An experienced leader with a proven record of success across a variety of different sectors from start- ups through to established businesses. A high calibre negotiator, motivator and leader with an entrepreneurial flair and a good knowledge and understanding of how to achieve business growth. Country Director & Managing Director of Options Greathire Ltd – London’s premier tableware and furniture hire business supporting incredible events across the capital and further afield. Options Greathire was borne out of the merger of Options GB & Greathire Ltd. Over the past 12 months Options Greathire has experienced rapid growth and now has over 100 employees and experienced almost 70% growth from pre-pandemic levels. We have worked on some of the UK’s most prestigious events, including recently Royal Ascot, Wimbledon, BAFTAS, BRIT AWARDS, F1, the AIM awards, Bride lux, countless weddings alongside Film and TV work including BBC TV’s Big Proud Party Agency. Options Greathire is also proud sponsors of The London Venue and Catering Awards. Options Greathire is part of Maisons Options, the European leader in equipment hire for events. Previous experience includes overseeing the launch of Qik-Link Modular Flooring into the UK market. Founder of two companies. Experienced Sales professional and publisher (franchise, print, digital and exhibition space) who launched a series of highly successful regional food events. Experienced in conception of ideas and seeing them through to fruition. Experienced in forming partnerships with leading associations and trade bodies as well as securing large sponsorship deals. 10 years digital sales experience within the UK and internationally, dealing with agencies and direct with client, from SME's to multi-national corporations. 15 years advertising sales experience. 23 years’ experience of managing sales teams, including recruitment, training and development. 14 years’ experience of running companies (whether those I founded or more recently as an employee).Experienced in delivering results to clients across Europe, North and South America, Africa, the Middle East and Asia.Keen rugby player & fan. Father to two.
Listed skills include Online Advertising, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Publishing, and 40 others.