Sébastien Desmet Email & Phone Number

Brussels Metropolitan Area

UITP (Union Internationale des Transports Publics) is the International Association of Public Transport and a passionate champion of sustainable urban mobility. Established in 1885, with more than 135 years of history, it is the only worldwide network to bring together all public transport stakeholders and all sustainable transport modes.UITP is leading a revolution towards more liveable cities and a more equitable society by promoting modern, efficient, and sustainable public transport… Show more UITP (Union Internationale des Transports Publics) is the International Association of Public Transport and a passionate champion of sustainable urban mobility. Established in 1885, with more than 135 years of history, it is the only worldwide network to bring together all public transport stakeholders and all sustainable transport modes.UITP is leading a revolution towards more liveable cities and a more equitable society by promoting modern, efficient, and sustainable public transport around the world. Show less

Sydney, Australia

Our Mission at The Entourage is to empower entrepreneurs by giving them everything they need to buildgreat companies and make their mark on the world. Why great companies? Because great companies solve big problems, employ great people, and create a fulfilling life for the entrepreneur and the team that make up the company. Why make a mark on the world? Because everyone deserves to leave a legacy, to improve the lives of the customers they serve, and to leave the world a better place than… Show more Our Mission at The Entourage is to empower entrepreneurs by giving them everything they need to buildgreat companies and make their mark on the world. Why great companies? Because great companies solve big problems, employ great people, and create a fulfilling life for the entrepreneur and the team that make up the company. Why make a mark on the world? Because everyone deserves to leave a legacy, to improve the lives of the customers they serve, and to leave the world a better place than it was beforehand.My Mission as a Senior Success Coach at the Entourage is to play a vital role in ensuring our members stay engaged with, and get the most out of, their Entourage training program.I believe that people and therefore entrepreneurs inherently have the capability to do great things, for themselves, their company and the community. Show less

Sydney, Australia

Everyone remembers a great story. People may forget what was said and done, but will remember how you made them feel. It’s why we like to buy from brands we trust.The best way to engage people’s emotions is through storytelling. At GDR Group, it’s something we’ve learned in over 35 years as a local area marketing agency.Behind every street number are families, relationships, careers, lifestyles, spending habits, tastes and desires. By building grassroots connections in local… Show more Everyone remembers a great story. People may forget what was said and done, but will remember how you made them feel. It’s why we like to buy from brands we trust.The best way to engage people’s emotions is through storytelling. At GDR Group, it’s something we’ve learned in over 35 years as a local area marketing agency.Behind every street number are families, relationships, careers, lifestyles, spending habits, tastes and desires. By building grassroots connections in local communities, we’ve learned how to help business’s effectively communicate with their target audiences.We’ve also learned that above all, even in our modern global, digital world, people still value connecting with real people in their local area. If there’s one thing people trust more than brands, it’s other people.So, let us help you really connect with local customers today by combining a passionate story about your brand with our local area marketing know-how.We provide affordable, best-in-class marketing and digital marketing services for small to medium businesses in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and all other areas of Australia.Our tailor-made marketing solutions cover:Marketing StrategyWebsite Design & Digital MarketingSocial Media MarketingSearch Engine Optimisation Paid SearchVideo ProductionPrint & Letterbox DistributionGraphic Design Show less

Vlaams-Brabant

Roularta Media Group (RMG) is a Belgian multimedia group, market leader in the field of radio and television, magazines and local media and internet marketing solutions under the name Roularta Digital. RMG employs more than 2,000 and generates combined revenues of 500 million euro. Within the Roularta Digital department I reported to the Area Manager and I supported 6 account managers for their sales of digital marketing solutions. ResponsibilitiesBusiness development and client… Show more Roularta Media Group (RMG) is a Belgian multimedia group, market leader in the field of radio and television, magazines and local media and internet marketing solutions under the name Roularta Digital. RMG employs more than 2,000 and generates combined revenues of 500 million euro. Within the Roularta Digital department I reported to the Area Manager and I supported 6 account managers for their sales of digital marketing solutions. ResponsibilitiesBusiness development and client retention managementEnsure a healthy pipeline through prospection of new clients on a continuous basisDevelop online strategies for SME’sManaging 6 account managers, setting SMART goals to reach periodic targets for their online portfolio, and monitor progress Coach team in solution sellingLaunch new e-commerce platform for SME’s: “Storesquare” ACHIEVEMENTSBuild a portfolio of 800 SME clients worth €600.000 in revenue for Roularta DigitalOvershot targets in 2016, and for each individual semester & quarter in 2017 Organised 3 mayor client events in collaboration with Google Belgium Was invited as a key note speaker for 5 seminarsWon a public tender to ensure a 10000 app downloads in 6 monthsINCREASED proportion of online sales to 20-80 Show less

