Pitch presentation coaching, production and consulting is my super power. I work with both individuals and teams to win new work opportunities when the stakes are high and the pressure often intense. I also deliver a one or two day 'Presenting the Pitch' Workshop' teaching others to powerfully present their work-winning pitch. I have 30+ years of experience of working around the world with clients primarily in the fields of Commercial Real Estate, Engineering, Construction and Architecture, on… Show more Pitch presentation coaching, production and consulting is my super power. I work with both individuals and teams to win new work opportunities when the stakes are high and the pressure often intense. I also deliver a one or two day 'Presenting the Pitch' Workshop' teaching others to powerfully present their work-winning pitch. I have 30+ years of experience of working around the world with clients primarily in the fields of Commercial Real Estate, Engineering, Construction and Architecture, on projects that have included World Cups, Olympics, sustainable new cities, smart infrastructure (tunnels, roads, rail, aviation and water), national defense, nuclear, shipping, iconic buildings (including signature hospitals, stations, retail hubs, and Civic Centres). I'm equally at home supporting SMEs to pitch new ideas to new customers and investors, the process and the passion is just the same. Show less

Based on my personal experience of 'burnout' this research project was originally designed to help me, and now others, figure out how to recognise, reframe and recolour the 'Vanishing Man'. The project aims to study three key elements of the 'Vanishing Man', namely Professional, Partner and Parent, accepting that the 'vanishing' in each role may be occurring at different speeds for different people. Starting with 'recognising' what's going on, before finding out how to 'reframe', and finally… Show more Based on my personal experience of 'burnout' this research project was originally designed to help me, and now others, figure out how to recognise, reframe and recolour the 'Vanishing Man'. The project aims to study three key elements of the 'Vanishing Man', namely Professional, Partner and Parent, accepting that the 'vanishing' in each role may be occurring at different speeds for different people. Starting with 'recognising' what's going on, before finding out how to 'reframe', and finally 'recolour' the Vanishing Man' with new inner purpose, hope and the determination to live life in it's full colour spectrum! If you're interested in contributing to the project please visit my website andysyms.com Show less

Responsible for operational delivery of ‘Own the Niche’ and ‘International Partnerships’ elements of five-year growth plan (Kudos) alongside Key Client Development Program and Client Listening 22/23.Oversight for the development of a new digital international regulatory monitoring product, Riagla.

Based in Dubai with responsibility for PM/CM sales across the Middle East region directing Field Sales & Regional Bid Team activity covering Bahrain, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar. Won largest PM/CM regional contract in 2016 at Hamad International airport in Qatar. Strong focus in KSA developing win strategies for PMO projects.

Regional oversight for sales activity across MENAI Region working with 'Outside Sales' teams across CH2M's four vertical business lines (Transport, Water, Energy and Industrial, Envirnoment and Nuclear). Leadership of the cross Business Group Client Account Management Program (CAM), and oversight of the 'Inside Sales' (bid) team. Member of the MENAI Regional Leadership Team and the global Client Solutions and Sales (CS&S) Senior Leadership Team.

Ongoing role across EMEA focussing on high value project wins (c$100m).

Enabling professional teams to pitch for major international architectural, engineering or construction projects, production of well structured and dynamically visual pitches and presentations, supporting individuals to achieve standards of engaging and compelling spoken messages.

Board Member of Professional Services Marketing Group (PSMG). A non for profit organisation created for the benefit of marketing and business development individuals in the professional services markets. Regular conference speaker and contributor to the PSMG magazine

Responsible for UK marketing communications teams plus introduction and development of business development processes to win work from new and existing clients. Close working relationship with GVA Worldwide including regular conference speaking and workshop sessions.

Business development training and client development strategy projects across a variery of corporate and professional services disciplines. Clients included BDO Stoy Hayward, Wragge & Co, GVA Grimley, The AA, St Ives Group, and Leo Pharmaceuticals.

Sales development specialist consulting firm aiming to improve processes, skils and motivation within corporate sales leading to significant business uplift. Client projects included Eli Lilly, Energis, Nestle, and Scottish Courage Brands.

Working with the Professional Division of the company SCJP manufactured and distributed cleaning products with household names such as Pledge, Glade, Mr Muscle and Brillo for commercial use. Regional Distributor Account Manager followed by National Account Manager, clients included Whitbread, OCS and Mitie Group.