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Richard - CEO - UK - iCEO #78061
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iCEO #78061
Position: CEO
Nationality: UK
Experience
I lead challenged businesses to a long-term future having a 25-year track record in the Aerospace, Automotive and Security industries. Focus on strategy, team building and rapid business improvement. Extensive overseas experience in France and Germany.
Major Achievements
Between 2014 and 2018 I led the turn around an industrial busines from £500m /5% EBIT to £800m/16% EBIT (division of FTSE 100 plc, 3000 people worldwide). Key features were leadership development, strengthening program management, operational improvement and factory restructuring, and the acquisition of a significant competitor.
Industry Sector Competencies
Aerospace
Automotive
Defense
Engineering
Security
Professional Objectives
Function: Divisional CEO within a corporate or MBI structure
Sector: Aerospace, Defence, Capital Goods
Interim Manager: Yes
Permanent Position: Yes
Operational: Yes
Availability: Full time, part time
Prefered Locations: France, UK, Germany, NL
Additional Professional Interests
Operational coaching on demand
Non executive director assignments
Personal financial investment:350-750K USD
Countries Covered
France
Germany
UK
Operational Competencies
Technologies to market (Professional)
Business development (Professional)
Acquisition and shadow management (Professional)
New product or service launch (Professional)
Geographical expansion (Expert)
Company rescue or turnaround (Professional)
Close down or sell off (Professional)
Pre or post investment audit (Expert)
Nationality
UK
Home Country
UK
Availability
Full time
Part time
Education
BSc/ B Eng Mechanical Eng and Management 2/1; Manchester, MBA Warwick
Languages
English, French
Management Experience
More than 15 years
Company Size
Multinational
Interim Manager
Yes
Founder or Co-Founder
Yes
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