Passionate about driving innovation in the automotive industry through connected car data and smart mobility solutions. With a focus on fostering meaningful partnerships, I collaborate with automotive partners globally to unlock the potential of connected vehicle technology. Let's drive the future of transportation together!

Driven and obsessed about catalysing business growth, I am the founder of SJL GrowthTech, a consultancy specialising in technology, future tech, and digital businesses. With a proven track record of generating multimillion-dollar revenues and a passion for strategic partnerships and innovation, my mission is to empower companies to thrive in the ever-evolving landscape of the digital age.

As the leader of our corporate development function, I am responsible for driving global business growth and expansion strategies. Reporting directly to the CEO, I play a pivotal role in advising on all aspects of our organisation, spanning commercial initiatives, product development, marketing, sales, operations, fundraising, and communication with the board and chairman. My role extends beyond traditional boundaries; I guide our innovation lab, where we explore horizon 3 R&D endeavors both within and beyond our sector, pushing the boundaries of innovation. Managing a panel of strategic investment and commercial contract partners, I oversee relationships worth millions of dollars to our business. I am actively involved in facilitating strategic decision-making for the CEO, and collaborating closely with the board and chairman to ensure our strategic vision becomes a reality.

During my tenure as SVP of Sales and Partnerships at Wejo, I embarked on an exciting journey, taking an idea with zero revenue and steering it towards multi-million-dollar growth. I was deeply involved in every aspect, rolling up my sleeves and getting hands-on to set the flywheel in motion.I had the privilege of building the sales and partnership functions from the ground up, spanning various industry verticals and establishing both enterprise and channel teams. This expansion took us beyond borders, as we set up regional teams and established a presence across the EU, US, and Japan.In addition to shaping the organisation's structure, I was dedicated to attracting and nurturing a high-performing team. Some accomplishments during this remarkable journey include:➙ ➙ Expanding our automotive partnerships from zero to an impressive count of 27 by executing a robust product, partnerships, and go-to-market strategy.➙ Achieving a fourfold increase in annual sales and gross revenue, starting from zero revenue and progressing to $3 million in the very first year of established trading.➙ Driving the data business from scratch to a monumental 20.1 trillion data points across 20 million vehicles in just one year, with a staggering $60 billion total addressable market.➙Overseeing a diverse team of 78 members and actively contributing to their growth and motivation.➙ Driving a 30% increase in social media engagement and a remarkable 50% reduction in Google/SEM spend through strategic initiatives.➙ Securing multimillion-dollar contracts with industry giants ➙ Elevating monthly recurring revenue from and boosting cross-salesThis journey was marked by innovation, collaboration, and relentless dedication to growth. It's a testament to the remarkable capabilities of a passionate team and the limitless potential of a vision turned into reality.

The wejo vision is to enable car manufacturers, insurers and service providers to deliver an enriched driving experience that creates loyalty and unlocks the value in vehicle data.We’re at the forefront of the connected car revolution, innovating with global brands to reimagine the consumer experience and create brilliant and actionable insights.

Thrilled to be collaborating as a Consultant with CAFU, a disruptor in the on demand services landscape with a bold mission for convenience in motion. My focus is on orchestrating seamless vehicle connectivity strategies that enhance user experience, streamline operations, and foster growth. Together, we're shaping CAFU's journey towards becoming a transformative SaaS solution, unlocking an ecosystem of on-demand services. #Connectivity #Innovation #SmartMobility #Ondemand