Aidan Quinn
Dunstable
Summary
Results-driven sales professional with a strong background in consultative selling, client acquisition, and business development. Experienced in advising customers and businesses, with a proven ability to convert leads into long-term relationships. Currently expanding into Brand Strategy and Sales Insight, leveraging expertise in sales psychology, audience targeting, and strategic marketing to help businesses grow. Founder of 258 RISE, a consultancy hub connecting individuals and businesses with vetted professionals, reflecting an entrepreneurial drive to build networks and deliver practical solutions. Seeking freelance opportunities that combine sales execution with strategic input to gain hands-on experience in brand and growth consultancy.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Co Founder
258 Rise
2025.07 - Current
- Established a referral and consultancy hub, connecting individuals and businesses with vetted professionals.
- Developed a strategic network to provide tailored solutions and referrals across multiple industries.
- Created a scalable business model, exploring monetisation through referral fees and partnerships.
Tax Relief Consultant
TaxTek
Remote
2025.06 - Current
- Delivered R&D Tax Relief consultancy services, unlocking significant financial returns for innovative UK businesses.
- Assessed eligibility and maximised claims through detailed data gathering and strategic documentation.
- Collaborated with technical teams to produce accurate, compliant submissions that achieved high approval rates.
HVAC Installer/Engineer
LB Comfort Solutions
Dunstable
2021.08 - 2025.05
- Completed high-quality technical installations in residential and commercial sites, achieving top client satisfaction scores.
- Increased customer spend through effective upselling of upgrades and additional services.
- Acted as main client liaison on-site, fostering relationships that generated repeat and referral work.
Advanced Installer/Engineer
BFT Mastclimbing Ltd
Leighton Buzzard/London
2019.09 - 2021.08
- Delivered complex installation projects while advising clients on solutions that improved efficiency and safety.
- Upsold premium machinery options, directly contributing to increased project revenue.
- Built lasting client relationships, leading to ongoing contracts and referrals.
Assistant Manager
Deakin White Estate Agents
Dunstable, Bedfordshire
2017.01 - 2019.09
- Generated and converted high-value leads through targeted prospecting, achieving and surpassing sales targets.
- Delivered valuations, viewings, and negotiations with a high close rate, resulting in consistent top-performer status.
- Built strong vendor and buyer relationships, driving repeat business and valuable referrals.
Owner Franchise Driver
DPD
Dunstable
2015.06 - 2017.01
Home Insurance Advisor
Policy Expert
Milton Keynes
2013.08 - 2015.06
Sales Negotiator
Taylor's Estate Agents
Luton
2011.02 - 2013.08
Receptionist
Hilton Hotel
Luton
2009.09 - 2011.02
Football Player Scholarship
Luton Town Football Club
2007.06 - 2009.09
Education
Post Graduate Degree - Cyber Security
Azure Fundamentals
Post Graduate Degree - Cyber Security
Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
Post Graduate Degree - Cyber Security
CompTIA Network+, Security+, CEH v12
UEFA C License - Football Coaching
Luton Town Football Club
2008.09 - 06/2010
BTEC National Diploma in Sporting Excellence Level 2 - Sports Science
Barnfield College
2008.09 - 06/2010
GCSE's - Mathematics, English Language, English Literature, I.C.T, Physical Education, G.N.V.Q Science
Barnfield West Academy
Skills
- Sales Strategy & Business Development
- Marketing Campaign Planning & Execution
- Brand Storytelling & Creative Direction
- Photography & Video Production
- Social Media Strategy & Content Creation
- R&D Tax Relief Consulting
- Client Relationship Management
- Negotiation & Closing
- Project Management & Multi-Sector Experience
Certification
- Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, AZ-900, Completed
- Microsoft Security, Compliance and Identity Fundamentals, SC-900, Completed
- Comp TIA Network+, Comp TIA Security+, CEH v12: (In Progress) technical understanding for SaaS/tech sales roles.
Additional Information
- Passionate about helping innovative and creative businesses grow.
- Thrive in high-performance, target-driven environments.
- Mindset: proactive, driven, and constantly generating new ideas.
- Full clean UK driving licence.
Timeline
Co Founder
258 Rise
2025.07 - Current
Tax Relief Consultant
TaxTek
2025.06 - Current
HVAC Installer/Engineer
LB Comfort Solutions
2021.08 - 2025.05
Advanced Installer/Engineer
BFT Mastclimbing Ltd
2019.09 - 2021.08
Assistant Manager
Deakin White Estate Agents
2017.01 - 2019.09
Owner Franchise Driver
DPD
2015.06 - 2017.01
Home Insurance Advisor
Policy Expert
2013.08 - 2015.06
Sales Negotiator
Taylor's Estate Agents
2011.02 - 2013.08
Receptionist
Hilton Hotel
2009.09 - 2011.02
UEFA C License - Football Coaching
Luton Town Football Club
2008.09 - 06/2010
BTEC National Diploma in Sporting Excellence Level 2 - Sports Science
Barnfield College
2008.09 - 06/2010
Football Player Scholarship
Luton Town Football Club
2007.06 - 2009.09
Post Graduate Degree - Cyber Security
Azure Fundamentals
Post Graduate Degree - Cyber Security
Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
Post Graduate Degree - Cyber Security
CompTIA Network+, Security+, CEH v12
GCSE's - Mathematics, English Language, English Literature, I.C.T, Physical Education, G.N.V.Q Science
Barnfield West Academy