and work in every sector and region of the UK and internationally. By working together regionally, the IoD is shaping local economies and building a better world. Connect with local branches to broaden your network, build your career and strengthen your organisation. The Surrey Branch is part of South region comprising: Berkshire, Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes, Hampshire & Isle of Wight, Kent, Oxfordshire, Surrey and Sussex. For more info about The Institute of Directors please visit: https://www.iod.com/about-iod/



B Lab UK

• United Kingdom
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• B Local Surrey Co-Chair

  • Dec 2022 - Present

  I was delighted to be voted on as Co-Chair from my peers and fellow founding members of B Local Surrey. The aims of B Local Surrey are: - To build a supportive, inclusive community for certified B Corps and those on the journey. - To enable knowledge exchange. - To grow the movement in Surrey. - To grow the impact in Surrey of businesses using business as a force for good. I was delighted to be voted on as Co-Chair from my peers and fellow founding members of B Local Surrey. The aims of B Local Surrey are: - To build a supportive, inclusive community for certified B Corps and those on the journey. - To enable knowledge exchange. - To grow the movement in Surrey. - To grow the impact in Surrey of businesses using business as a force for good.



Surrey Chambers of Commerce

• United Kingdom
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Council Member

  • Jun 2022 - Present

  Surrey Chambers of Commerce have really proven their value by lobbying to government, being the voice of the local business community to those shaping policy and supporting their members. I am proud to have been invited to join the Council, to represent my peers in local business and in particular represent the micro business voice which often goes unheard. I am delighted to have an opportunity to support the Chambers as they work so hard to support us. I can now play a part by inputting… Show more Surrey Chambers of Commerce have really proven their value by lobbying to government, being the voice of the local business community to those shaping policy and supporting their members. I am proud to have been invited to join the Council, to represent my peers in local business and in particular represent the micro business voice which often goes unheard. I am delighted to have an opportunity to support the Chambers as they work so hard to support us. I can now play a part by inputting into the direction and strategies and activities of the Chamber so it can become even more valuable to the business community and the members. Show less Surrey Chambers of Commerce have really proven their value by lobbying to government, being the voice of the local business community to those shaping policy and supporting their members. I am proud to have been invited to join the Council, to represent my peers in local business and in particular represent the micro business voice which often goes unheard. I am delighted to have an opportunity to support the Chambers as they work so hard to support us. I can now play a part by inputting… Show more Surrey Chambers of Commerce have really proven their value by lobbying to government, being the voice of the local business community to those shaping policy and supporting their members. I am proud to have been invited to join the Council, to represent my peers in local business and in particular represent the micro business voice which often goes unheard. I am delighted to have an opportunity to support the Chambers as they work so hard to support us. I can now play a part by inputting into the direction and strategies and activities of the Chamber so it can become even more valuable to the business community and the members. Show less



Red-Inc

• United Kingdom
• Retail Office Equipment
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Non Executive Director - Commercial

  • Jun 2022 - Present

  > Create an inherent robustness by acting as an independent sounding board for ideas and in reviewing progress towards business goals > Encourage sustainable business growth and success for people and planet > Assist and project manage commercial aspects > Develop, plan and implement commercial plans and strategies > Track, measure and analyse commercial metrics > Create an inherent robustness by acting as an independent sounding board for ideas and in reviewing progress towards business goals > Encourage sustainable business growth and success for people and planet > Assist and project manage commercial aspects > Develop, plan and implement commercial plans and strategies > Track, measure and analyse commercial metrics



The RSA (The royal society for arts, manufactures and commerce)

• United Kingdom
• Non-profit Organizations
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Fellow

  • May 2022 - Present

  Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts is an award granted to individuals that the Royal Society of Arts (RSA) judges to have made outstanding achievements to social progress and development. Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts is an award granted to individuals that the Royal Society of Arts (RSA) judges to have made outstanding achievements to social progress and development.



