Mimi Li'Brown
Woolavington,Somerset
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong foundation in strategic partnerships and brand development. Demonstrates expertise in pitch development, marketing directing, and business planning, complemented by a keen entrepreneurial spirit. Proficient in English and basic Spanish, with a focus on creative problem solving and strategic decision-making. Adept at fostering business networking and customer relationship management to drive growth and innovation. Career goals include leveraging skills in contract negotiation and product development to enhance business strategies.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Founder
1441 Women's Apparel ltd
Nationwide, Nationwide
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Nurtured industry relationships, facilitated collaboration opportunities.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, secured competitive pricing and terms.
- Maximized profits through strategic pricing adjustments and cost management techniques.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, reduced operational expenses significantly.
- Fostered customer loyalty with excellent service standards and quality products.
- Established company brand for improved visibility and recognition.
- Made strategic decisions to guide company's growth and expansion.
- Launched new, innovative projects based on customer demand.
- Networked with industry leaders, cultivating mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Promoted brand at events and conferences and established strong reputation within industry.
Business development executive
Donald Allan Tiffin
London, City of London
02.2012 - 01.2015
- Identified potential clients for business expansion opportunities.
- Established strong partnerships with key stakeholders to drive business growth.
- Analysed competitor activities providing insights into market dynamics and positioning strategies.
- Participated in industry events, raising brand visibility and potential leads generation.
- Implemented innovative strategies, leading to enhanced operational efficiency.
- Maintained updated knowledge of industry trends through continuous learning and professional development.
- Developed new business relationships by networking with industry professionals.
- Managed project timelines effectively ensuring completion within defined time frames.
- Facilitated successful negotiation meetings, fostering long-term client relationships.
Recruitment consultant
Concept Staffing
Bridgwater, Somerset
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Liaised with third-party vendors for conducting background checks of shortlisted candidates.
- Kept abreast with latest trends in the recruitment industry by attending relevant seminars and trainings.
- Collaborated closely with other consultants within the agency for meeting larger client demands.
- Tailored CVs of registered candidates according to specific job requirements before sending them over to clients.
- Maintained regular follow-up with placed candidates to ensure their smooth transition into new roles.
- Managed relationships with hiring managers to understand their recruitment needs and timelines.
- Assisted in negotiating employment terms between successful candidates and clients, ensuring a win-win situation.
- Provided constructive feedback to unsuccessful candidates post interviews, aiding their future job search efforts.
- Handled high-volume recruitments during peak seasons without compromising on quality of hire.
- Coordinated interview schedules between candidates and clients, ensuring seamless communication.
- Identified potential candidates for client requirements through active sourcing methods.
- Interviewed and hired staff fitting job and team requirements.
- Built positive relationships with recruiters to source external job candidates.
Education
GCSEs -
Chilton Trinity Technology College
Bridgwater, Somerset 11.2007 - /2012
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NationwideSkills
English - Fluent
Spanish - basic
- Pitch development
- Strategic partnerships
- Brand development
- Product development
- Strategic decision-making
- Business networking
- Marketing directing
- Customer relationship management
- Entrepreneurial spirit
- Business planning
- Contract negotiation
- Creative problem solving
- Business strategies
Languages
English
Native
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)
Certification
Full UK Driving Licence
Career Gap
In 2017, I was diagnosed with a tumor on my chest (Thymoma), which resulted in ongoing health conditions. During my time away from work, chose to utilize the opportunity to refine both existing and new skills.
- TEFL (Teaching as a Foreign Language)
- Spanish. using the techniques I had learned in the TEFL course i taught myself to speak Spanish to an intermediate level and my daughter to a basic level
Timeline
Founder
1441 Women's Apparel ltd
01.2020 - 01.2023
Business development executive
Donald Allan Tiffin
02.2012 - 01.2015
GCSEs -
Chilton Trinity Technology College
11.2007 - /2012
Recruitment consultant
Concept Staffing
01.2004 - 01.2006
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