Tim
CEO - South Africa - iCEO #51220

Experience

Founder & CEO of advanced water technology process for use in the food processing and bottling & brewing industry to replace use of conventional chemicals in cleaning and disinfection. Founder and CFO of listed Electronics Business in South Africa with customers being major auto manufacturers

Major Achievements

Transformed the performance of an international cosmetics company increasing sales to over £140m, cash flow by £12m and driving the business from loss to 15% net profit three years ahead of plan. Led a comprehensive restructure of the company, encompassing manufacturing, marketing, international sales and distribution. Developed and launched highly successful new brands including ‘Maybelline’ cosmetics and directed innovative marketing strategies such as the £9m Linda Evangelista campaign

Industry Sector Competencies

E-Commerce/Internet

Electronics

IT/Computer Hardware

Software

Water technology

Consumer Goods

Professional Objectives

Function: CE/COO

Sector: Consumer goods, High Tech, Manufacturing

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: No

Operational: Yes

Availability: Part time

Prefered Locations: Europe

Additional Professional Interests

Non executive director assignments

Countries Covered

Netherlands

South Africa

UK

Operational Competencies

Technologies to market (Expert)

Business development (Professional)

New product or service launch (Expert)

Geographical expansion (Professional)

Company rescue or turnaround (Expert)