A resourceful, proactive and results-oriented professional with over 18 years of sales and management experience within the leisure and fitness industry. A high-achiever, creates effective marketing and sales strategies to maximise memberships and business growth and is skilled in all aspects of the pre-sale and opening of new clubs. Articulate, with strong interpersonal abilities, is adept in recruiting, developing and motivating teams and individuals to realise their potential, exceed organisational objectives and progress through the company. Demonstrates record breaking and award winning achievements across multiple sites, performing with enthusiasm in a highly competitive environment, to deliver exceptional results. I have a BA (hons) degree in International Tourism Management and an in-depth understanding of the leisure industry. I also hold train the trainer and A1 assessor certification.In addition I an approachable manager, accomplished in training, developing and motivating teams to drive business growth and provide the highest standards of customer focus. I am also adept at project managing the marketing and launch of new clubs.