Bonfire ITCo-Founder
May. 2017 - Sep. 2019London, United KingdomBonfireIT was a full-service creative development agency specialising in native mobile, web, and enterprise application development. Key Achievements and Responsibilities: Rapid Prototyping and Capital Raising: I led the rapid prototyping initiatives that secured over $10M+ USD in funding for both client projects and internal developments. Developed medical sector applications that attracted further outside investments for our clients exceeding $30M. Licensing and Compliance:
Successfully obtained gambling licenses from the Maltese Gaming Authority (MGA) and the UK Gambling Commission for a sports betting platform, navigating complex regulatory landscapes to ensure compliance. That later spun off into it's own startup from the investors that acquired Bonfire. Country Management and HR: Scaled and built teams in Poland, Kuwait, and the UK, establishing office spaces and managing operations across multiple countries. This included hiring and leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality projects. Operations and Project Management:
Managed operations, developed SOPs, and ran multiple projects and sprints in parallel using tools such as JIRA, Asana, and Monday.com, tailored to meet client requirements. Oversaw diverse client portfolios, delivering innovative solutions for high-profile clients including: The NHS, Kindred Group PLC, Commercial Bank of Kuwait, Gulfnet, and the Ministry of Internal Defense - Kuwait. Skills and Tools:
Project Management: Applied Agile methodologies to lead teams, ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget. Technical Proficiency: Utilised a wide range of development languages and platforms to deliver top-quality software solutions. Business Development: Identified market opportunities and secured funding, contributing to business growth and client success. At the end of my tenure, BonfireIT was successfully acquired by a family office, marking a significant milestone in its growth journey.