Nathan Esson
Luton
Summary
Results-driven business development professional with over a decade of experience spanning business development management, account management, and strategic partnerships. Demonstrates a proven ability to independently drive revenue growth, negotiate high-value contracts, and foster long-term client relationships in B2B and B2C environments. Equipped with exceptional skills in critical thinking, emotional intelligence, team leadership, and leveraging technology to optimize sales processes. Adept at crafting innovative strategies to exceed targets and deliver impactful results. Seeking a senior position to apply expertise in driving business success and cultivating partnerships within a dynamic organization.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Business Development Manager
Utilita Energy
2020.09 - Current
- Built a portfolio of trading clients in the East Midlands without prior company presence.
- Sold domestic and commercial utilities, including high-cost solar panels, and overachieved all KPIs.
- Recovered over £1,000,000 in debt during the energy crisis.
Business Development Manager
Flight Centre Business Travel
2019.03 - 2020.09
- Managed a £1.4M portfolio and generated leads using tools like Salesforce and LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
- Maintained a 90% client conversion rate through effective communication with C-level executives.
Showroom Manager
Peloton
2018.10 - 2019.03
Directed operations for the top-performing British store in both sales and customer satisfaction.
PR Manager / Owner
The Kiosk
2018.04 - 2018.10
- Designed and implemented leadership programs to enhance employee performance and retention.
- Increased sales by 50% through innovative marketing and team motivation strategies.
Sales & Marketing Executive
Uproar Vision
2017.11 - 2018.04
- Set new national records in sales and led the most successful team in promotions.
- Rapidly gained expertise in face-to-face marketing across varied campaigns.
- Achieved promotion within a month and helped others develop their talent via satellite offices.
Founder
Ibiza Special Services
2017.05 - 2017.10
Recruitment Consultant
Hays
2016.01 - 2016.05
People Management Intern
Govia Thameslink Railway
2015.03 - 2015.03
Team Manager
Pandoras Box
2012.10 - 2014.05
Founder
Football Chasers
2010.06 - 2011.09
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Nottingham Trent University
/2012 - /2015
GCSEs - Psychology, Business Studies, History
Bedford Mordern School
/2010 - /2012
Accomplishments
2023, The Coaching Academy- Diploma in Personal Performance Coaching & DISC accreditation.
2020, Flight Centre Business Travel- Top Novice to generate most amount of new business.
2018, Uproar Vision- Rising Star Award and Oscar for Promotion.
2010, European Computer Driving License.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Business Development Manager
Utilita Energy
2020.09 - Current
Business Development Manager
Flight Centre Business Travel
2019.03 - 2020.09
Showroom Manager
Peloton
2018.10 - 2019.03
PR Manager / Owner
The Kiosk
2018.04 - 2018.10
Sales & Marketing Executive
Uproar Vision
2017.11 - 2018.04
Founder
Ibiza Special Services
2017.05 - 2017.10
Recruitment Consultant
Hays
2016.01 - 2016.05
People Management Intern
Govia Thameslink Railway
2015.03 - 2015.03
Team Manager
Pandoras Box
2012.10 - 2014.05
Founder
Football Chasers
2010.06 - 2011.09
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Nottingham Trent University
/2012 - /2015
GCSEs - Psychology, Business Studies, History
Bedford Mordern School
/2010 - /2012