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ITARMIChief Operating Officer
Mar. 2021 - May. 2024London, England, United KingdomITARMI connects businesses and freelance IT professionals, guiding the IT-Managed Service process from end-to-end through the use of its proprietary platform. - Directed sales, operations, compliance, and partner commercial agreements, expanding services to 167+ countries.
- Achieved 150% customer base growth, 38% CAGR, 91% revenue increase, 75% margin increase, and 47% staff increase. - Secured participation in Series A and led Series B capital raises, successfully raising £2 million.
- Formulated and executed short, medium, and long-term strategies, driving business growth and operational efficiency. - Implemented proprietary platform, CRM, and HR systems. - Generated monthly reports and presentations for board and business reviews, facilitating informed decision-making and strategic planning.
- Mentored and developed a team of 20, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
Audio MilitiaNon Executive Board Member
Sep. 2020 - Sep. 2021South AfricaAudio Militia specialises in award-winning original composition, comprehensive music strategies for brands, sound design & final mix, music search, syncing, rights clearance and all relevant legal aspects. - Advisory role to executive leadership team for Africa's leading independent post-production audio solutions agency. Facilitated a cash-for-equity transaction.
- Advised on risk management and negotiation for competitor acquisition strategy.
- Consulted on company strategy.
ITARMINon Executive Board Member
Jan. 2019 - Jan. 2021London, United Kingdom- Advisory role to executive leadership team.
- Consulted on platform development, pricing development, risk management, private equity raise and company strategy.
AlphaWealthWealth Management
Apr. 2018 - Dec. 2020Johannesburg Area, South AfricaAlphaWealth is one of South Africa's largest boutique, independent wealth advisory firms with Assets Under Management (AUM) of $1 billion. - Expanded and oversaw a portfolio of 140 clients, with assets under management exceeding R250 million, strategically investing across offshore, traditional, and alternative assets.
- Recognised as a nominee for the "Alpha Anchor" award, embodying dedication and teamwork aligned with the company's values.
- Orchestrated new business development and client acquisition initiatives and managed portfolio risk effectively.
- Led media efforts, featuring on CNBCA, SABC, and Business Day, reaching over 100 countries with over 120,000 viewers.
IG South AfricaPremium Client Manager
Jan. 2014 - Mar. 2018Johannesburg Area, South AfricaIG is the worlds global leader in online platform investment and trading services, offering access to financial markets for retail and institutional clients through market leading desktop and mobile applications. - Drove key customer/partner recruitment, relations, and management, Representing the group as Africa's contact point. - Oversaw 40% of customer generated revenue.
- Helped achieve a 32% rolling compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the business over 4 years, tripling it from 60 million to 180 million revenue.
- Initiated new business development, customer relationship management, and market analysis for high net-worth clients. - Pioneered the sales process and engagement structure employed by IG Group globally across 15 offices.
- Invited to spearhead and grow new sales office in Sydney, AU. - Headed media efforts, featuring on CNBCA, SABC, and Business Day, reaching over 100 countries with over 120,000 viewers.
Discovery LifeWealth Management
Jul. 2013 - Jan. 2014Durban Area, South Africa- Delivered strategic financial advisory and portfolio management for private clients.
Purple CapitalNew Business Development
Jan. 2010 - Nov. 2012South Africa- Championed new business development and sales initiatives for stock broking, derivatives, and asset management.
Liberty LifeFinancial Planner
Jul. 2009 - Jan. 2010Durban
SpoorTech LtdSelf Employed
Jan. 2006 - May. 2009London, United Kingdom
Galliard HomesAssistant Site Manager
Aug. 2004 - Jan. 2006London, United Kingdom
InsightNew Business Development
Apr. 2003 - Mar. 2004London, United Kingdom
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