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London, England, United Kingdom

18 months ago, I joined a group of technology and industry experts coming together to produce world class B2C and B2B software solutions.Good things happen when technology and innovation is derived out of necessity. We at Unicom have come together to fuel communities with solutions that streamline and help communities to flourish. The outcome of this is that needs are identified, develop and delivered.Our aim is to be the world’s most trusted one stop technology hub that creates… Show more 18 months ago, I joined a group of technology and industry experts coming together to produce world class B2C and B2B software solutions.Good things happen when technology and innovation is derived out of necessity. We at Unicom have come together to fuel communities with solutions that streamline and help communities to flourish. The outcome of this is that needs are identified, develop and delivered.Our aim is to be the world’s most trusted one stop technology hub that creates e-commerce marketplaces, promote customer service, deliver convenience and connect the world through innovation. Show less

London, United Kingdom

FXP STRATEGY (Venue & Event Customer Experience Consultants) is a niche consultancy working in the sport, leisure and public sectors to shape the future of event, venue and urban experiences.The convenience of online shopping, armchair entertainment and social media make it difficult to tempt us out out of the comfort of our homes unless the experience is really excellent.We help you identify what great experiences you can offer and how to deliver them consistently, efficiently… Show more FXP STRATEGY (Venue & Event Customer Experience Consultants) is a niche consultancy working in the sport, leisure and public sectors to shape the future of event, venue and urban experiences.The convenience of online shopping, armchair entertainment and social media make it difficult to tempt us out out of the comfort of our homes unless the experience is really excellent.We help you identify what great experiences you can offer and how to deliver them consistently, efficiently and competitively. Show less

Midlands

Silverstone is the leading motor racing circuit in the world and hosts circa 50 sporting events per year including the Formula One British Grand Prix, which is the UK’s largest ticketed sporting event. Other activities include track hire, adrenalin sports, conferences and exhibitions, international automotive events, automotive sales and an engineering focussed technology park. Unlike most sporting facilities it is busy almost every day and is the only Formula One circuit in the world, which is… Show more Silverstone is the leading motor racing circuit in the world and hosts circa 50 sporting events per year including the Formula One British Grand Prix, which is the UK’s largest ticketed sporting event. Other activities include track hire, adrenalin sports, conferences and exhibitions, international automotive events, automotive sales and an engineering focussed technology park. Unlike most sporting facilities it is busy almost every day and is the only Formula One circuit in the world, which is profitable.Responsibilities:Full P&L responsibility for a £52m business. Responsible for business strategy and the management of all functions. Reporting to a non-executive board. Full time team of 130 growing to 4,000 at major events.Key achievements:- Restructured business: doubled annual turnover to £52m; led Circuit to its most profitable year; developed only Grand Prix (GP) Circuit capable of supporting itself without 3rd party subsidy.- Diversified business portfolio: successfully leveraged brand and core capabilities to create new revenue streams from ventures such as Silverstone International, ensuring the business a sustainable future.- Transformed economic impact of iconic British GP: turned event from loss to profit-making; grew attendance by 30% to make it the busiest GP in the world whilst doubling average ticket prices.- Secured future of Silverstone as home of the British GP: co-negotiated longest ever contract to host event; secured £13m funding plus loans (repaid) and 5m sq. ft., planning permission required to upgrade circuit; oversaw full design and development of new globally-acclaimed venue. Show less

Brands Hatch, Uk

Responsible for key relationships with F1, event delivery and corporate sales.Brands Hatch Circuits Limited was owned by Octagon, an Interpublic Group company, and managed five motorsport venues including Silverstone.Role objectives:- Build trust with key rights holder.- Bring Grand Prix hospitality in house and form joint venture with Allsport.- Stabilise business for sale.Key achievements:- Built key relationships with Formula One Management and… Show more Responsible for key relationships with F1, event delivery and corporate sales.Brands Hatch Circuits Limited was owned by Octagon, an Interpublic Group company, and managed five motorsport venues including Silverstone.Role objectives:- Build trust with key rights holder.- Bring Grand Prix hospitality in house and form joint venture with Allsport.- Stabilise business for sale.Key achievements:- Built key relationships with Formula One Management and Allsport Management.- Brought onsite hospitality under Silverstone control and increased sales.- Initiated stabilising strategy to sell four of the business’s five circuits. Show less

London, Uk

Responsible for scoping major event and venue management software• Shaped software from an Industry SME perspective: ultimately facilitated the software being used as choice venue management product for major events, including the recent London Olympics

London, Uk

Keith Prowse is the largest Corporate Hospitality provider in the world. Responsible for managing all hospitality operations.Role objectives:- Design, cost, price and deliver hospitality events across multiple venues and events.- Design and implement systems to process and deliver complex client requirements.Key achievements:- Successfully managed hospitality for major events such as Euro 96, Cricket World Cup, Rugby world Cup; worked at most top UK… Show more Keith Prowse is the largest Corporate Hospitality provider in the world. Responsible for managing all hospitality operations.Role objectives:- Design, cost, price and deliver hospitality events across multiple venues and events.- Design and implement systems to process and deliver complex client requirements.Key achievements:- Successfully managed hospitality for major events such as Euro 96, Cricket World Cup, Rugby world Cup; worked at most top UK venues.- Trained staff and implemented systems to cope with core business and international events enabling delivery of multiple events simultaneously. Show less

Loughborough, Uk

Responsible for sales and delivery of temporary structures and infrastructure at major events.Owen Brown is a major temporary structure supplier to large sporting events, exhibitions, shows etc.Key objectives:- Introduce and establish temporary structures to the UK from the established German market- Design and implement major event infrastructure.Key achievements:- Managed key contracts such as Open Golf, Chelsea Flower Show and Ryder Cup Golf.-… Show more Responsible for sales and delivery of temporary structures and infrastructure at major events.Owen Brown is a major temporary structure supplier to large sporting events, exhibitions, shows etc.Key objectives:- Introduce and establish temporary structures to the UK from the established German market- Design and implement major event infrastructure.Key achievements:- Managed key contracts such as Open Golf, Chelsea Flower Show and Ryder Cup Golf.- Identified opportunities and designed specialist structures for a developing market including the first modular blackout structures for launching new car models on location. Show less

Cornwall, Uk

Hotel manager for a group of West Country hotels specialising in packaged holidays.