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⊛ Founder and Director of Audelicious, a boutique gourmet experience tourism business in Paris. ⊛ Created the company in 2010 and took it to become recognised as one of Paris’ premier tourism experiences. ⊛ Developed close partnerships with international travel agencies and local businesses.

Designing and developing websites to cater to clients business needs.

⊛ Initially recruited as French market SEM for ForwardSlash which specialises in the acquisition and retention of customers on behalf of online gaming and betting clients, I quickly took charge of operational systems and was promoted to brand manager. ⊛ Created in-depth analysis reporting for SEM Department and played a key role in creating an internal quality assurance program. ⊛ Ensured campaigns were effectively executed, measured, and optimised to achieve agreed targets.

⊛ Initially recruited as a receptionist for this company, I attained fast-track promotion through a series of increasingly responsible positions to the post of full-time senior manager ⊛ Created and developed The Running School™ franchise sold throughout Europe.

⊛ Carried out a multi-faceted role working directly with the company director, predominantly responsible for: ‧ Project management ‧ Operations management ‧ Marketing management ⊛ Managed the production and reinforced sales process implementation, focusing on step-by-step sales process, opportunity management, territory management, account management, sales strategy/target account selling, and development of business partner network for nineteen fitness products, two books, one DVD and two fitness courses. ⊛ Introduced products to high-profile retailer websites and outlets including Amazon, John Lewis, Tesco eDiet and QVC shopping channel. ⊛ Reshaped logistical operations and distribution, oversaw revenue, profit contribution, inventory, and customer satisfaction. ⊛ Developed and implemented a new integrated, online automated shop that enabled administrative staff to be reduced by 15% while sales doubled over a year. ⊛ Set up and implementation of new accounting systems, introduction of new methodologies and technology. ⊛ Rebuilt systems and financial controls. ⊛ Design, development and maintenance of six company websites. ⊛ Providing IT support to all customers, installing software applications onto all company computers, maintaining computers and managing the purchase of new equipment. ⊛ Organising and planning promotional events for Gymstick fitness products and physiotherapy services, including planning and organisation of trade exhibitions, staff parties and dinners. ⊛ Oversaw office and facilities management, as well as human resources administration, including providing training for new hires and existing staff. ⊛ Recruited, screened, and hired staff.

⊛ Managing 3 reception staff including their performance, development and rotas. Created a weekly reporting system, reorganised the cashing up system and membership flyers. ⊛ Responsible for answering the telephone, making appointments using clinical booking software.