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Highly experienced business strategist with extensive knowledge and experience in operations, revenue growth, B2B & B2C digital marketing, tech start-ups and commercial management. Former CEO, Board Director and Digital Agency Director with senior executive responsibility for strategy, operations, marketing, business development, client services, commercial and finance with extensive background in branding, online platforms, digital marketing and data analytics. Founded three tech start-ups leading operations, business planning, product development and marketing, project management and responsible for securing strategic partnerships, contract negotiation and investment pitches.Strong strategic, commercial and communication skills with proven experience growing client revenue and retention, building senior executive relationships, leading cross-functional teams and achieving performance objectives and financial targets for clients.Proven capability in optimising ROI and maximising existing revenue streams, identifying new commercial opportunities, improving efficiency of operations and managing blue-chip client relationships. Financially literate and accomplished in budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting.Specialities:> Marketing strategy and planning> Growth marketing and AI> Digital marketing, tracking & analysis> Revenue generation and ROI> Driving awareness and engagement> Brand consistency and value> Website functionality and optimisation> Communication and relationship building> Operations, automation & efficiency of processes> Budgeting, forecasting & reporting> Project and time management> Team leadership and organisation

Listed skills include Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Account Management, Print Management, and 31 others.

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  Innovation Relationship Manager

  West Yorkshire Combined Authority

  Nov 2023 - Present - Leeds, England, United Kingdom

  Identifying growth businesses across West Yorkshire and supporting them to innovate, boost productivity, create employment and provide access to finance.