Director & COO   

20 years

A founding partner in a Design & Manufacturing business specialising in silicone, plastics & electronics.  Created to produce OEM collections for the thriving Sexual Wellness industry, from small start up’s to Global Mainstream organisations. 

I was responsible for the daily operation, orchestrating the product development, engineering and the manufacturing process with over 350 staff spanning across 4 countries. 

Forward planning the client / programme landscape to ensure lead methodologies are incorporated in the day-to-day operations, ensuring stability, growth and market leading innovation for our customers.  

·       Identifying, developing the implementation of a business strategy, in an evolving landscape where multiple changes were needed due to the fast pace industry growth.

·       Cultivating the company’s reputation in the market with customers and suppliers. Making our brand a trusted business Worldwide within the industry.

·       Creative pioneer, with responsibility for product, engineering and manufacturing operations, winning multiple awards for technology, branding and design.

·       Creator of numerous global patents & award winning technology innovations for clients within one of the fastest growing sectors since mobile phones.  

·       In charge of leading, motivating and developing the management team of 14 senior staff.

·       Building client relationships Focusing on revenue, continuous improvement and profitability growth. Growing year on year to $20m turnover with an EBITDA of $3.8m

·       In-depth understanding of delivering operational change and financial acumen.

·       Oversee expenditure across the business. Controlling budgets, implementing policies, and improving financial processes.