Tony Burns Email & Phone Number

Cirencester, England, United Kingdom

Global Action deliver a unique global learning programme underpinned by international development expertise and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO) networks in all our destinations. We provide long-term sustainable support to experienced and dynamic local NGOs and charities, who have a clear understanding of the challenges and needs of vulnerable, marginalised communities that our teams will visit. Our students participate in activities and programmes that are part of on-going, long-term conservation programmes and poverty reduction strategies. We believe that local communities (not us!) should always be their own ‘drivers of change’. Our transformative learning activities for global citizens challenge assumptions and build knowledge around poverty alleviation, conservation and social justice issues. We strive to help further create today, the globally aware and active young citizens of tomorrow!

Buckinghamshire, England, United Kingdom

Life changing school expeditions individually crafted by specialists.

High Wycombe, Uk

High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

Responsible for the research and set-up of World Challenge's newest international business in South Africa. Working with independent and Former Government Model C schools, Tony has built up a new client base of 30 schools in 2 years. Development of strategic sales plans to ensure ongoing growth of South African and European markets. Establishing new business relationships within International Education sectors in both regions as well as maintenance of existing client relationships to ensure maximum sales retention. A regular contributor and presenter at international educational conferences.

High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

Responsible for strategic consultation on the further growth and entry into new overseas markets including Canada and South-East Asia. Product development to enhance market positioning was a key feature of this role.

High Wycombe, Buckinhamshire

Responsible for the set-up and growth of new business into the international schools market throughout Europe & the Middle East. Regular presenter at international educational conferences. Experience of working in the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar and Kuwait alongside mainland Europe.

London, United Kingdom

Responsible for UK sales strategy, reporting to the Board and delivering on growth of sales targets and margin enhancement. Leading a team of 10+ regionally based, overseeing a 60% growth in turnover during the 2 year period and a 5% margin increase through improved pricing and cost management.

London, United Kingdom

Managed a team of 7 regional sales staff to aggressively drive forward expansion within the UK to maintain the company's position as the largest provider of schools-based expeditions. Reporting to the UK Sales Director and advising on board proposals for long term sales strategy.

London, United Kingdom

Responsible for sales and marketing strategy to maximise growth of the Gap Challenge brand in the competitive Gap Year market. Sales planning and effective team management resulted in a doubling of the business to £1.1M in this period.

Northumberland

Tony was responsible for driving the sales & marketing strategy and business growth at this independent outdoor clothing manufacturer. Securing several new accounts at major outdoor retailers and ensuring that Montane was positioned to become a global outdoor activity clothing brand.

Manchester, United Kingdom

Tony worked through the banking system as part of the Management Development programme. He was responsible for managing personal and corporate lending, assessing company loan applications to £500k and overseeing a customer service team.