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London, Gb

John Cullen Lighting is a multi-award winning Experience brand, offering a combination of Design as a Service and trend setting architectural grade products. The company is a pioneer in creating understated world-class luminaires and since its inception in 1981, has had a passion in enhancing the enjoyment of spaces through the power of light. From opening its first showroom in London over 40 years ago, the company has inspired with light, with nearly a half century of experience in lighting projects. John Cullen Lighting has since expanded from its Chelsea roots and now has offices in London, Dubai, Paris, Mumbai and Texas, working on projects across the world, uniquely providing an end-to-end service for customers. The company has set many firsts and continues to innovate with its dedicated Team of lighting experts, providing a unique lighting experience to clients projects.

ZEBCO Heating is a start up which develops low cost, low carbon retrofit heating systems. ZEBCO is a pioneer in the use of catalytic heating technology in heating systems. This technology eliminates carbon emissions, reduces energy consumption and is hydrogen ready.Our mission is to accelerate the transition to a cleaner future by replacing combustion technology with oxidisation technology. We believe that the adoption of oxidisation technology to replace combustion technology is a quicker, cleaner, cheaper and safer option for the UK.The company has been supported with an Innovate grant on its journey to scaling to contribute to the net zero target, while supporting those on lower incomes heat their homes more efficiently.

Newcastle , Gb

Start-up which has been supported with an Innovate UK grant. Delivering care solutions to improve sleep & mood and to reduce falls in older adults and those living with dementia.

Taking a break with the family following share sale in Phos/Ecoled, having developed the company and repositioned it. Providing interim consulting services and exploring options for my next adventure to lead and scale up the next business.Highly varied career demonstrates an ability to adapt to changing environments and a proven success in delivering strategic leadership in different sectors.

Hatfield, Hertfordshire, Gb

Formulated business plan and established the strategy for a complete turnaround at Phos, known as EcoLED Ltd under previous title. Repositioned the business into the architectural grade specification market, moving towards serving the higher end construction industry. The business designs and part assembles light fixtures that can be finished in an array of colours. Developed and implemented a fully modular predominately UK based assembly model which enables the business to offer flexible semi-customisable energy efficient lighting solutions with an extensive selection of flawless finishes. The predominantly local supply chain provides the company with control over lead times as well as a lower carbon foot print, adding value to its clients and the environment.

Watford, Herts, Gb

Leadership role of a dynamic and fast growing UK based start-up, designing and manufacturing performance LED luminaires. Developed Orluna's modular components procurement supply chain and assembly strategy, set up the international partner network for key global markets for the accelerated expansion initiative, as well as managed corporate partnerships.

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nl

Appointed to develop newly formed Global Business Unit dedicated to maximising Philips' presence across all Divisions into the Hospitality sector. Development of sales strategy and implementation of go-to-market changes across the portfolio’s of TV + Content, Audio, Lighting, Lighting controls and Amenity solutions within the Hospitality value chain. Delivered strong revenue growth into Hospitality, more control of pipeline following move away from distribution to direct stakeholder management – franchises and asset management companies, unlocking value in operational budgets to leverage CAPEX via ROI. This was especially successful for lighting during the pioneering period of LED technology.

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nl

Led the sales force, distribution strategy, product portfolio planning, local P&L and executed commercial policy for the B2B electronics market for Philips UK.Established market sector approach within all areas of Philips PortfolioMember of the Management Team, Consumer Electronics Division

Essen , Nrw, De

Delivered exponential revenue growth of over 250% during my tenure

Essen , Nrw, De

Spotted opportunity for mass market Sat Nav in the UK whilst market was in it’s infancy through strategic plan with CEO of Halfords. This turned into a huge business for both companies at the time.

Gb

Worldwide product/component sourcingDeveloped OEM lines, increasing profitability and reduced reliance on dominant Brands

Ba Hons, International Business Studies

Politics, Economics, German