David Purvis
Newborough,Staffordshire
Summary
Knowledgeable management professional with proven success in achieving and exceeding business objectives goals and growth strategies. Skilled at developing large and international business strategy and overseeing change management to implement successful improvements. Committed and experienced Executive, with background in business leadership, change management and business risk analysis. Interprets business needs, risks, client requirements and cost structures to increase forecasting accuracy and exceed revenue targets. Maintains careful, diligent oversight and priority management coordination. Strategic and results-oriented business leader with experience in strategy. Skilled in developing and executing business plans to maximise profitability, streamline operations and maintain compliance with industry regulations. Proven people leader motivates and optimizes staff performance and productivity.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director
Gauselmann Group
Newark on Trent, Nottinghamshire
02.2023 - Current
- Directed and managed business priorities and coordinated workflows to uphold productivity objectives.
- Liaised with Group Board and Stakeholders.
- Provided customers with outstanding service, extending relationships for future business opportunities.
- Interpreted underlying opportunities/threats, business needs, client requirements and new product developments.
- Generated and achieved revenue and profit goals, exceeding targets within company growth strategies.
- Oversight of compliance with regulations and company and market policies.
- Devised and implemented mid to long-term strategy to drive progress in key areas.
- Cultivated strong work culture and high standards to drive employee retention and performance.
- Trained and mentored managers to cultivate cohesive leadership team.
Management Consultant
Purvis Consultancy
Newborough, Staffordshire
12.2012 - 02.2018
- Provided management services to UK and international clients.
- Worked with leading brands providing advice and support, including Corporate Strategy, Business Model Transformation, M&A, Organisational Strategy and Product Development Innovation engagements.
- Presented high-level presentations to Board, Shareholders and Executive Leadership Teams
- Assessed impact of planned organisational change to gauge potential effects on ongoing business operations.
- Developed change management plans for projects to set and reinforce goals.
Chief Executive Officer
Stanleybet International
Liverpool, Merseyside
09.2008 - 12.2012
- Devised key strategic initiatives to drive substantial business growth.
- Spearheaded international expansion strategies to increase market share, drive growth and increase retail distribution.
- Adapted to market changes by implementing new expansion initiatives.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners to meet strategic business objectives.
- Strengthened valuable industry partnerships to drive engagement and new revenue sources.
- Developed and implemented 3-year strategic plan informing future business expectations and direction.
- Oversaw budgetary and financial activities and implemented strategies to grow business and profits.
Managing Director
Cyberview PLC
London
09.2006 - 09.2008
- Managed Leadership Team to deliver key operational and sales objectives.
- Conducted business evaluation and recommended options.
- Worked with Board and Shareholders to develop business strategy.
- Maintained smooth operations through careful management of office workflow and administrative processes.
- Developed robust recruitment salary to hire and onboard new talent and boost employee retention.
- Boosted productivity levels by automating routine tasks and implementing digital technologies.
- Led successful company sale process with £45M transaction value.
Education
Master of Arts - Economics & Social History
Glasgow University
Glasgow, Scotland 09/1981 - 09/1985
Skills
- Business planning
- High-value project management
- Operations management
- Complex negotiation
- Strategic thinking
- P&L management
- Integrative negotiation
- Entrepreneurial mindset
- KPI management
- Financial management
- Business administration
Timeline
Managing Director
Gauselmann Group
02.2023 - Current
Management Consultant
Purvis Consultancy
12.2012 - 02.2018
Chief Executive Officer
Stanleybet International
09.2008 - 12.2012
Managing Director
Cyberview PLC
09.2006 - 09.2008
Master of Arts - Economics & Social History
Glasgow University
09/1981 - 09/1985
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