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Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

In charge of setting up the Livewire France business and developing the partners' network

Kathmandu, Bāgmatī, Nepal

At FreeW, we ignite women's emancipation through motorcycling.Why motorcycles? Because they are empowering vehicles to reconnect with our wild soul, overcome fears and self-limiting beliefs, and break free from societal expectations. We create impactful motorcycling adventures in Asia, and contribute to local women's economic empowerment through motorcycle training, leasing and jobs on 2 wheels. Exploring with us off the beaten track, you will discover what you’re made of, get to learn from and invest in local women. In return you will gain priceless insights not many travelers do.Are you ready to join us on this two-wheeled journey?Check out our website www.freew.co and find the road trip that resonates with you=> Conceptualised community-based motorcycle tours in Nepal, India, Myanmar and Iran for women riders to experience the life of fellow women in their host country and contribute to their economic empowerment=> Led women's motorcycle adventures in Nepal and India=> Trained over 80 women to ride motorcycles in Malaysia, and started a women-led riding school in Nepal=> Delivered corporate events around motorcycling safety awareness and initiation=> Engaged with a global network of women motorcyclists to share knowledge through monthly online events and trainings => Raised funding to sponsor women's motorcycling training in Malaysia, and the first all-Nepalese female team to ride Upper Mustang on motorcycles=> Organised the first Women-only Track Day in Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory Of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Advising and coaching the social enterprise's leadership on business growth, from strategy to operations.=> Conducted Operational & Financial assessments, and provided recommendations leading to 20% costs reduction=> Set-up HR & operations processes for better resources utilization=> Developed a B2B and international expansion strategy

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory Of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

For Mo Batteries- SingaporeBattery swapping solution- providing fleet operators with the fastest, safest and cheapest way to transition to electric motorbikes.=> Gathered intelligence on the Malaysian electric motorcycles market and contributed to the overall business strategy in close relationship with the founders=> Initiated introductions to key stakeholders and qualified opportunities for B2B prospect customers=> Identified and developed partner relationships within the Malaysian electric motorbike ecosystem => Coordinated the preparation of POC with the electric motorcycle distributor of Vmoto, securing access to manufacturers’ spare parts, accessories and other complementary services=> Recruited and trained a country manager within budgetFor Halifax Consulting- SingaporeTraining, coaching, and consulting firm specialized in international sales performance and client relationships=> Connected with C-levels across different industries to identify their sales challenges=> Created customised proposals to improve their sales processes and team performance

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory Of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Future Females exists to connect, inspire and support current and aspiring female entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs – to rapidly increase their number and success, globally. As founding ambassador for Kuala Lumpur:=> Organising physical and online events on the theme of entrepreneurship, including speakers engagements, digital and social media marketing, members communications and facilitation of workshops=> Leading a team of other ambassadors, defining strategy and key action plans=> Looking for corporate and governmental sponsors and partners

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Represented and led Software Group business across Asia Pacific => Developed, owned and managed Software Group’s APAC regional strategy, P&L, annual plan and budget => Established the commercial and operational strategies to grow Softwaregroup's revenue from the region and increase delivery efficiency and quality=> Led and coached the region’s business development, pre-sales, and operations teams (22 people) to execute against the defined strategy and reach both sales and operational targets=> Optimized the territory breakdown, Business Development coverage and responsibilities across Asia Pacific => Initiated and nurtured regional partners and strategic accounts relationshipsMain achievements:• APAC team stabilisation and reduced turnover• Territory and market expansion: the first 2 commercial banks in South East Asia were signed, and 2 new countries opened• Sales process optimisation: qualification, pipeline management through salesforce, forecasting, and partners for improved closing ratio and efficient marketing• Improved regional operational and financial efficiencies: increased resources utilisation to target, compliance with support SLAs, overachieved average resolution time, renegotiated contracts for regional delivery

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

In charge of setting-up Sofrecom Malaysia Representative Office and connecting with key telecom executives and stakeholders, in order to grow our footprint in Asia. Operated as the lead point of contact for any and all matters specific to Sofrecom's prospects/customers/partners in Malaysia, the Philippines and Singapore. Responsible of leading cross-functional internal teams to ensure the timely and successful delivery of our solutions according to customers' needs.Main achievements:• Envisioned the commercial strategy and created engagement across regional teams, partners, and HQ business units to execute it• Identified and grew opportunities through deep cultural sensitivity and relationships building: 3 new major accounts opened within 8 months• Built Sofrecom's credibility within territory and positioned it in a complex ecosystem

Vincennes, France

Responsible to promote the Networks & Services business unit’s activities in collaboration with the commercial department, and project-manage the bidding to international operators’ tenders for networks consulting servicesMain achievements:• Increased Sofrecom’s footprint on the European market: 3 new countries within a year • Marketed a new services offering targeted to mature markets in Asia and Europe • Managed a 5M € worth clients portfolio, mainly across Europe, and nurtured commercial relationships with C-level executives

Paris, France

My role was to establish a strategy to acquire new customers and develop value from existing onesMain achievements:• Reinforced the group’s presence on the SMEs’ market as a result of a constant qualitative B2B relationship though face-to-face visits and phone contacts• Constantly achieved or outreached my qualitative and quantitative multi-products and services sales objectives

Manchester, United Kingdom

Leader of a team of 3 in charge of grassroot marketing and liaising with campus media to raise GradeGuru’s brand awareness and setting up sponsorship deals Main achievements:• Designed and delivered a marketing plan thanks to my analytical skills • Leaded the organisation of large-scale notes collection events with strong organisational capabilities

Oxford, United Kingdom

Deputy of the Communications Manager in his absence, I was in charge of delivering communications material for major eventsMain achievements:• Audited the Harley Owners Group website and provided recommendations for restructure• Produced marketing communications materials (programmes, flyers, Internet micro-sites) for 3 Harley Owners Group events in 6 languages• Project-managed the production of membership materials for 100,000-strong Harley Owners Group (‘H.O.G.’) membership including HOG Touring Handbook, HOG Member Manuals and HOG Welcome Packs

Oxford, United Kingdom

As part of the events team, my role involved the organisation of large-scale events (seminars, European H.O.G. rally Ireland, European Bike Week Austria) from planning to on-site delivery and coordinationMain achievements:• Set-up a customer relationship management program and provided recommendations on customer journey improvements after the audit of the outsourced call centre • Created events assessment surveys to enable the department to benchmark events• Marketed a youth market outreach project to expand HD market

Ibiza, Spain

Responsible for customers' satisfaction in terms of leisure activities. Organised, coordinated, promoted, and delivered sports activities and events for multi-lingual guests. Main achievements:• Built strong customer relationships and delivered high satisfaction rates on the entertainment offering• Designed new shows, and engaged guests in their production/rehearsals in English, German, French and Spanish, thanks to good communication skills and sense of humour

Bsc (Hons) Management, Valedictorian, International Business, 77% (First In Class)

Management modules (human resources, management in society, environmental management, project management) International Business modules.

Baccalaureat (A-Level) With Honours, Scientific, Physics-Chemistry Major, 14.5 Out Of 20 (Mention Bien)

Maths, biology, History-Geography, French, German, English, Spanish, Philosophy, Sports