Toby Nicholls

Experience

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  South Pacific Educational Travel

  Jan 2008 - Aug 2012

  Program Coordinator

  American based planning, marketing, sales and implementation of two week tertiary study tours throughout the South Pacific. Involved at all levels of the organisation from in class presentations to teaching cross-cultural analysis, business development meetings and sales pitches to tertiary stakeholders.

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  New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants

  Sept 2012 - Jul 2013

  Sales Executive

  Responsible for acquiring new Student Affiliates and selling the NZICA membership program and NZICA as the premier accountancy brand in New Zealand to a diverse audience.

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  Wolters Kluwer Tax & Accounting US

  Jul 2013 - Jun 2015

  Business Development Manager

  Consulting with accounting firms on their internal Practice Management and Tax software. Responsible for new and existing client engagement across South Australia, West Australia & Central NZ.

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  Bushbuck Limited

  Apr 2015 - Dec 2020

  Advisor

  Having previously served as a director/shareholder, Toby supported Bushbuck as an Advisor as the company grew from a start up to an established outdoor camping, hunting and spearfishing brand. Bushbuck was created in 2012 with a goal to provide the highest quality outdoor equipment gear using modern online technology, at an affordable price that makes the outdoorsman confident, comfortable and safe out in the rugged New Zealand wilderness. www.bushbuck.co.nz.

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  Virtual Bridge Limited (vBridge)

  Jun 2015 - Jan 2016

  Business Development Manager

  Toby focused on increasing the presence of vBridge within the IT industry. Achievements included implementing a new CRM system, formal sales planning and a Business Development plan to assist client relationship management and sales.

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  NAI Harcourts

  Apr 2016 - Jan 2019

  Leasing & Investment Consultant

  Ranked as the no.1 NAI Harcourts agent for Canterbury in 2017, Toby was part of the NAI Harcourts Grenadier Commercial team and rapidly built an impressive track record in both commercial investment sales and leasing.

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  Savills

  Jan 2019 - Sept 2020

  Executive

  Toby was part of the Commercial Sales team at Savills and concluded some of the city’s largest commercial deals during his time there. With a dedication to achieving excellence and a commitment to people first, clients were able to trust Toby to deliver the right results and achieve their property goals.

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  Alpine Spas Ltd

  Aug 2020 - Feb 2025

  As the current State Manager for Alpine Spas AU in New South Wales, my role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities focused on launching and growing the brand within the state. This multifaceted role involves sales leadership, operational management, and relationship-building to achieve sales targets and foster a high-performing sales team.Key Responsibilities:Sales Leadership: My responsibilities include driving sales results, devising and executing sales strategies, and overseeing the entire sales process, from prospecting to deal closure, consistently surpassing established targets.Sales Administration: I maintain meticulous sales administration overseeing order processing for a seamless customer experience.Logistics and Product Dispatch: Initially assist to establish logistics and dispatch operations, ensuring prompt and efficient deliveries. Problem Solving: In this role, I address complex issues and customer concerns within the state, resolving logistical challenges and innovatively ensuring customer satisfaction.Team Management: I lead a growing team, nurturing a culture of high performance and engagement. This includes recruitment, training, mentoring, and ongoing support to facilitate the team's success.Goal Setting and KPI Management: Collaborating closely with the Australasian Sales Manager and the Alpine lead team, I set and monitor goals and key performance indicators (KPIs) ensuring that our efforts are consistent with the overall business strategy.Cultivating a High-Performing Culture: A pivotal aspect of my role is fostering a culture of excellence and teamwork within the sales team. I motivate and empower team members, creating an environment conducive to success.In this capacity, I exhibit strong leadership, adept problem-solving skills, and an unwavering commitment to surpassing sales targets in a dynamic and challenging environment. My efforts are dedicated to ensuring the continuous success of Alpine Spas AU. Show less

  • NSW State Manager

    Feb 2022 - Feb 2025

  • Senior Sales Consultant

    Aug 2020 - Feb 2022
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  Nelson Solar NZ

  Feb 2025 - now

  General Manager