Neil Harrison: Account Manager in Perth, PKN

Responsible for key accounts in regional and international sectors including commercial marine, offshore renewable energy, oil & gas and government bodies. Customer engagement increase resulted in both turnover and margin increase of over 10% in first 12 months, gaining contractual commitment from major Key Accounts. Assigned additional account responsibility growing from £2.6m in year one to £7.9m in year two.

Launched Faire Ltd as a professional sales agency, delivering performance focused sales and marketing activities to promote and support premium brands throughout the UK and Ireland. Secured exclusive agency rights within Scotland, Ireland and North England for market leading premium brands within marine, outdoors, sports and high street market sectors. Grew annual sales of £295,000 in 2013/14 to £849,000 in 2015/16 whilst reducing operating costs by over 35% over the same period.

Joined to develop and improve the quality of the brand portfolio and overall performance of TE Partnership. Increased annual turnover from £950k to £3.4m by setting out and successfully executing a strategic business plan. Employed, mentored and trained sales staff focusing and championing specific sectors to become the most respected, sought after and knowledgeable within their field. Secured exclusive contracts with some of the words most desired and respected brands delivering exceptional service and targeted results.

Recruited to develop the sales and marketing of key brands within the leisure marine, outdoors and high street fashion market sectors. Responsible for a portfolio of 150+ accounts increasing turnover by over 20% and generating sales of £1.6m with our retail partners.

Glasgow (04/1999 -06/2000) Market Manager Promoted to oversee all departments involved in the delivery of the product portfolio to a worldwide market. Successfully brought together all departments to work to the shared company strategy. Managed the strategic acquisition and integration of an existing manufacturing and distribution company that gave access to new and profitable business sectors.

Working with the world's most innovative brand leaders in technical yacht hardware and marine safety. Developing the go to market strategies that delivered year on year growth of all brands in both home and export territories.

Employed to manage every aspect of a successful yacht rigging company employing a number of highly skilled staff. Headed the team that secured the exclusive rights in Scotland for Selden, Proctor and Z-Spars masts doubling the businesses turnover and profit.

Responsible for the business growth and customer relations within a business recognised for the quality of their work.

Managed, maintained, delivered and raced various world-class yachts throughout the world, taking an active role in the training and development of youth/cadet members.