Rachel Abbott, DL

Chief Executive Officer @ Cobra Sport Exhausts

About

Manufacturing CEO with over 20 years’ experience in automotive and engineering. I specialise in leading growth, building resilient teams and guiding organisations through change in competitive sectors. I also serve on several regional boards and advisory groups, where I contribute strategic insight, governance experience and a practical understanding of what it takes to lead and grow a business. I am passionate about developing leaders who combine commercial clarity with integrity and confidence.

Country

United Kingdom

City

Sheffield

Industry

Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering

Skill

Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations Management, Change Management, Lean Culture, Work Standardization, Strategic Planning, Profitable Growth, Vehicles, Management, Retail, Business Planning, Sales, Leadership, Negotiation, Business Strategy, Product Development, New Business Development, Start-ups, Business Development, Strategy

Experience

Chief Executive Officer

Cobra Sport Exhausts

2024-11 - Present · 1 yr 11 mos

Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

Managing Director

Cobra Manufacturing Ltd

2021-12 - Present · 4 yrs 10 mos

Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

Managing Director

Cobra Sport - Exhausts UK Limited

2004-11 - Present · 21 yrs 11 mos

Attercliffe - Sheffield

I am co-owner/Managing Director at Exhausts UK Limited. The company manufactures stainless steel exhaust systems for sports and performance vehicles which are sold throughout the UK to both retail and B2B clients with growing export sales. We are proud holders of the 'MADE IN SHEFFIELD' mark.