Gavin Chase

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

I am a highly enthusiastic and self-driven individual who has successfully

developed action plans that have delivered ‘win-win’ outcomes for CNA

International and its stakeholders, suppliers and clients. I have 20+ years’

experience in the executive search sector in various talent acquisition and

commercial management roles, where I have added tangible business

value to help maximise EBITDA.

I have extensive experience in the evaluation & appointment of third party

suppliers including negotiation of contract terms and effectively managing

the relationship to ensure delivery in line with KPI’s. This coupled with a

solid commercial awareness enables me to consistently deliver qualitative

and quantitative benefits.

Led the strategic implementation of CNA’s social media strategy promoting

the brand and updating the strategy in line with business requirements.

Developed highly effective content for use across social media, working

closely with relevant colleagues across the business to ensure accuracy

and relevance, significantly increasing audience engagement.

One of my key strengths is the ability to establish and maintain mutually

beneficial, internal and external relationships through a great interpersonal

approach. I am able to analyse complex information in order to promptly

draw out accurate conclusions and communicate these effectively in a

simple but compelling manner.

In summary, a Commercial Manager with expertise in digital marketing,

business development and purchasing initiatives.

Address: 17 The Laurels, Kings Norton,

Birmingham, B30 3NW

Tel: +44 (0)7838 206602

Email: gavin.chase@cnaint.com

Driving Licence: Full Clean QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Member of the Institute of Recruiters

Leicester Polytechnic

BSc Building Surveying

Cambridgeshire High School for Boys

7 O Levels

Numerous courses including:

Advanced Negotiating Skills

Commercial Management

Social Media Strategies

Effective Presentation Skills

Business Report Writing

Change Management

Employee Relation Management

CAREER HISTORY

CNA International

Global Franchising Partner

May 2015 – Present

CNA is part of the UK’s largest independent recruitment business – the Pertemps Network Group. As Global Franchise Partner I am responsible for the growth of our international executive search franchisee base in Europe, Asia and the Americas, through direct and indirect channels.

Root and branch review of marketing & business development

Implementation of strategic digital & social marketing initiatives

Launch of 2 new websites with inbound marketing drivers

Delivered content, multi-channels and marketing performance analytics while gaining a 360 degree view of target audiences

Reduced external marketing spend by 53% through contract negotiation and analysis of ROI

Provide ongoing operational support to 48 offices in 17 countries

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

Delivered high end lead management,

SEO, blogging, analytics and know your customer solutions

Established an internal online

social & business engagement

environment across 17 countries

Key operational support across

multi-functions, internationally

Opened up previously untapped

markets in Asia and the Americas

INTERESTS

CAREER HISTORY (CONTINUED)

CNA International Executive Search

Senior Partner

December 2008 – May 2015

As largely retained recruiters I specialise in executive

searches for Chief Financial Officers, Finance Directors

Financial Controllers, Procurement & Buying professionals

across the West Midlands, iGaming and Betting globally and

strategic Interim needs. In constant contact with the best,

speaking their language. No question!

My success as a head hunter and executive search

professional has led to over a thousand placements at

Senior Levels (Salary packages from GBP50,000 to

GBP750,000) in the top 500 FTSE/Nasdaq Blue Chip

Corporations, across the globe.

• Leadership and man-management of cross

functional teams to ensure delivery of targets.

• Working collaboratively with colleagues to design

successful customer-centred road maps in order to

enhance the customer experience.

• Smart influencing of internal stakeholders to ensure

effective inter office and international opportunities.

• Delivery of Best of Practice Masterclasses, Influencer and Mentor programmes, developing training manuals

and quality check methodologies

CNA International Executive Search

General Manager

April 2007 – December 2008 Day to day operational management of the CNA International, Wilde Pure Search and CNA Interim Management brands. Responsible for all commercial management and contract negotiations across 25 UK offices. Established significant partner programs based on key drivers and improved operational excellence for our customers and internal stakeholders.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

LinkedIn Profile: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/executive

Sibyl Consulting Co. (Overseas) Limited

Executive Vice President Europe

March 2003 – April 2007

Global head hunters for the converged communications

market. From 'blue chip' to start-ups, Pre-sales to CEOs,

telecommunications, data and software environments,

our assignments have supported businesses in identifying

the best human resource our industry can provide.

Drove the executive search and consulting

business into new market sectors including

Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking &

Financial Services and Professional

Services

Developed business plan, led accelerated

service offerings, achieved rapid market

entry.

Built leadership and sector teams;

identified strategic partners; led operational & commercial development;

spearheaded successful business development to key international clients

Held full P&L responsibility.

Marshall Renard International

Vice President June 1996 – March 2003 Executive search specialist for a range of

telecommunication and data networking

companies. Instrumental in client building and

completion of search assignments from inception

to completion. Built a four person specialist search

team engaging in European projects.

Humana International - Consultant June 1991 – June 1996

Chesterton International Property - Surveyor

September 1984 – June 1991

ORGANISATIONS

Ambassador for the Institute of Recruiters

The IOR is the professional body for HR, Agency

& In-House recruiters. The IOR represents

professionals by leveraging a performance driven

culture to deliver value to members through CPD