Australia Based - Global ReachProviding management accounting services on the Sage One platform.

I was a co-founder and director of Wagi and Tau (Pty) Ltd which is an innovative beverage manufacturer that developed Tau Energy Drink. A unique product that offers a premium energy drink in an affordable, easy to transport and convenient package.I oversaw the buy-out of Sequel Internationals manufacturing facility by Wagi and Tau and the transfer of all assets and liabilities. I was heavily involved in the development of a new to market energy drink brand called Tau Energy Drink. I was instrumental in the creation of the brand and the formulation of the product.I oversaw the growth of the product by ensuring distribution in close to 2000 independent retail outlets and cultivating an online presence.I negotiated and oversaw development, compliance and export of the product to multiple international markets in Europe, Africa and Australia.

I rejoined Sequel International as the company was embarking on a new growth phase.Responsibilities included:• Overseeing the negotiation with a key customers for the development of a contract packing agreement.• Was responsible for the set-up of a manufacturing plant specializing in the manufacture of powdered beverages. • Was key in sourcing premises, staff, machinery and equipment for the expansion.• Was responsible in obtaining the necessary governmental certifications for establishing a food manufacturing facility.• Was key in the development of a Food Safety Management System at the company.• Oversaw all day-to-day operations of the company.• Designed strategy and set goals for growth.• Maintained budgets and optimize expenses.• Set policies and procedures.• Ensured employees work productively and developed professionally.• Oversaw recruitment and training of new employees. • Evaluated and improved operations and financial performance.• Prepared regular reports for upper management. • Ensured staff followed health and safety regulations.

I joined a Flic Design a company specializing in the supply of Digital Animation and Motion Graphics servicing the advertising industry. I implemented and maintained a management software system to improve costing, quoting and allocation of work schedules to make the company more efficient. I was responsible for updating the company’s financial management software to an improved model. In addition I oversaw the financial health of an organization and help ensure its continued viability. I supervised important functions, such as monitoring cash flow, determining profitability, managing expenses and producing accurate financial information.In addition:• Managed and maintained HR and payroll software.• Management of company credit.• Dealing with organizational compliance with tax authorities.• Oversaw the expansion of the business with the acquisition of a sound studio in 2015.• Presentation of financial information to shareholders

Marketing Manager at B-Tell (Pty) Ltd. B-Tell was a pioneering Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) provider that focused on delivering innovative telecommunication solutions to end users from home user to corporate.My role at the company was to demonstrate the product to key resellers of the product range. As marketing manager my job was to position a new to market product offering to end users highlighting the immense benefits that VOIP can offer consumers. I dealt extensively with call centers and sim gateway users.• Development of marketing plans and actions on how to approach the market• Was responsible for the introduction of the product to various customer bases from large corporate entities, medium size enterprises and small business.• Demonstrations and presentation or the product and service to interested parties.• Responsible for the on-boarding of new clients and the signing of service level agreements.• Management of key accounts and ensuring service level agreements being fulfilled.

Operations and logistics for Sequel International which was start-up that established two production facilities one being in Lagos, Nigeria and the other in Oran, Algeria. My key roles were to assist with the establishment of the operational blueprint including resourcing, procurement, supply, cost base management and legislation/ regulation

• Worked as a sales representative for a clothing agency that handled several international brands in the surf wear lifestyle space and their own in-house corporate branding services.• Liaising with and demonstrating new lines to buyers in large retail fashion chains and independent retail leading to sales orders.• Calling on stores to ensure products are successfully merchandised and interacting with retails staff on product knowledge.• Product training with retail staff on new line items.• Management of stock levels in store and handling of any additional orders or product returns.• Developing sales leads for corporate clothing and gifting

Ramp Agent for British Airways• Worked in numerous positions within the ground crew from check in agent, passenger assistance and ramp control officer with key roles:• Ensuring all key data recorded on incoming flight at arrival.• Organization and supervision of key services provided to aircraft after passenger disembarkation including catering, fueling, cleaning, baggage handling and airline staff arrival.• Ensuring all operations are being attended to in short time frame.• Ensuring aircraft is ready and suitable for departure at specified times.• Ensuring all key data reported back to trim office prior to departure.

Assistant Manager at Squires Loft Restaurant Boksburg• Worked in numerous positions within the restaurant starting as a waitron and then a bartender before being promoted to assistant manager with key roles:• Front of house duties.• Rostering and organization of waitrons.• Stock control of bar area and meat rooms.• Daily cash up and reconciliation of days trading.• Liaising with suppliers of services and products