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Henry Debenham

Henry Debenham

Norwich,Norfolk

Summary

Highly motivated, commercially astute professional with a strong track record in sales, business development, and marketing across sectors including media, construction, property, and technology. With hands-on experience growing a successful startup, managing multimillion-pound construction projects, and building strong client pipelines, I thrive in fast-paced, target-driven environments. I bring a unique blend of creativity, entrepreneurial thinking, and competitive spirit (reflected in my passion for ultramarathons), and I’m eager to bring this energy to a progressive, fast-growing company like Finelight Media.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Sales manager

JV Construction/JV Concrete
Lyng, Norfolk
03.2020 - 05.2025
  • Oversaw client acquisition and management for high-value construction projects including turnkey steel-frame buildings exceeding £1 million in value.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with contractors, architects, and project stakeholders to secure contracts across the East of England.
  • Managed project timelines from foundations to completion, coordinating teams across construction, steel erection, and concrete supply.
  • Successfully expanded JV Concrete’s B2B client base by cold calling construction businesses, understanding their needs, and offering tailored solutions.
  • Played a key role in streamlining operations, improving response times, and increasing repeat business.

Property Lettings Manager (Freelance) – Lincoln

Portfolio & Marketing Manager for Student Homes
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
08.2014 - 09.2018
  • Developed and managed marketing and tenant acquisition strategy for over 60 student properties (300+ rooms) across Lincoln.
  • Originated the opportunity by building rapport with my own landlord; eventually managed properties for multiple landlords under a commission-based model.
  • Led all aspects of property lettings including advertising, tenant communication, property viewings, contract generation, and compliance checks.
  • Gained deep understanding of data management and legal compliance in the housing sector — including GDPR, which I later explored in my dissertation.
  • Enhanced my skills in negotiation, client service, and brand presentation while working independently.

Business Development Lead

StudentSmart
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
04.2015 - 07.2018
  • Co-founded a mobile app offering exclusive student discounts, scaling from concept to one of the UK’s most downloaded shopping apps in its category.
  • Secured high-profile affiliate partnerships with brands like McDonald’s, Pizza Hut, and Walkabout, adding significant value and recognition.
  • Managed outreach to national and local businesses, crafting compelling partnership proposals and onboarding them to the platform.
  • Contributed to marketing campaigns, user growth strategy, and content creation, working closely with designers and developers.
  • Gained exposure to startup culture, growth hacking, and digital monetisation strategies.

Sales Executive (Outbound)

Quotatis (Home Improvement Services) – Norwich, UK
Norwich, Norfolk
10.2011 - 01.2014
  • Started working at age 15, quickly adapting to a high-pressure outbound call environment with daily call volumes exceeding 100+.
  • Sold home energy improvement services through structured cold calling campaigns.
  • Developed resilience, strong communication skills, and a sharp understanding of sales psychology in a cutthroat, target-driven environment.
  • Built confidence working with KPIs, objection handling, and adapting pitches to diverse customer types.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - International business management

University of Lincoln
Lincoln, England
09.2014 - 06.2017

Skills

  • KPI monitoring and analysis
  • Business development aptitude
  • Target achievement
  • Product knowledgeability
  • Product lifecycle understanding
  • CRM software mastery
  • Target achievement focus
  • Email marketing tools usage
  • Customer relationship management software
  • Digital marketing understanding
  • Market trend awareness
  • Financial budgeting
  • Brand promotion strategies
  • Direct sales techniques
  • Budget control acumen
  • Business intelligence tools
  • Assertive leadership
  • Communication proficiency
  • Business development
  • Territory management
  • Digital marketing
  • Sales reporting

Languages

English
Native
Romanian
Elementary

Certification

Member of the NLA (National landlord association)

Full UK driving licence

NEBOSH National General Certificate health and safety


Accomplishments

International Business Management Degree

Affiliations

Regular Ultra Marathon runner

Jumping in a campervan and surfing in Cornwall

Open mic lover (music and comedy)

Theatre and all shows in general!


References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sales manager

JV Construction/JV Concrete
03.2020 - 05.2025

Business Development Lead

StudentSmart
04.2015 - 07.2018

Bachelor of Arts - International business management

University of Lincoln
09.2014 - 06.2017

Property Lettings Manager (Freelance) – Lincoln

Portfolio & Marketing Manager for Student Homes
08.2014 - 09.2018

Sales Executive (Outbound)

Quotatis (Home Improvement Services) – Norwich, UK
10.2011 - 01.2014

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