Through passion, leadership and experience I strive to inspire, support and challenge sales professionals to unleash their full potential, engage in continuous improvement and execute strategy successfully and measurably.My lifetime motto: Beat Yesterday.o 25+ years’ global experience (Europe, China, India, SEA, MENA, USA) in various building material industries;o Full fluency in 5 languages + intermediate-level Mandarin Chinese (written and spoken);o Proven track record in sales and profitability growth, business development and organisational development of international sales subsidiaries (P&L responsibility) and sales networks (distributors, reps, agents);o Deep experience of all distribution channels in building materials (wholesale, retail, installers, specifiers, DIY, OEM);o Analytical and structured approach, systematic use of KPIs, PDCA cycle, Hoshin-Kanri method, problem-solving techniques;o Go-and-see approach, ability to analyse and schematise complex situations and derive effective actions;o Strong negotiation skills at all levels, successful management of international Key Accounts;o Effective leadership based on vision / challenge / support, coaching and feedback skills, backed by continuous learning.I work in a structured and planning-oriented manner, always looking to raise the bar, with a can-do attitude and strong communication skills in diverse contexts. My drivers are positivity and enthusiasm, strive for excellence and a never-ending eagerness to learn and improve myself.I am passionate about all things China, 360° self-improvement, fitness & healthy living, photography.