Steven Andrew Selwood

• Monitored documentation and implementation of key contract applications and working capital processes.
• Negotiated contracts, securing optimum conditions for business expansion.
• Managed multiple partner relationships and internal projects simultaneously in fast-paced work environment.
• Allocated resources strategically to achieve high ROI and minimise financial cost.

• Leading the commercial development of an analytics tool within a private equity focussed executive search and insights business
• Head up the taking of the Leadership Dynamics product to market
• Sold Leadership Dynamics products to the value of 110% of forecast
• Provide leadership analytics insights to Private Equity investors and portfolio businesses
• Develop and maintain commercial relationships with clients
• Handle the commercial development of the Leadership Dynamics offer
• Work with channel partners to develop new routes to market
• Negotiate scaling opportunities with channel partners and private equity funds

• Working for global sports tech company to help re-launch of ground- breaking motion sensor device
• Develop and manage key global relationships such as PCA, Cricket South Africa, first class sides and t20 franchises
• Develop and network of key influencer coaches and players
• Formulate SM marketing strategy and manage agency relationships
• Brand Ambassador/ Athlete management
• Form distribution partner networks and find global distributors
• Work with partners cricketcrazy.io to create the world's first cricket specific blockchain platform including NFTs, gaming, ticketing and merchandise

Successfully led a semi- professional sports club from third tier division to premier league champions. Quadrupled overall turnover within 5 years and doubled the size of the junior section. Revolutionised the working culture of the club from volunteer- based labour pool to creating and leading a team of full time and part time staff and volunteers. Redeveloped the off and on field facilities.

· Building and leading a team of paid and volunteer staff for cricket teams, junior section, female cricket, bar & events & facilities management.

· Spearheading a large-scale ground redevelopment project, including managing the planning applications, funding, contractors, complex budgeting and implementation.

· Large scale fundraising for specific projects and day to day running and key stakeholder management.

· Commercial and sponsorship strategy and delivery as well as developing marketing & communications including development of social media presence and a new website.

· Player recruitment strategy including international placements.

· Leading a team to deliver club fundraising and event planning alongside The Saracens Foundation.

· Formulating and delivering club Community Outreach programme

Created a sports coaching business in 2007 which is now a well-recognised brand in corporate sports events, consultancy and management, and coaching.

• Contract negotiation and player placement at professional and amateur clubs.
• Forging commercial opportunities with TV companies and publishing houses.
• Developing and managing relationships with club and franchise owners, Chief Executives and coaches.
• Creation of corporate arm including partnerships with JP Morgan, Strongbow, Thackery Estate and media companies.

• Interim position dealing with forging of new opportunities in the residential and commercial property markets
• Leveraging of existing networks
• Building new stock of sites
• Land search
• Negotiation of deals

• Formulated and executed innovative sales strategies, resulting in increased market share and revenue growth.
• Produced and implemented strategic commercial plans to grow profit and meet organisational objectives.
• Directed market research initiatives to identify emerging trends and opportunities, informing strategic business decisions.
• Implemented effective pricing strategies, balancing competitiveness with profitability.
• Exceeded sales targets by establishing goals and incremental metrics to drive commercial performance.
• Carefully analysed customer and market insight to improve products and profit margins.

• Created excellence in coaching planning, marketing and delivery lead to a 300% growth in junior section and turnover up 400% on on-field activity.