As the COO of H2 Group in Niseko, Hokkaido, Japan, I oversee a diverse portfolio that includes real estate, project management, hospitality, and asset management. My role encompasses strategic leadership and operational excellence, ensuring each sector of our business thrives and delivers exceptional value.

Participated and contrinuted to the Niseko Promotion Board and its strategic activities. Instrumental in creating the first ever Niseko Autumn Food Festival bringing together multiple members of the local food and beverage community and attracting over 4000 summer visitors to Hrafu Village, the heart of the Niseko Resort.

Co-wrote 10 essay based textbooks aimed at Japanese university students. Each book contains 20 meticulously researched and edited essays on current trends and relevant topics. in addition, exercises and a teachers' book are prepared to complement the text.

This a Hokkaido beer bar and restaurant located in a prime location in Hirafu, Niseko. Drove the entire start up from the feasibilty stage, through to opening and now in its third year in charge of operations, marketing, staff recruitment, business planning and ongoing business development.

IT Consulting and Japan Market Entry

Business development and sales management bringing Cloud 2.0 to Japan and wider Asia. Working with distributor partners to help customers overcome their pain points by moving from traditional tape-based storage systems to cloud-based solutions. Customers benefit from reduced HR costs, increased security, a transparent and fair pricing model, fast data upload, and download speeds. All this as well as total control over their own data accessible instantaneously on a global basis.

Direct extensive development of business portfolio spanning a wide range of properties, including opening of multiple high-profile accommodations (Muse, Aspect, and Niseko Midtown). Supervise project executions and deliver world-class senior level leadership and drive initiatives. Optimize service delivery and provide high-quality leadership driving improvement throughout the organization particularly on the customer side. Excel within the current fast-paced and challenging business environment… Show more Direct extensive development of business portfolio spanning a wide range of properties, including opening of multiple high-profile accommodations (Muse, Aspect, and Niseko Midtown). Supervise project executions and deliver world-class senior level leadership and drive initiatives. Optimize service delivery and provide high-quality leadership driving improvement throughout the organization particularly on the customer side. Excel within the current fast-paced and challenging business environment that demands commitment to market expansion and flexibility in the face of a high levels of competition and quick business cycles. Enhance existing correspondence with clients and direct stakeholder communication. Show less

As a general manager with Hokkaido, I headed day-to-day business operations and executed marketing assessments to bolster business productivity. Having processed sales requests and improved marketing strategies, I drove client interaction and bolstered contract negotiation. I collaborated with developers to optimize consultative strategies and increase sales volume. I achieved executive recognition for effectively negotiating a number of complex sales agreements, facilitating increased business… Show more As a general manager with Hokkaido, I headed day-to-day business operations and executed marketing assessments to bolster business productivity. Having processed sales requests and improved marketing strategies, I drove client interaction and bolstered contract negotiation. I collaborated with developers to optimize consultative strategies and increase sales volume. I achieved executive recognition for effectively negotiating a number of complex sales agreements, facilitating increased business profits. I also closed multiple sales valued in excess of $3M. Show less

Business planning focusing on sourcing of commercial tenants for successful all-year-round operations for a large hotel and apartment developmentLiaised extensively with potential service providers to understand the market and challengesComposed tender documents for tenant selection process, set basic price guidelines

With MSM Realty, I headed extensive development projects and optimized contact with international PR agency. Having deployed strategic sales campaigns and executed production and editing activities, I have boosted productivity. I delivered over $4M in sales during the 2009-2010 fiscal year and $4.3M in 2010-2011. I optimized CRM development and conducted staff training and recruitment functions. I also improved business website and sustained sales volume in excess of $10M.

Delivered lessons to a wide range of students in English and Japanese. Handled sales, marketing and event planning.

Marketing strategy developmentCreative design and materials productionWebsite production co-ordinationSales contract developmentCustomer relationship managementEvent organisationConduct business in English and Japanese

Taught and developed a wide range of courses for students. Participated in various teacher development projects and delivered training sessions.

Delivered a blend of language and culture instruction to groups of visiting students.

Challenging management role - responsible for 26 teachers and the teaching quality within a district comprising 16 schools. Also included human resource management, sales, marketing and customer service delivery.

Worked in the buying department at the headquarters of the DIY Chain, Homebase. Dealt with all aspects of the buying process including product selection, marketing and logistics.