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Fulmer, Gb

Buckinghamshire, England, United Kingdom

In this role, I am managing a group of companies under the umbrella of Marlins and Berners DevelopmentsI am engaged in providing services to manage a property portfolio as well as managed two development projects in Midlands. . As part of this role, I executed a development project of sale of three houses with a combined GDV of 3.9M.Below are some of my accomplishments in this role,• Contributed to expanding portfolio by adding 6 BTL and one large HMO with a gross annual rent of £310,000 at a GDV of £4.75M.• Succeeded in securing a development with 36 apartments in midlands on built to rent model during December 2020.• Efficiently converted a pub into 19 apartments and a retail supermarket with a yield of 17% and a gross profit of circa1.3M.• Saved 1.9M for the group by acquiring a portfolio in SE London for an HNW family office with a value of 19M and 9.5% ROI.• Facilitated an HMW family office in saving 2.5M on built costs by providing consultation and obtaining planning permission.

Langley, Berkshire, United Kingdom

As an Owner and Director of three branches of CENTURY21 Estate Agents (largest Real Estate Brokerage Firm in the world) and located in Slough Berkshire, Derby and St. Johns Wood London for over five years, I was responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the business. This included having overall control over sales and lettings while also providing oversight to Financial Services, Land and New Homes development, construction and sales.I built a team of more than 14 professionals across three branches who were dedicated to ensuring the successful running of the branches with a combined industry knowledge of over 50 years.. My role involved overseeing operational control, finance management, EBITDAR and overall success.After years of successful business , a decision was made by the board to exit the market to focus on Development Projects and the business was sold to a National Estate Agent who wanted to expand in above key areas. Centruy21 Derby and Slough branches won numerous industry awards for the recognition of the services during the five years. Some of them Best Newcomer of the Year 2015, Best Agency in Midlands per Commissions and Sales 2017. Won award for Customer Services for Derby Branch 2017.

London, England, United Kingdom

In this role, I was responsible for coordinating with key stakeholders to ensure the successful completion of the entire process - from sourcing land and obtaining planning permission to securing financing and franchising agreements for the construction and operational development of 5 Express by Holiday Inn hotels in key towns across the United Kingdom. This involved working closely with various parties to ensure that all aspects of the project were completed on time and within budget.As a director for these stakeholders, I managed properties in partnership with BDL Redefine. My achievements included successfully negotiating and signing franchise agreements with Intercontinental Hotel Group for all 5 Express by Holiday Inn properties. These agreements were critical in ensuring that our hotels were able to operate under the well-known and respected Express by Holiday Inn brand.In addition to securing franchise agreements, I also finalized several management contracts with BDL Redefine for their management of our 5 Express by Holiday Inn properties. These contracts ensured that our hotels were managed by a reputable and experienced company with a proven track record in the hospitality industry.In addition to this experience, I have also held several other leadership positions in the hospitality industry. These include serving as a Director at Connaught Hotels where I was responsible for overseeing all aspects of hotel operations including sales, marketing, finance and human resources.I have also held roles such as General Manager/Operations Director and Director at Ibis Styles and Express by Holiday Inn. In these positions, I was responsible for managing day-to-day hotel operations including guest services, housekeeping, maintenance and food & beverage service.Throughout my career in the hospitality industry, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to lead teams effectively and deliver results while maintaining high levels of guest satisfaction.

London, United Kingdom

As the head of a hospitality business for over 14 years, I successfully managed all aspects of the business including planning, development, operations, finance, re-branding, refurbishments & construction. My leadership and strategic vision enabled me to take the business to new levels of success.Under my direction, the company experienced significant growth and expansion. This was achieved through a combination of effective cost control measures such as reducing waste and negotiating better prices with suppliers; targeted marketing campaigns that leveraged data analysis to identify key customer segments and tailor our messaging accordingly; and strategic investments in new properties and refurbishments that enhanced our portfolio and increased our appeal to guests. In addition to driving financial growth, I also focused on improving operational efficiency and guest satisfaction. I implemented rigorous training programs for our staff to ensure that they were equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to provide exceptional customer service. This included training on effective communication techniques, conflict resolution strategies and cultural sensitivity. I also introduced new technologies and systems to streamline our operations and improve efficiency. For example, we implemented a state-of-the-art property management system that allowed us to manage reservations, billing and guest requests more effectively. We also invested in energy-efficient lighting and appliances to reduce our energy consumption and lower our operating costs.My efforts paid off as we consistently received positive feedback from our guests and maintained high levels of occupancy across all our properties. Our reputation for excellence in hospitality grew stronger with each passing year as more guests discovered the exceptional service and amenities that we offered.

London, United Kingdom

In my role, I was responsible for overseeing the acquisition, planning, architectural design, construction and franchise management of a mixed-use development project that included 362 units comprising Hampton by Hilton and Moxy by Marriott hotels as well as an apartment building.The first step in this process was to identify and acquire a suitable piece of land for the development. This involved conducting extensive market research to assess the demand for hotel and residential accommodation in the area and evaluating potential sites based on factors such as location, accessibility and zoning regulations.Once we had acquired the land, we began the planning process. This involved working closely with architects and designers to develop a master plan for the site that maximized its potential while also meeting all relevant building codes and regulations. We also engaged with local authorities to obtain all necessary permits and approvals.With the planning phase complete, we moved on to construction. We carefully selected contractors with a proven track record in delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget. We also implemented rigorous quality control measures to ensure that all work was completed to our exacting standards.As part of our franchise management responsibilities, we negotiated agreements with Hampton by Hilton and Moxy by Marriott to operate hotels on the site. These agreements set out the terms under which these brands would operate their hotels including standards for guest services, amenities and marketing.Throughout this entire process - from acquisition through planning, construction and franchise management - we maintained a relentless focus on delivering a high-quality mixed-use development that would meet the needs of our guests and residents while also generating strong returns for our investors.

Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

Executive Mba, Business Administration, Management And Operations, A

The curriculum is grounded in data-based business analysis and equips me with leading high-performing teams and to make informed financial.

Pmp-Acp Project Management Professional - Agile Certified Practitioner, Project Management, A+

Project Management Practitioner

Pmp - Project Management Professional, Project Management, A+

Prince2 Agile Practitioner, Project Management, A

PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business Administration And Management, General

Msc, Master Of International Finance, M S.C

M I H, Institue Of Hspitality

Activities and Societies: Corporate Corporate

M Iod, Member Of Institute Of Directors

Corporate Director

Fcca, Accounting And Business/Management, A Grade