Daniel Halfpap

Senior Vice President Sales Europe at Sirva

Germany

About

I am a commercially astute senior executive with over 25 years of international experience in global mobility, relocation services, and corporate transformation. With a proven ability to lead across EMEA, APAC, and the US, I bring a wealth of experience in business growth, client development, and strategic leadership. Known for building high-performing teams and establishing long-term client partnerships, I consistently deliver results through clear vision, effective execution, and collaborative leadership. My career is defined by a hands-on, people-first approach to business strategy. As a leader, I am committed to developing talent and enabling others to thrive. A core strength lies in my ability to quickly identify organisational and client pain points and translate them into targeted, scalable solutions. This clarity of vision and structured problem-solving has underpinned a strong record of driving global revenue growth and long-term commercial success.

Experience

  • Senior Vice President (SVP) Sales Europe at Sirva

  • Country Manager Germany & Austria at Crown Worldwide Group

    - Managed all business units in Germany, including P&L responsibility​ - Supervised over 40 employees across Frankfurt, Munich, and Hamburg, promoting a culture of excellence.​ - Analysed and expanded market positioning to strengthen brand presence and competitive advantage.​ - Directed marketing and sales activities, leading to increased sales and market share.​ - Established dedicated customer service teams, enhancing service quality and client retention.​

  • Regional Director Central Eastern Europe, Germany & Austria at Crown Worldwide Group

    - Expanded Country Manager role to oversee Central and Eastern Europe, managing P&L responsibilities across Germany, Austria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Romania, Poland and Russia - Led employees across multiple locations, fostering a cohesive and high-performing team environment.​ - Built and developed a business development team with tailored sales strategies, achieving significant revenue growth.​ - Implemented local customer service teams to ensure high-quality service delivery and client satisfaction.​

  • Director Business Development Central & Eastern Europe at Crown Worldwide Group

    - Led business development teams across Germany, Austria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Romania, Poland, and Russia, driving regional growth.​ - Implemented a sales-oriented corporate culture supporting global objectives, enhancing team productivity.​ - Organized strategic client and networking events to strengthen market presence and brand recognition.​

  • Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Sterling Lexicon

    - Lead Sterling Lexicon’s integrated global client solutions team across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions (professional and disciplinary). - Develop and execute global sales and marketing strategies, aligning with corporate objectives to drive revenue growth.​ - Oversee and orchestrate annual budgeting. - Facilitate the three-year strategic planning for sales and marketing departments. - Provide professional and disciplinary leadership to the global Tender Management and Marketing Team. - Orchestrate strategic tenders, including client presentations and contract negotiations, ensuring successful implementation.​ - Champion talent development initiatives to ensure robust succession planning.​

  • Group Director Client Solutions at Sterling Lexicon

    - Directed Business Development Teams across Germany, France, Spain, UK, and Singapore, achieving significant market expansion.​ - Led Tender Management Team, securing high-value contracts through strategic bidding processes.​ - Cultivated a sales culture in line with global corporate strategy, enhancing team performance and client satisfaction.​ - Conducted market positioning analysis, formulating and implementing sales strategies to bolster business growth.​ - Managed marketing and sales activities, actively participating in new client acquisition and relationship building.​ - Organized and moderated regular client events, fostering engagement and brand loyalty.​ - Recruited and mentored talent, focusing on career development and long-term succession planning.​

  • Director Germany at Sterling Lexicon

    - Managed all corporate activities in Germany, overseeing financial performance and operational efficiency.​ - Regularly reviewed key business metrics, including P&L statements, to inform strategic decisions.​ - Planned and presented annual corporate strategies to global management, aligning regional objectives with overarching goals.​ - Ensured daily operations met quality standards, implementing process improvements as necessary.​ - Led a team of over 15 employees, conducting performance reviews and setting tailored goals to drive professional growth.​

  • Corporate Account Director at Interdean Relocation Services GmbH

  • Project Manager Eastern Europe at hasenkamp International Transporte GmbH