• Promoted from Director of Sales & Marketing to Managing Director within 3 months• Expanded product.• Developed business and sales plan.• Optimizing well-being, managing relationships with customers and suppliers,• Implemented cost reductions.

Kenya stands as the third-largest global exporter of cut flowers. Within Kenya's thriving flower industry, DFG Africa holds the top position as the largest consolidator and exporter, overseeing approximately 13% of export of Kenya's total flower production. Situated at the epicenter of East Africa's flower cultivation, DFG Africa extends a compelling value proposition to our esteemed clients.• Build and lead a team to achieving ownership and creating efficiencies that reduce employee… Show more Kenya stands as the third-largest global exporter of cut flowers. Within Kenya's thriving flower industry, DFG Africa holds the top position as the largest consolidator and exporter, overseeing approximately 13% of export of Kenya's total flower production. Situated at the epicenter of East Africa's flower cultivation, DFG Africa extends a compelling value proposition to our esteemed clients.• Build and lead a team to achieving ownership and creating efficiencies that reduce employee turnover with 20%.• Achieved a remarkable >300% increase in sales over the past 6 years.• Maintained an 88% employee satisfaction rate by implementing an "open door policy", employee wellness initiatives, and corporate policies.• Drove growth and profitability through effective financial management resulting in a 10% increase in profitability.• Led long term contract negotiations and initiated strategic plans to advice the board of Directors in company acquisitions.• Developed and executed the company's strategic plan for Africa;• Led efforts to become the market leader in “flowers by sea”, exporting many sea freight containers from Kenya to Europe. • Developed a compelling business case, fostering collaboration among stakeholders and persuading them to endorse our plans. Additionally, launched a new company in Kenya. Show less

• Dutch Flower Foundation (DFF) aims to promote the living situation and the well-being of people in need and in particular children• Pro-actively searching for charity projects and involving partners (suppliers and clients) to participate with funds.

• Oversaw a client portfolio generating annual revenue exceeding €200 million. • Developed and executed the company's strategic sales plan.• Managed key stakeholder relationships, resulting in a high customer satisfaction rate and sales increment.• Assumed responsibility for risk management and compliance activities, ensuring the company's adherence to regulatory requirements.• Led negotiations with suppliers and other stakeholders, consistently achieving mutually… Show more • Oversaw a client portfolio generating annual revenue exceeding €200 million. • Developed and executed the company's strategic sales plan.• Managed key stakeholder relationships, resulting in a high customer satisfaction rate and sales increment.• Assumed responsibility for risk management and compliance activities, ensuring the company's adherence to regulatory requirements.• Led negotiations with suppliers and other stakeholders, consistently achieving mutually beneficial outcomes and cost savings.• Drove process improvement and optimization initiatives to enhance operational efficiencies and driving significant cost reductions. Show less

• Managed the daily auction process and led the sales team.• Annual sales turnover of €350 million and daily 40k transactions • Successfully implemented an additional (7th) auction clock and a virtual auction.

• Effectively managed large operational teams within a logistic environment.• Consistently achieved annual improvements in KPIs related to operational efficiency.

• Global tour programs with a band and aiming for an excellent performance every concert we played (approx. 250 annually) • Public speaking, entertaining.

 Buying cut flowers at the FloraHolland Auction. Exporting cut flowers from The Netherlands to Denmark Buying turnover €3,5 million.