Belgium

SocialCom, a start-up created in 2013, is specialized in communication on social networks for small and medium sized enterprises. SocialCom has a headcount between 10 and 20 employees. As Sales Manager I was responsible for the development of the Flemish part of Belgium. I reported directly to the CEO and 4 marketing advisors reported to me. I got promoted with an increase of managerial and strategical responsibilities. ResponsibilitiesProfessionalize the sales organization, by… Show more SocialCom, a start-up created in 2013, is specialized in communication on social networks for small and medium sized enterprises. SocialCom has a headcount between 10 and 20 employees. As Sales Manager I was responsible for the development of the Flemish part of Belgium. I reported directly to the CEO and 4 marketing advisors reported to me. I got promoted with an increase of managerial and strategical responsibilities. ResponsibilitiesProfessionalize the sales organization, by implementing and standardizing sales and management processesBuild a strong base of new clients Manage/Coach/Inspire young sales repsGive high impact sales presentationsRecruit new Sales reps. ACHIEVEMENTSGrowth in terms of revenue per representative. Implemented a Sales and Management Procedure. Organized the Sales Academy (eg. video tutorials, role-playing, closing techniques) Show less

Belgium

SocialCom, a start-up created in 2013, is specialized in communication on social networks for small and medium sized enterprises. SocialCom has a headcount between 10 and 20 employees. As a marketing advisor I reported to the Sales Manager. Promotion to Sales Director after 4 months. ACHIEVEMENTSTop performer for 4 consecutive monthsBuild new client portfolio (average $10,800 revenue per week)Write 3 chapters of the Sales Guide: Handbook for junior sales… Show more SocialCom, a start-up created in 2013, is specialized in communication on social networks for small and medium sized enterprises. SocialCom has a headcount between 10 and 20 employees. As a marketing advisor I reported to the Sales Manager. Promotion to Sales Director after 4 months. ACHIEVEMENTSTop performer for 4 consecutive monthsBuild new client portfolio (average $10,800 revenue per week)Write 3 chapters of the Sales Guide: Handbook for junior sales repsPromotion to Sales Manager after 4 months. Responsibilities Identify new business opportunities through market research (new product launch)Build strong relationships with new and existing clientsDon’t forget the fun factor.Develop a consultative approach in presentations and meetings Show less

Brussels Area, Belgium

Randstad specializes in solutions in the field of flexible work and human resources services. Randstad is Belgium’s biggest private employer. Every week, the company provides work for more than 30,000 people. Randstad is the market leader in temporary employment and outplacement. As a Consultant I was the first in line to have contact with clients and candidates. In this position I reported to our Branch manager. Being perfectly bilingual I was offered a position at HQ to put in place the SLA’s… Show more Randstad specializes in solutions in the field of flexible work and human resources services. Randstad is Belgium’s biggest private employer. Every week, the company provides work for more than 30,000 people. Randstad is the market leader in temporary employment and outplacement. As a Consultant I was the first in line to have contact with clients and candidates. In this position I reported to our Branch manager. Being perfectly bilingual I was offered a position at HQ to put in place the SLA’s for national accounts. A project for 6 months.ResponsibilitiesMake the Unit grow in terms of filled positions for temporary workers. Renew temp workers contracts every week. Send out resumes of candidates based on thorough screening. Negotiate best rates for Randstad’s services. Secure all administrative follow up. ACHIEVEMENTSGrow revenue on existing client accounts. Negotiate to assure Temp workers had equal possibilities as fixed employees. (training, schedule, etc) Show less

Brussels Area, Belgium

As the largest bank in Belgium, BNP supports more than 3.6 million customers: private individuals, families, youth, self-employed, professionals and entrepreneurs. The bank helps them manage their finances and guides their projects. I asked for an internship in the context of writing my thesis.ResponsibilitiesInterview senior leadership membersSupport the department in organizing events and producing contentACHIEVEMENTSHelp organize an event for visitors to the… Show more As the largest bank in Belgium, BNP supports more than 3.6 million customers: private individuals, families, youth, self-employed, professionals and entrepreneurs. The bank helps them manage their finances and guides their projects. I asked for an internship in the context of writing my thesis.ResponsibilitiesInterview senior leadership membersSupport the department in organizing events and producing contentACHIEVEMENTSHelp organize an event for visitors to the new construction site open to public. Show less

Master Of Science (M.S.), Business/Corporate Communications

Certified Organisational Coach (Level Two), Organisational Coaching, Pass (Pass/Fail Only)

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Communication, General