I am an accomplished contributor to the business world over the last 30 years both as a Thinker, Innovator and Implementer. I adopt a Penrosian view in business with the “market place being an image in the mind of the entrepreneur”. As a businessman, I have brought vision, innovation and tenacity to create successful ventures and partnerships across multiple sectors e.g. property, retail, hospitality, heritage and finance. I work at the highest levels with “Influencers of Change” to formulate strategies, which create value-adding solutions. My passionate interest in the world as a leader and contributor to my community explains my interest in Arts and Heritage. Key CompetenciesStrategic Thinker in my ability to understand business models and their key drivers, see the bigger picture, establish linkages and inter-dependencies across the Property, Heritage, Retail and Hospitality sectors. Innovator - I create options and solutions, which address the future challenges and current realities. Results Oriented - I am tenacious and driven to see things through to completion. I associate myself with success.Change Agent - I believe in possibility and the benefits of challenging the status quo. I look for what has not been tried and tested, both in myself and in those I work with, to challenge existing assumptions.Customer Oriented - proven record in delivering value and quality for my customers.Influencer - I build effective working relationships and ensure there is honesty and integrity in my business dealings.Negotiator – I look for the best possible outcomes and recognise the importance of value as an outcome for all parties.Financial and Commercial Acumen – I prioritise the bottom line profitability for all my endeavours and ensure that there is a focus on cost management and value maximisation.