Having been involved for most of my career in the OEM automotive world, I became very interested in the dramatically changing consumer behaviour in mobility. And in particular, the move away from vehicle ownership to vehicle usership.Vehicle subscription is a fast growing segment of the automotive industry and I am delighted to be a co founder and Chairman of Drive Fuze. We are unique because we are a full end to end solution, operating our own fleet of vehicles available on… Show more Having been involved for most of my career in the OEM automotive world, I became very interested in the dramatically changing consumer behaviour in mobility. And in particular, the move away from vehicle ownership to vehicle usership.Vehicle subscription is a fast growing segment of the automotive industry and I am delighted to be a co founder and Chairman of Drive Fuze. We are unique because we are a full end to end solution, operating our own fleet of vehicles available on subscription, as well as offering a technology solution for those who want to offer a subscription service.Take a few minutes to look at our website - www.drivefuze.com or watch one of our videos. Show less

Oversaw governance, process review and partnership building. Improved the bank’s strategic, operational and organisational abilities which ultimately led us to be nominated by Moneyfacts and Savings Champion as “Best New Online Provider 2017”.Established a new pan-European business centre, achieved significant sales efficiencies across twelve international markets and refined cost-to-market processes to make the bank more competitive.As Chairman (2013 – 2015), led a strong… Show more Oversaw governance, process review and partnership building. Improved the bank’s strategic, operational and organisational abilities which ultimately led us to be nominated by Moneyfacts and Savings Champion as “Best New Online Provider 2017”.Established a new pan-European business centre, achieved significant sales efficiencies across twelve international markets and refined cost-to-market processes to make the bank more competitive.As Chairman (2013 – 2015), led a strong, fully-functioning board with empowered independent NEDs who felt able to engage and challenge the executive team.Ultimately, the company exceeded its profit plan and all key metrics during these five years, with vastly improved profitability and heightened shareholder returns.Governance | Board Effectiveness | Non-Executive Directors | Shareholder Management | Stakeholder Engagement | International Negotiation | Sales and Marketing | Award-Winning | Process Improvement | Organisational Development | Financial Services | Growth | Chairperson | Efficiency | Operations Show less

Reinvigorated a disparate European sales division. Led the transformation of this operation into a consistent, cohesive, centrally-directed operation. This saw a huge improvement in performance, doubling penetration levels in Europe.Based on the strength of my executive contributions, I was enlisted as a Board Member for FORSO and forged a strong, joint-venture with a French bank in the Nordic region. Grew this business in a profitable and sustainable manner.Leadership | Board… Show more Reinvigorated a disparate European sales division. Led the transformation of this operation into a consistent, cohesive, centrally-directed operation. This saw a huge improvement in performance, doubling penetration levels in Europe.Based on the strength of my executive contributions, I was enlisted as a Board Member for FORSO and forged a strong, joint-venture with a French bank in the Nordic region. Grew this business in a profitable and sustainable manner.Leadership | Board Advisor | Performance Coaching | Profitable Growth | International | Cross-Border | Cross-Cultural | Financial Services | Independent Scrutiny | Industry Expert | Advice and Guidance Show less

Rebuilt the relationship between Ford and its dealers. Specifically requested to address significant dealer lending risk issues, which the Board felt had not been shared with them in a transparent manner. Swiftly interviewed every manager and discovered inappropriate reporting of significant potential dealer losses. Led the development of individual rescue plans and, where necessary, exit plans.Introduced a new trade cycle product, the first in the market, which transformed the retail… Show more Rebuilt the relationship between Ford and its dealers. Specifically requested to address significant dealer lending risk issues, which the Board felt had not been shared with them in a transparent manner. Swiftly interviewed every manager and discovered inappropriate reporting of significant potential dealer losses. Led the development of individual rescue plans and, where necessary, exit plans.Introduced a new trade cycle product, the first in the market, which transformed the retail volumes of both Ford and FordBank. Show less

Cemented relationships with partners, crafting a strong relationship across dealer networks and building support and engagement. Regrew a profitable business, implementing an extensive culture change in the bank and tackling prominent discriminatory issues in underwriting, reemphasising the value of an ethical process.Acted as the Managing Director of FCSA between 1996 and 1997 in South Africa; took over, grew and developed a 2-year-old business.