Endless LLP – Non-Executive Director; Board Chairman Bartoline Ltd. Managing the board proceedings, governance and strategic direction for the PE owned company. Bartoline are Europe’s leading manufacturer of decorating sundries for the home improvement industry. Products include White Spirit and paint solvents, fillers, adhesives, sealants, sugar soaps, paint strippers, garden wood protectors, paraffin, BBQ lighting fluid and lantern oils, etc.

12 month Interim MD role to manage through a transition period.

Offering ‘C-level’ business consultancy for NFP, NP and For-Profit SMEs and large Organisations. Specialist areas are company transformation, M&A planning and execution, Organisational Design, Operational Excellence, Margin growth and maintenance (including price increase guidance, energy hedging, Pricing Power, Value Pricing etc.), Employee engagement and reward & recognition programs, Ansoff matrix analysis for market/product growth and penetration, Digitalization to increase scope and sales, Key Account Management and market segmentation. Enabling all companies to utilise the power of their organisation, and improve performance through corporate consulting services. Focus on key drivers, including company purpose, sustainable/ethical growth, talent management, operational excellence, digital channel optimisation, cost containment, customer relationship management and financial performance. Clear results gained through employee/process efficiency & cash generation. Previous/current clients:NFP Organisation Upgraded organisation, enhanced value proposition over conventional competitor models & steered continuingexpansion that led to multiple successful events agreeing to re-book and upgrade service Enhanced functionality of ‘farm & Factory to table’ process and systems through optimisation of procedures.Coffee roaster and supplier to catering/hospitality Managed rising demand by assisting employees in fulfilling organisational transformation goals. Increased sales and profitability of SME Coffee by 100% within six months, including portfolio adjustments,value selling, digital marketing, and sales to warrant business viability.EMEAI Construction Chemical Company Consulted on restructuring and transformation in preparation for company divestment

Full P&L responsibility for Arkema Registered UK Companies. 500+ workforce, Sales exceeding £180M with multiple manufacturing, research and commercial locations. Bostik Ltd., manufactures, markets and exports a range of industrial and consumer adhesive, sealant, stationery and building chemicals for Trade, Professional, Industrial (B2B), Government and Consumer/DIY (B2C) with a growing proportion of sales through digital channels.

Full P&L for $0.X Bn Americas based business. Integrated manufacturing & Commerce of gases and polymers based on Fluorine technology (Ozone Friendly and Non-friendly), for use in HVAC/Air Conditioning, Foam Blowing and Chemically Inert plastics and coating. Major markets OEM Direct (Automobile and HVAC), Construction (Insulation) manufacturers, Coatings & Plastics Manufacturers as well as aftermarket channels via distribution and retail. Full ‘Americas’ P&L and Operational responsibility for largest BU within Arkema Inc. group. Full leadership of 375 strong team including manufacturing, supply chain, customer service, R&D, marketing, sales, regulatory, finance, Advocacy (government relations), law (IP) & technical service.

BASF manufactures multiple SKUs for use as raw materials in Personal Care and Home & Institutional Cleaning Products sold B2B. Full P&L responsibility for the entire $650 Million international Personal & Home Care business comprising all business functions including manufacturing, marketing, sales (including Key Account Management), R&D, distribution, finance, supply chain.

Regional (NA) business director Plastic Additives and Global Business Director Ozone Acids (Dual role)