Otley, England, United Kingdom
A highly motivated, enthusiastic and accomplished publishing professional with excellent knowledge of the modern publishing world and understanding of developments in digital publishing and printing technology. Proven problem solving ability, exceptional communication, leadership and commercial skills plus an objective and practical outlook. A Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute, I can coach and mentor aspiring managers to improve their leadership and management abilities, achieve relevant professional qualifications and meet their employer’s strategic goals more fully. An experienced, MBA-qualified business manager with proven experience as a successful course leader, lecturer, mentor and trainer of managers. I have significant, practical experience in business development, entrepreneurial activity, business strategy and organisational change. My skills and abilities include: • Strong interpersonal and communication skills at all levels. • Wide-ranging experience of mentoring, supporting, training and developing managers for leadership. • 30 years’ work experience in different-sized businesses with a thorough understanding of business issues and management theory across many disciplines. • Thorough knowledge and understanding of the publishing and printing industries.
The publishing business is well established with a core team of staff providing, publishing, project management and fulfilment and distribution services. We have a well established online presence and provide a modern, professional service to academic institutions, societies and individuals. I personally oversee the day-to-day work in publishing, design and production and am involved with clients as well as providing strategic advice and training.
I led a number of courses at PTC including Book Production, Journal Production and Digital Book Production and Publishing to generally positive feedback and have run similar workshops and seminars at a number of large publishers including CUP, The Open University, Hodder Murray, Nelson Thornes and the Royal Society of Chemistry. I continue to be available to run seminars and workshops covering areas including printing and publishing, sales and marketing, business development and business strategy for professional organisations.