Experience

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  Qbs luxury leather

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2025

  Sales and marketing director

  My responsibilities cover a broad range of functions, including company administration, online marketing communications, product design, production planning, and both direct-to-consumer and B2B sales. A key achievement was managing a retail showroom and developing a network of agents to strategically drive revenue growth. To optimise sales channels, I created an automated sales funnel by designing an online shopping platform and forming a partnership with Takealot, resulting in a significant increase in revenue. Show less

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  Lekker skaap

  Aug 2021 - Jan 2025

  Founder & ceo

  Founded and launched the footwear brand in 2021 due to an identified gap in the market. I lead operations across product development, sales, and customer engagement, ensuring both product excellence and customer satisfaction. I oversee the design and manufacturing of high-quality sheepskin slippers, collaborating with local manufacturers to maintain stringent quality standards and align with market trends.My responsibilities include developing and implementing effective sales strategies, driving revenue growth, and managing comprehensive marketing initiatives across digital and traditional platforms to enhance brand awareness. This approach contributed to a 91% uplift in sales between 2022 and 2023. I prioritise customer relationship management by addressing inquiries and feedback promptly, fostering loyalty and advocacy.Additionally, I manage financial forecasting, budgeting, and daily administrative tasks such as inventory management and order processing, while exploring strategic partnerships to support business growth. My proactive approach ensures operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and the long-term success of the brand. Show less

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  Quay 1 international realty

  Jun 2024 - Aug 2024

  Real estate broker

  I specialised in residential property sales in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town, leveraging my expertise as an outbound sales specialist. My focus on cold calling and social selling enabled me to successfully create a sales pipeline worth over R10 million within three months, securing 10 signed mandates. I effectively managed these listings while providing comprehensive property sales solutions, including market analysis, client consultation, and tailored marketing strategies. By building and maintaining strong client relationships, I ensured high levels of satisfaction and repeat business. Show less

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  Delta-v

  Jan 2025 - now

  Go-to-market consultant

  Prospecting & Lead Generation: Identifying and qualifying potential customers through research, outreach, and strategic targeting to create a robust sales pipeline.Outbound Outreach: Conducting high-volume cold calls, personalized email campaigns, and LinkedIn messages to engage prospects and schedule meetings for Account Executives.Sales Cadence Automation: Utilizing sales engagement tools to create and manage automated sales cadences, ensuring consistent and efficient outreach across multiple channels.Lead Qualification: Applying qualification frameworks like BANT/SPIN to determine prospect needs and ensure alignment with solutions.Pipeline Management: Maintaining an organized pipeline of leads using CRM tools to track touchpoints and outcomes.Collaboration with Sales Team: Working closely with Account Executives to pass qualified leads, align strategies, and ensure a seamless sales process.Market Research: Analyzing industry trends and competitors to inform outreach strategies and position offerings effectively in the market.Performance Metrics: Consistently meeting or exceeding KPIs, including call volume, meetings booked, and pipeline value targets.Continuous Learning: Staying updated on sales techniques and industry developments to better address client needs. Show less

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  Openpayd

  Feb 2025 - now

  Banking & payments analyst

  Embedded Finance for the digital economyOpenPayd is a leading global payments and banking-as-a-service platform that provides a range of banking and payment services to both financial and non-financial institutions.Our services are underpinned by a global network of licences and are accessible through a single API. These include IBANs, open banking, e-money accounts, FX conversion, local and international payments, card processing and debit cards.We believe that all businesses - irrespective of their size or industry - should be able to access the best payment and banking services. We provide all of our services through a simple, flexible and scalable platform.We are based in London, with offices in Malta, Turkey, Bulgaria, Amsterdam, Singapore, Hong Kong and Brazil. Show less