John - COO/Managing Director - UK - iCEO #77235

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John's Profile

iCEO #77235

Position: COO/Managing Director

Nationality: UK

Experience

Board Director and Non-executive Director of the regional companies of several multi-national companies with over 25 years experience in Start-ups, Business Development, Change Management, Organisational Management, and International Trade

Major Achievements

Led the expansion into Steel export from China, involving 8 regional offices (150 people) , and involving the rest of the group (1500), which resulted in a US$110 million turnover business within 2 years of launch. Secured over US$65 million in new business based on a triangular arrangement, by obtaining new bank credit lines for a supplier, paid back by our exports.

Industry Sector Competencies

Bulk Shipping & Logistics

Steel, Mining

Private Equity

International Trade

International Trade

Professional Objectives

Function: Managing Director, Sales or Operations Director, International Trade

Sector: Industrial, Commodities, Logistics, Consultancy

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: Yes

Operational: Yes

Availability: Full time, part time

Prefered Locations: Greater London, South East England, East of Englan

Additional Professional Interests

Operational coaching on demand

Non executive director assignments

Personal financial investment:150-350K USD

Countries Covered

Hong Kong

Singapore

UK

Operational Competencies

Business development (Professional)

New product or service launch (Professional)

Geographical expansion (Professional)

Company rescue or turnaround (Professional)