Experience

Commercial Interiors UK

• United Kingdom
• Design
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Board Member

  • Oct 2022 - Present



Panaz

• United Kingdom
• Textile Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Executive Officer

  • May 2022 - Present

• Chief Operating Officer

  • Sep 2018 - May 2022

• Eastern USA Sales Manager

  • Aug 2015 - Aug 2018



Amazon

• United States
• Software Development
• 700 & Above Employee

• Buyer

  • Apr 2013 - Aug 2015

  • Further enhanced my analytical mindset working for a data driven global online retail business • Managed +100 supplier relationships and worked with them to grow their onsite sales while maximising their profitability for Amazon • Led numerous face-to-face vendor negotiations with high value vendors as well as managing a scalable process for lower value vendor terms negotiations consistently exceeding stretch targets in both and delivering margin gains for Amazon • Completed multiple negotiation and sales training courses and was awarded an internal recognition award for going “beyond the call of duty” Show less



Gousto

• United Kingdom
• Food and Beverage Services
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Operations Manager

  • Oct 2012 - Mar 2013

  Start-up online retailer specialised in providing food boxes to consumers containing ingredients in correct proportions to prepare and cook pre-selected recipes. During this role I gained diverse, hands-on experience in all aspects involved in the running of a business. I further enhanced my commercial experience through my responsibility for sourcing all product ingredients. This was done with the aim of achieving the lowest possible prices while still satisfying high customer standards for the product within strict time constraints. Show less



ARBION

• Financial Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Equity / Alternatives Analyst

  • Jul 2012 - Sep 2012

  Internship I initially worked with the equities team conducting equity analysis in a support role. I produced qualitative reports on current holdings, comparing them to prospective companies and making recommendations and suggesting alternative stock picks. I learnt about the fundamental valuation of companies and expanded knowledge in the bottom up analysis of company accounts. I also spent a significant amount of time working with the alternatives desks. On the hedge fund side I attended fund presentations, wrote newsletters, compiled spreadsheets and did further modelling. However, the majority of my time was spent working on the private equity desk where I set up and attended a large amount of fund presentations from an LP perspective. I also did further DD on various funds. Additionally, I created client literature such as newsletters and a private equity roadmap, setting the aims for the next year in the private equity department. Show less



Napthens LLP

• United Kingdom
• Law Practice
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Internship

  • Aug 2011 - Aug 2011

  Negotiated with clients and extended experience in handling high stress situations by shadowing a partner in commercial litigation and attending their various meetings with clients Strengthened communication skills through experience with senior solicitors. Re-enforced the correct way to approach and present to clients in order to simplify more complicated concepts Negotiated with clients and extended experience in handling high stress situations by shadowing a partner in commercial litigation and attending their various meetings with clients Strengthened communication skills through experience with senior solicitors. Re-enforced the correct way to approach and present to clients in order to simplify more complicated concepts



Squire Patton Boggs

• United States
• Law Practice
• 700 & Above Employee

• Internship

  • Jun 2011 - Jun 2011

  Conducted due diligence and contract editing for the acquisition of a large international travel company culminating in the acquisition of the company at the maximum gain for the client due to thorough negotiation. Conducted due diligence and contract editing for the acquisition of a large international travel company culminating in the acquisition of the company at the maximum gain for the client due to thorough negotiation.



Panaz

• United Kingdom
• Textile Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Business Development Manager- Middle East

  • Aug 2008 - Aug 2009

  Placement working for Panaz Ltd in the Middle East based in Dubai working on the establishment of a permanent office. One year placement arranged independently of university with a globally recognised contract furnishing company working on establishing a permanent office in Dubai. Initially working independently, I built up a customer base and brand knowledge in the region. My role in business development necessitated a large amount of focus and determination, from researching clients and pitching to making sure products satisfied client needs and deadlines as well as publishing monthly performance reports. With increased trust in the operation from management I went from being the only permanent representative in the Middle East to establishing a joint venture with a local company, establishing a permanent office and managing an established team of sales staff by the end of the year. This industry experience in Dubai enabled me to thrive within and effectively manage a team. Additionally, the large array of international backgrounds and cultures of my peers showed me the importance of utilising my strong aptitude for communication with both team members and clients. My success in all these areas is proven through the results achieving a significant increase in turnover in the region. Show less