A results-driven sales and business development professional with 13+ years of experience driving revenue growth, securing high-value contracts, and optimizing travel solutions for global corporations and government entities. Skilled in strategic sales planning, account management, and relationship building, consistently uncovering opportunities and closing deals efficiently, seeking an opportunity in South Africa.
Recognized for innovative sales strategies, data-driven decision-making, and a strong ability to maximize profitability. Passionate about leveraging technology, automation, and strategic partnerships to transform travel management and enhance client value.
Duluth Travel, Inc. – United States (Based in South Africa) Global Sales Director | 2022 – 2025
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Spearheaded business acquisition efforts by identifying, targeting, and securing government and corporate contracts.
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Strategically seek and capitalize on bid opportunities, ensuring competitive advantage and maximum revenue potential.
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Lead and develop high-value RFPs, ensuring compliance and compelling storytelling that aligns with client needs.
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Conduct high-impact presentations and meetings with clients to drive revenue growth and business expansion.
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Mentor and manage a team of Business Development Managers, fostering a performance-driven culture.
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Align departmental sales strategies with corporate goals, ensuring sustainable revenue growth.
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Oversee seamless onboarding and integration for new clients, guaranteeing successful transitions.
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Continuously assess market trends and competitive landscapes to refine sales approaches.
Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, technology, finance, and marketing teams to optimize service delivery.
Travelport International ( South Africa)
Specialized Sales Business Development Manager
Apr-2018 – Mar2022
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Responsible for increasing transactions and revenue of customers through our SaaS solutions. Profit increased in over USD250k in additional revenue p.a.
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Through data analytics and business reMore...
Niki Jones
Corporate Meeting Planner@Frosch Touristik International
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Executive Summary:
Frosch Touristik International has seen significant growth in the past year, which has led to an increased need for corporate meetings and events. Niki Jones, as the Corporate Meeting Planner, has been instrumental in this process. She has successfully planned and executed numerous meetings and events, ensuring they are aligned with the company's goals and objectives. Niki's expertise in budget planning, venue selection, and event coordination has greatly contributed to the success of these corporate meetings. Her ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards is commendable. Moving forward, Niki's role will continue to be crucial in maintaining the company's momentum and in fostering relationships with partners and clients through well-organized and impactful corporate meetings and events.More...
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As a Data Engineer Consultant, I have successfully contributed to multiple data engineering projects, streamlining data processing and improving system efficiency through Modern Data Platforms. I have developed and implemented advanced data models that significantly increased data accuracy and reliability. Furthermore, I have provided expert consulting services to numerous clients, helping them to optimize their data infrastructure and analytics capabilities. I have also been instrumental in mentoring junior data engineers, contributing to their professional growth and development. My skill set includes data engineering within Azure Databricks, Azure Data Factory, ADLS Gen 2, Blob Storage, Synapse, Snowflake, Amazon Redshift, Amazon Glue, S3, and many other technologies. My languages include SQL, T-SQL, Python, PySpark and minimal Scala.More...