Christopher Du Plessis Email & Phone Number

Adelaide, Sa, Au

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Responsible Person on ACNC

Reporting directly to the Board on the financial performance of the Ship, analysing the cash flow, income and balance statements.Providing Financial Strategy and Corporate Governance expertise. Sponsorships and Business DevelopmentThe One and All Sailing Ship was commissioned on the 5th of April 1987 and is a 42.68m brigantine sailing ship. It was built for the primary purpose of sail training, offering courses and voyages that last from between a few hours to many weeks, especially for youth at risk. The vessel is run by the registered not-for-profit group Friends of One and All Sailing Ship Inc. and is supported by 140 volunteers and 10 professional crew and employees.

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

As a Luxury Client Advisor & Ambassador at Breitling, I am honored to be part of the inaugural team in Adelaide. My role focuses on igniting the passion of discerning clients for luxury timepieces and horology by educating them on exquisite craftsmanship. I am dedicated to delivering an exceptional client experience, leveraging digital tools to expand our presence in Adelaide, and identifying strategic partnerships to drive business growth. For inquiries about luxury event partnerships and activations, please contact: chris.duplessis@breitling.comSpecialising in:- Precious Metals, Gem Set, Limited Edition, Historic Anniversary and Complicated Timepieces.Performance Metrics:- Highest Selling Boutique Member FY23-FY24- Highest Selling Boutique Member FY25 - Current - Highest Units sold FY24-FY25- 25.6% conversion FY24 - FY25 well above global average- Average Price Per Unit FY25 $13,594 well above global average and highest in team. - Highest sales to a single client within personal portfolio of clients. - In excess of $100k sold to an individual client within personal client portfolio within a 7 month period.

Adelaide, Australia

Marketing foreign investment opportunities to both Australia & Vietnam in the fields of: Agriculture, Renewable Energy, Manufacturing, Retail, Property Investment & Advisory Services. Website and digital development. Appointed to the Board to create and implement strategic marketing strategies.

Various positions held:Breitling: Ambassador - Luxury Client Advisor CurrentPeter Jackson: Assistant Manager 2yrs, 2moHugo Boss: Senior Sales Executive 1yrRalph Lauren: Sales Associate 6moAnthony Squires: Sales Associate/ Made to Measure Specialist 1yrRampley & Co London - Brand Agent Australia & New Zealand 2yrs, 9moTissot & Swatch Senior Sales Associate/ Interim multi store Manager 2yrs 4modu Plessis Auction Gallery Family Office/ International Fine Art Auction House 4yrs, 11moGallery 82: Fine Art Gallery Assistant, assisting the Managing Director in their Hyde Park Gallery. 1yr, 6mo

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Mergers & Acquisitions Divestments Capital Raising Strategic Review Valuation Advisory

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Swarmer is an Australian equity crowdfunding platform connecting businesses and investors, designed to support start-ups, growth companies and scale ups. With access to experienced fintech, VC and private equity investment minds. Swarmer has built a colony of experts to support the capital raising process.Assisting the Head of Investments with origination of capital raising opportunities for innovative businesses on the Swarmer platform. Meeting Founders, CEO's and Directors daily to articulate Swarmer’s capital raising value proposition. Supported the Head of Investments on the end-to-end capital raising lifecycle, including timely preparation of compliant offer documents, due diligence, marketing strategy, expressions of interest and live raise phase. Preparation of pitch decks, financial models, including market research on target verticals.Provided an investment mandate to target companies based in Australia with revenues and assets not exceeding $25m AUD respectively. Specifically focusing on start-ups, scale ups and growth companies with large communities. To establish the points of contact within target companies and to assign them to the top of funnel. Supporting the Operations Manager and team with the preparation of documents for clients raising capital throughout the entire capital raising process. Achievements: - Generated a target list of 1200 companies and directly contacted 800 to list on Swarmer platform.- Converted target list into 60 warm leads.- Signed Delay Pay to raise capital on the Swarmer Platform. Delay Pay is a revolutionary cash flow funding platform transforming the financial landscape for Australian Farmers. Which has allowed farmers to complete AU ~$73.1m in purchases since 2019 to as of August 2023.

Sydney, Australia

- Offering remote legal research support to Philippe Doyle Gray a prominent Sydney Barrister with in excess of 20 years legal experience. - Implementing Powerpoint Presentations- Database Management - Transcribing

Adelaide, Australia

• Consulting to; Start-ups, Luxury Fashion brands, Private Companies• Omnichannel Sales, Brand Strategist, Strategic Sourcing, Contract Manufacturing, Implementing agile Marketing Strategies• Proxy bidding on Property, Selling and acquiring Fine Art, Antiques, Horology and Luxury Goods • International Partnerships in; Fine Arts, Business & Fashion industries respectively• Established Atelier du Plessis specialising in Made to Measure Suiting, Made to Order Shoes and Made to Measure Shirting.DPI prides itself on partnering within only the pinnacle of luxury and emerging brands within their respective field of expertise. This helps to ensure every client DPI represents receives the finest quality product at the most affordable prices. Currently, we have brand partners throughout 3 continents across the world ranging from; MTM Suiting Manufactures, Fine Art Suppliers, Hand Made MTM Shoe Manufactures, Bespoke Silk Ties & Pocket Squares, together with exceptional Concierge Partners.

