A proven Managing Director / Director of Operations who leads software technology, consulting, and data analytics businesses within the Asia-Pacific region. Most recent experience: operating within the Automotive Industry Vertical, specifically Retail Network Development, Vehicle Sales, Service, Marketing.With an academic background in both Computer Science and Business, this executive has a deep practical knowledge of how to leverage enterprise software technology and processes to drive achievement of operational excellence.A culturally aware energetic leader, strategist, and proven business builder, he appraises market opportunities, aligns the opportunities with the resources and capabilities of the business and capitalises by building effective cross-functional teams to penetrate the marketKey capabilities include: -• Articulating a compelling vision of where an organisation or team is going and engaging staff so that they can buy-in and align themselves with the strategic direction of the business.• Developing and executing profitable growth strategies for software systems and consulting businesses in both new and established markets.• Cultivating strong interpersonal relationships within organisations and leveraging this to build effective teams to solve problems both internal in nature and externally on client projects.• Financial acumen including full P&L responsibility and control, budget development and FP&ACurrently: A Management Consultant operating globally (although a focus on Asia Pacific markets), assisting global Automotive OEMs transform their businesses.Prior role:Oversaw all aspects of Urban Science's operations in APAC and travelling extensively between offices in Australia, Japan, China and India. Previously:Led turnaround and growth of Urban Science’s Australia & NZ operationsLed expansion of Urban Science operations into RussiaLed Urban Science’s largest and most successful European account team for 3 yearsLed the implementation of a pan-European approach to New Business Development