Manuel
CEO - Belgium - iCEO #28811

Experience

Seasoned executive with 17 years experience in general management and board presence in both IT services and (heavily R&D-reliant) software industries. Vast experience in public sector sales at national and European Institutions levels. Hands-on experience in international business development (Middle-East, UK-Ireland, France, North Africa, Latin America).

Major Achievements

1- Took over at a software company (GIS) right after it delivered a Eur 1.5m loss and delivered 5 profitable years in a row, doubling the company's revenue over the first 3 years via two successful acquisitions and strong organic growth (more focused market approach & large international sales). 2- Took over at a 200 staff/Eur 22m rev IT services company in early 2010 and contributed to bringing it to 410 staff/Eur 41m four years later.

Industry Sector Competencies

E-Commerce/Internet

Software

Systems Integration

Geospatial tech

Public Sector

Professional Objectives

Function: CEO - General Manager - VP Sales

Sector: Software, IT services

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: Yes

Operational: Yes

Availability: Full time

Prefered Locations: Europe

Additional Professional Interests

Operational coaching on demand

Non executive director assignments

Personal financial investment: 150-350K USD

Countries Covered

Australia

Belgium

Canada

Dubai

Operational Competencies

Technologies to market (Expert)

Business development (Expert)

Acquisition and shadow management (Professional)

New product or service launch (Expert)

Geographical expansion (Expert)

Company rescue or turnaround (Expert)