General Manager, Drilling Services, Emea
Head of International Drilling Services division of Boart Longyear, providing drilling expertise, products and people to the global mining industry. Specializing in minerals and energy, geographic span includes Africa, Russia & CIS, Europe, Middle East .• Integrated disjointed business into one highly profitable region• Grew EMEA business from $37 million in 2007 to $300 million in 4 years• Exceeded business plan by $65 million and delivered highest contribution margin in company• Expanded business from 5 countries in 2007 to 22 legally registered entities today in EMEA• Directed all activities and 2000+ employees at market peak in Europe, Middle East, Africa, Russia and Central Asia• Build and lead highly capable team of international executives in 16 countries• Develop and maintain personal relationships with key mining clients both globally and locally• Set up EMEA HQ in Geneva, Switzerland in 2009 (did not exist prior) and hired 70 employees• Drive safety culture and operational excellence throughout EMEA region, particularly Africa • Demand compliance in all areas of operation with relation to local law, FCPA and UK Bribery Act• Manage succession planning for sustainable growth• Collaborate with local community organisations to develop strong and open relationships