Steven F.

Creators and manufacturers of luxury eyewear products. Creative direction, design and development. Market research and brand communications. International business development. Ethical management and due diligence for global trading.

Consultancy services to established or start up businesses. Creative direction, initiating or enabling concepts. Market research and brand experience communications. Category procurement and supply chain development. International business strategy and territory appointments. Contract formulation for international projects. Compliance management and due diligence for global trading. Pop-up events, brand experiences, collaborations/ licensing and e-commerce.

Reported to board directors on a major division of the business. Managed financial tasks, P&L, three year plans, annual budgets and targets. Directed brand strategies and licensing, contract negotiations, acquisitions and renewals. Streamlined procurement heads of terms and implemented throughout supply chain. Mentored junior members of the commercial team to exceed client expectations. Experienced in e-commerce planning and international business development. Prepared company profile works and market research reports.

Generated business opportunities and secured deals to enhance company revenue and profile. Business planning and opportunity identification. Supply chain sourcing and service provision. Business unit management.

Buying selection and complete category management. Strategy formulation and presentation to key stakeholders.

Assisted on a commercial team, learning and contributing to the business.

Expedition leader responsible for group leaderships and full logistics and safety support. Qualified high altitude mountain guide and white water rafting leader. Adventure travelling, biking, climbing, white water rafting and sailing activities combined with educational aspects and overseas charity projects.