REDBOX Group

• United Kingdom
• Business Supplies & Equipment
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Managing Director & Co-Owner

  • Aug 2020 - Sep 2021

  Promoted to MD with full P&L business leadership, taking ownership for strategic business growth, business development, profitability improvement and stakeholder value development. ➤ Definition and execution of long-term business strategies, promoting ‘win-win’ scenarios for the business, employees, society, investors, customers and the planet. Developed plans in alignment with organisation vision. ➤ Maximised new sales to 10% of total revenue by securing new opportunities through… Show more Promoted to MD with full P&L business leadership, taking ownership for strategic business growth, business development, profitability improvement and stakeholder value development. ➤ Definition and execution of long-term business strategies, promoting ‘win-win’ scenarios for the business, employees, society, investors, customers and the planet. Developed plans in alignment with organisation vision. ➤ Maximised new sales to 10% of total revenue by securing new opportunities through Social and environmental impact strategies. ➤ Decreased overhead expenditure within 12 months by directing end-to-end procedures, whilst attaining employee net promoter score of 84 during anonymous Dec-2020 employee survey. ➤ Sourced £850K capital investment across three separate phases of funding in 12 months. ➤ Achieved significant success in role, improving profitability in FY2021 against previous year by reducing overheads, streamlining operations, and securing new business opportunities.

• Sales & Marketing Director & Co-Owner

  • Jun 2015 - Jul 2020

  Responsible for the commercial operations including sales, marketing and business development within a medium sized business, instrumental in growing turnover to £10.6M p.a. ➤ Defined and implemented corporate strategies, taking REDBOX on a 2-year transformative journey, resulting in the achievement of B Corp Certification and scoring an industry leading 91.4 points. ➤ Successfully designed a compelling new value proposition with three credible brands operating under separate… Show more Responsible for the commercial operations including sales, marketing and business development within a medium sized business, instrumental in growing turnover to £10.6M p.a. ➤ Defined and implemented corporate strategies, taking REDBOX on a 2-year transformative journey, resulting in the achievement of B Corp Certification and scoring an industry leading 91.4 points. ➤ Successfully designed a compelling new value proposition with three credible brands operating under separate P&L's, including REDSPACE Interiors, achieving sustainable business growth. ➤ Instrumental in the transformation of the business, restructuring operations and reducing total overhead expenditure. ➤ Led implementation of a new CRM solution, aimed at improving overall customer loyalty, and introduction of a Cost to Serve model, including team mentoring to improve overall profit levels. ➤ Delivered new sales processes, underpinned by sales training based on Miller Heiman methods, resulting in an increased sale conversion rate from 18% to 46%. ➤ Achieved sucess in the role, instrumental in turning around the business from loss making to sustainable levels of profitability, influential in agreeing an MBO, enabling the profitable exit of the PE firm.



Office Depot

• United States
• Retail Office Equipment
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director of National Contracts

  • Oct 2014 - Dec 2014

  Responsible for all aspects of P&L business leadership, taking full ownership for the development of national contracts on behalf of Office Depot UK ➤ Definition and execution of a new marketing and strategic business plan, prioritising overall approach to developing a portfolio of existing accounts along with securing new business clients. ➤ Accountable to the UK Board of Directors, regularly reporting on business performance, revenue and profitability. ➤ Achieved success… Show more Responsible for all aspects of P&L business leadership, taking full ownership for the development of national contracts on behalf of Office Depot UK ➤ Definition and execution of a new marketing and strategic business plan, prioritising overall approach to developing a portfolio of existing accounts along with securing new business clients. ➤ Accountable to the UK Board of Directors, regularly reporting on business performance, revenue and profitability. ➤ Achieved success in role, developing new business opportunities and client relationships, as well as innovative the bid process, resulting in a significant increase in customer wins and retention.

• Director of Energy, Utilities & Waste Management

  • Dec 2012 - Sep 2014

  Responsible for the development and implementation of a marketing and strategic business development plan for the UK energy and utilities vertical market. ➤ Full accountability for the highly-successful delivery of the most profitable vertical market in Europe. ➤ Leadership and motivation of a multi-functional team of staff, including UK-based senior sales managers, national key account managers and operational account managers. ➤ Championed continuous improvement… Show more Responsible for the development and implementation of a marketing and strategic business development plan for the UK energy and utilities vertical market. ➤ Full accountability for the highly-successful delivery of the most profitable vertical market in Europe. ➤ Leadership and motivation of a multi-functional team of staff, including UK-based senior sales managers, national key account managers and operational account managers. ➤ Championed continuous improvement, introducing quarterly contract profitability workshops with aim to increase team's focus on profitable sales growth.

• Head of National Contracts – Public Sector

  • May 2011 - Dec 2012

  Promoted to the Head of National Contracts, supporting the delivery of an AOP in excess of £80m. ➤ Recruited and led a professional team of nationally based Strategic Account Managers, aligned by vertical markets – Local Government, Education and Central Government.

• Account Director – Education

  • Dec 2009 - Apr 2011



Office Depot

• United States
• Retail Office Equipment
• 700 & Above Employee

• Account Manager

  • 2004 - 2009