I am always looking for opportunities to facilitate the growth of people and organisations to help in their direction of travel to fulfilling their potential.I have been a manager and director of several businesses across a range of sectors, and as such, have a good broad knowledge of finance, accounts, contracts, negotiating and customer care, dealing with SME’s to PLC’s. Throughout my career, I have consistently built long term relationships and developed mutually beneficial opportunities and growth.As an experienced team leader and business development manager, my tenacious and proactive approach has resulted in delivering consistent growth – Cannon Couriers from start-up to £6.5m turnover; Fifty ID – a part of the team to deliver $100m asset portfolio for an IPO on the NYSE; China Trade from start-up to £1.5m annualised fees. My excellent networking skills have provided my businesses and clients with vital client leads and established long term relationships. I am used to opening opportunities and building relationships for corporate institutions (Co-op Bank; EMI Records), government bodies (UK Foreign Office; British Council; Hubei Government) and academic institutions (Peking University; Sherborne School).I am committed to community enterprise, including voluntary work, raising funds for various charities and sitting on committees for trade, cultural and charitable bodies. I am also a governor for a local state primary school.Personal interests: Cycling; Outdoor pursuits (Surfing, wild swimming, fishing & walking)Work interests: Sustainability; Renewable Energy; Education; Social EnterpriseSkills: Leadership; Consultancy; Project Management; Commercial Relationship Development.