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BCom in Finance/Marketing, Group MD/COO at Woodland International Transport since 2004, President at Portside Concepts from 2002-2004, COO from 2000-2002, Sr. VP from 1999-2000 & Vice President from 1997-1999 at NACA Logistics.
Headline:
Entrepreneur
Work status:
Employed Full-Time
Industries:
Information Technology, Media
Skills:
Business, Entrepreneurship, Languages, Leadership, Management, Negotiation, Public speaking, Recruitment, Sales
Location:
New York
Visas:
USA, UK, Australia, New Zealand
Interested in:
Brainstorming, Consulting opportunities, Employment opportunities, Finding business partners, Finding cofounders, Finding team mates, Meeting new people, Offering Expertise, Professional opportunities, Promoting my startups, Recruiting for my startup
Tags:
Books, ebooks, international, logistics, magazine, publishing, shipping, supply chain, transport
Schools:
University of Auckland
WORK EXPERIENCE
Employer:
Woodland International Transport
Position:
Group MD/COO
Time period:
January 2004 - Present
Description:
Managed £80 million international group, restructured management team and legal structure, 3 acquisitions and 2 start-ups increasing revenue 70% in 4 years.
Employer:
Portside Concepts
Position:
President
Time period:
January 2002 - December 2004
Description:
Management consultant to domestic and international transport companies, focused on M&A strategic development and 3PL services. 5 acquisitions completed.
Employer:
NACA Logistics
Position:
COO
Time period:
January 2000 - December 2002
Employer:
NACA Logistics
Position:
Senior Vice President
Time period:
January 1997 - December 2000
Description:
Managed $75M budget and 350 staff. Opened new operations in Argentina, Brazil, and Chile. Argentina was via a limited acquisition. Brazil and Chile were both organic start-ups. Negotiated acquisitions, performed due diligence, and handled financial, tax and legal aspects of acquisitions.
Employer:
NACA Logistics
Position:
Vice President
Time period:
January 1997 - December 1999
Description:
Led M&A of DCL's two largest competitors operating in 14 countries with revenues between $70 and $120M. Created business plan and financial projections. Opened offices in Singapore, Hong Kong, and Australia. Negotiated NACA contracts, saving 15% & $10M in volume incentives.
Employer:
Direct Container Line
Position:
VP Marketing & Business Development
Time period:
January 1996 - December 1997
Description:
Responsible for global marketing and business development. Introduced Sales Force Automation and new inside sales/telemarketing division. Centralized control of all pricing and bidding. Net result was annual growth in both years over 30% and improved gross margin 25%.
Employer:
Direct Container Line
Position:
Regional Manager / International IT Manager
Time period:
January 1994 - December 1996
Description:
Recruited to manage Mid-Asia market, directing operations in Hong Kong, PRC, Philippines, and Taiwan. Grew markets over 50% and earnings from all operations by 150%. Introduced new software and work practices into all overseas locations.
Employer:
Direct Container Line
Position:
General Manager
Time period:
January 1989 - December 1994
Description:
Turned around UK subsidiary. Reduced staff by 40% and cut non-remunerative business segments. Improved EBIT in New Zealand 85% year one and 50% year two.