Adelaide, Australia

The Atelier du Plessis Brand incorporates a multitude of products, this in compasses the manufacturing, distribution and selling process. The products we manufacture include: - Made to Measure Suiting- Made to Measure Shirts- Bespoke Ties- Leather Goods- Made to Order Shoes- Made to Order Eye Wear - Together with everyday accessories. Embracing French, Italian & English style, quality and fit. Stocking some of the finest cloth throughout the world including; Ermenegildo Zegna, Holland & Sherry, Dormueil, Scabal, Vitale Barberis Canonico and many more. www.atelierduplessis.com.au

Australia

du Plessis Property & Investment Group was the Brand Agent for Rampley & Co in Australia & New Zealand: Rampley & Co was born out of a passion to create elegant accessories through innovative design, the best available fabrics and quality craftsmanship. We feel that by collaborating with partners such as the National Gallery, the British Museum and the V&A we can create accessories that are both interesting and unique. All our products are manufactured in Britain, produced in factories with rich histories that span hundreds of years of textile production. It is this blend of true craftsmanship developed through the ages with interesting and historical designs that make our products truly remarkable.Australia & New Zealand: - Wholesale and Retail Channels- Visual Merchandising of Retailers - Strategic Marketing Strategies

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Gold Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation providing support for young people with Asperger Syndrome and their families. During this time, I oversaw the redevelopment of their playground and improvements to facilities. - Reporting directly to the General Manager and Chairman of the Board. - Monitoring various project schedules on a weekly basis.- Scheduling of tasks, sourcing materials and ensuring quality control. - Cost control, including preliminaries management. - Managing subcontractors.

Sydney, Australia

Cases included: Contracts and Equity, Fraud, Common Assault, Commercial Law, Common Law, Insolvency and Naval Law.Paralegal and Junior duties:- Preparing Memoranda for Senior Counsel and Junior Barristers in Chambers- Submissions to Court- Editing documents - Meeting with clients and Barristers, attending conferences, Meditation, Cross-Examination and legal seminars. - Preparing legal correspondence - Directing and coordinating law office activity, including the delivery of subpoenas.- Helping prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and assisting with other tasks as needed.- Investigating facts and laws of cases and searching public records and other resources to prepare cases and determine causes of action.- Organizing and maintaining documents in a paper or electronic filing system.

Adelaide, Australia

du Plessis Property & Investment Group is a consulting Partner for: IQ International Pty Ltd- B2B & B2C Sales Development - Client engagements- Strategic market research of various industries- Project Management- Negotiation with Stakeholders - Luxury Retail, Hotels, Property Development, Marketing Agencies, Hospitals, Government, Defence & Car Dealerships

Adelaide, Australia

du Plessis Property & Investment Group was a consulting Partner for: Shouted Pty Ltd- On-trade business development- Hotel group account manager - Liquor brand engagements & activations of Shouted- Establishing and managing sales teams: payroll, activations metrics & signups - At the forefront of pioneering the shared beverage economy- Establishing new client partnerships- Researching business opportunities- A strong knowledge of business products and value proposition- Developing growth strategies and plans- Negotiation with Stakeholders

Adelaide, Australia

Family OfficeDirectly reported to the Director Peter du Plessis on a daily basis. Whilst being educated under his guidance and mentorship. Assisted in setting up interstate and local auctions for du Plessis auction gallery Pty .Ltd, duties included presentation and cleaning of goods for sale. As well as the sale of catalogues at the reception area and the collection and packaging of items for clients post auction. Specialising in the sale of Australian and European Fine Art, French Antiques, Oriental Jade, Sporting Memorabilia and luxury goods. Generating a substantial amount of sales in regards to Fine Art, French Antiques & Jewellery to a well connected customer base. Primarily focusing on strong lead generation and honest client relationships.Building Fine Art & Antique portfolios for; Private Individuals, High Net Worth Clients and Superannuation Funds.Together with working as a buyer acquiring antiques, fine art & jewellery on behalf of the Company.Known for client discretion

Masters Of Finance (Global Investment & Trade), Advanced Corporate Finance

Currently studying part-time

Bachelor Of Laws (Honours)

Activities and Societies: President of the University of South Australia Liberal Party

Bachelor Of Business (Economics, Finance And Trade), 5.5

Activities and Societies: Vice President Finance SocietyAcademic Merit Award for cumulative program grade point average in the top 15%.

Business Finance

Developing and reviewing operational budgets and financial decisions. Evaluating and applying financial data for organisational decision.

Education record

Corporate Knowledge Watch Making Knowledge Tissot Collections Customer Service Merchandising Sales Excellence

Accounting, Business, Mathematics, English Studies, Legal Studies & Research Project

Mercedes College McAuley House Captain (2016) 2016 Olympic Committee Pierre de Coubertin Award Recipient Mercedes College year 10, 11, 12.

Certificat Pédagogique

Studied in Paris: compréhension écrite expression écrite Professeur Olivier Jehelmann 27 boulevard des Italiens 75002 Paris

Education record