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James Sohl

James Sohl

Woking,Surrey
Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.
Theodore Roosevelt

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work history

Managing Director

JTC Ventures Ltd
Woking, Surrey
08.1998 - Current


  • Managing property portfolio and family investments.
  • Delivering consultancy works to clients. Advising on ways to save costs or increase revenue
  • Brokered deals between B2B
  • Delivered freelance Business Development works to a number of companies
  • Trouble shooter to sports clubs

Editorial Contributor / Events

Exclusively Niche
London, London
03.2022 - 09.2023
  • Wrote a wide variety of topics with specialties in Automotive and the people that drive them .
  • Collaborated with other writers and team members for new ideas and strategies.
  • Worked on hosting HNW clients at various events
  • Supported on track events both as a driver and guide.
  • Drove in new clients to the Exclusively Club.

Tennis Statistical Expert

AELTC
Wimbledon, Surrey
03.2021 - 07.2023
  • Prepared statistical reports illustrating analysis results for commentators.
  • Contributed to design and usage of Statistics for the use on the TV broadcast
  • Liaised with stakeholders to develop analysis plans and project scopes In the lead up to The Championships
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams from 4 different suppliers to deliver results for WBS director.
  • Created new conceptual statistics and then devised TV graphics that got used live on air for the finals

Editorial Contributor and Events

96 Club Magazine
London, London
09.2020 - 05.2022
  • Interviewed people for automotive / lifestyle pieces.
  • Brainstormed to determine new topics and stories needed for coverage.
  • Wrote 400 word assignments according to instructions.
  • Researched, planned and produced in-depth content to capture consumer attention.
  • Helped to organise events
  • Brought in new clients and advertisers

Managing Director

PF Sports Cars
Ripley, Surrey
11.2016 - 12.2019
  • Bought and Sold 160 Premium cars in 2 years
  • Delivered a very high customer satisfaction score and ensured returning custom
  • Managed a team of 12 people
  • Engaged with 3000 customers in 2 years.
  • Supervised budgets and timelines, ensuring progress met project scope targets.
  • Provided customers with outstanding service, extending relationships for future business opportunities.
  • Championed organisational values and operational standards to inspire staff belief in long-term vision.
  • Ran over 30 events both locally and nationally including Goodwood and Birmingham NEC and London Classic Car Show
  • Provided expertise to print media for articles with insights on market trends on Porsche and BMW products
  • Developed and delivered a marketing plan that delivered huge market traction by combining advertisements, social and digital campaigns that put Renaissance Classics on the map
  • Took a business from start up to established in 2 years
  • Sold the business to HR Owen and negotiated the sale

General Manager

Sutton Tennis Academy / The Sports Village
Sutton, Surrey
06.2005 - 10.2016
  • Was responsible for 130 staff and had 12 direct reports
  • Grew the business from £1.5million turnover to £3.7 million
  • Increased the weekly customers from 2000 per week to 8000 per week
  • Increased revenue streams by reducing costs, managing schedules and performing variance and risk analysis to implement corrective actions.
  • Implemented effective customer service procedures to encourage positive feedback.
  • Tracked KPIs to drive profitability and target delivery.
  • Managed high-performing teams to deliver quality customer service and stable profits.
  • Recruited top-performing candidates to build staff retention and team performance.
  • Delivered business strategy to drive revenue and operational efficiencies.
  • Monitored and evaluated teams, identifying and targeting opportunities for improvement.
  • Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective customer management.
  • Empowered staff members to contribute to continuous improvement, quality and growth of company.
  • Scheduled regular team meetings to discuss business updates, issues and recommendations.
  • Assessed impact of marketing programmes and recommended improvements.
  • Analysed accounting and financial data to get holistic view of company financial health.
  • Evaluated and decided upon key investments in equipment, infrastructure and talent.
  • Resolved internal staff conflicts to mutual benefits of all parties involved.
  • Delivered a sale of the business and negotiated the price up by £1.7 million

Tennis Recruitment Manager

Sutton Tennis Academy
Sutton, Surrey
04.2002 - 08.2005


  • Managed Cheam High Scholarship scheme
  • Organised housing, schooling, transportation and onboarding
  • Researched various advertising options to place ads and attract Tennis Players.
  • Delivered open days as parts of the marketing campaign
  • Worked in partnership with the senior leadership team of Cheam High School
  • Won countless national titles
  • Helped Students Achieve World Class Rankings, University Scholarships and Careers in Sport
  • Screened candidates, conducted interviews before accepting tennis players onto scheme
  • Managed Sales pipeline from enquiry to sign up


Education

Bachelor of Science - Sport Science

Brunel University London, Uxbridge
10/1997 - 05/2000

A-Levels - Economics, Geography, Biology, Physical Education

Cheam High School, Sutton
09/1993 - 06/1997

Skills

  • P&L management
  • Mentoring and training
  • Business administration
  • Business scaling
  • Financial management
  • Integrative negotiation
  • Project budgeting
  • Operations management
  • Business development
  • Entrepreneurial mindset
  • Strategic networking
  • KPI management
  • Problem solving skills
  • Business planning
  • Strategic thinking
  • Customer service
  • Change management
  • Contract management
  • Proposal writing
  • Open and clear communicator
  • Networking ability
  • Marketing expertise
  • Brand building
  • Relationship management
  • Digital strategy development
  • Brand-building strategies
  • Partnership marketing
  • Direct marketing campaigns
  • Sales strategies
  • Relationship building
  • Business case development
  • Digital marketing
  • Market research
  • Social media engagement
  • Product lifecycle management
  • Strong time management
  • Market positioning
  • Social media marketing
  • Organised and efficient
  • Lead generation
  • Rapport and relationship building
  • Sales and market development
  • Persuasive negotiations
  • Recruiting and hiring
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Customer rapport
  • Sales pipeline management
  • Superb time management
  • Time management
  • troubleshooting
  • Team building
  • Communication skills
  • Customer-focused
  • Leadership

Languages

English
Native
Spanish
Intermediate

Work availability

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
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Timeline

Editorial Contributor / Events - Exclusively Niche
03.2022 - 09.2023
Tennis Statistical Expert - AELTC
03.2021 - 07.2023
Editorial Contributor and Events - 96 Club Magazine
09.2020 - 05.2022
Managing Director - PF Sports Cars
11.2016 - 12.2019
General Manager - Sutton Tennis Academy / The Sports Village
06.2005 - 10.2016
Tennis Recruitment Manager - Sutton Tennis Academy
04.2002 - 08.2005
Managing Director - JTC Ventures Ltd
08.1998 - Current
Brunel University London - Bachelor of Science , Sport Science
10/1997 - 05/2000
Cheam High School - A-Levels, Economics, Geography, Biology, Physical Education
09/1993 - 06/1997

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