Independent consultation & business support services, with expertise in the following areas:-FOOD & PROCESSING INDUSTRIES – The provision of management services to support the identification, selection and supply of technology & services for a wide range of FMCG industries. An in-depth understanding of the food industry, including confectionery, edibles, breakfast cereals, grain processing, ingredients, snack foods, cookie & cracker, pet treats/ food, TVP's, bread plus the industrial powder coating & biodegradable packaging sectors.INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT - Selection, development and mentoring of global commercial teams. Restructuring and development of global sales networks through identifying, apprising, appointment and management of new agents & distributors for both developed and emerging economies.COMMERCIAL MANAGEMENT - Negotiation of complex technical sale and purchase agreements, with in-depth understanding of commercial law and contractual T&C's.NEGOTIATION – Building of long-term client relationships and leading complex negotiations with suppliers, multinationals and SME's. In-depth understanding of North American & Asian markets.GENERAL MANAGEMENT – Instigator and leader of business change. Overseeing the restructure of organizations to adapt to new market opportunities and challenges.BUSINESS STRATEGY - Development and implementation of business plans to deliver significant and sustainable improvement in operational and financial performance.