A retail and business development professional with an enviable track record of generating sales and profit in the sometimes-volatile luxury retail sector. Commercially focused with a demonstrable track record of success generating new business as well as maintaining existing client relationships to produce additional and new revenue streams. Experience includes leading large teams to deliver challenging retail sales targets by focussing on the customer experience and increasing sales capabilities through the provision of high-quality training and professional development activities. Possesses an unusual blend of creativity and project management capabilities and uses these skills to design and manage high profile VIP events that generate both significant PR and returns on investment. Personal credibility, sophisticated communication and genuine engagement with others are the underlying competencies that have been essential to career success