I am a dynamic, astute, qualified and experienced sales and marketing management professional with specialist pedigree in classical marketing, sales, branding, marketing strategy and communications. Currently the working in an ICT & Change Management consultancy as a Brand and Communications Specialist before that I worked in my own Marketing consultancy Jikijela Communication & Advertising. Versatile industry acumen with full stack marketing pedigree and experience covering the automotive, manufacturing, advertising, media marketing and consulting sectors. I have strong automotive marketing management pedigree having worked at Sabaru SA as a Marketing Manager, and General Motors SA as a marketing Communications Coordinator and Marketing Brand Analyst. Proven competencies in the areas of business development, customer, account, category, product, market and brand management. Experience includes development of winning brand positioning, strategies, plans and activations that contribute to the delivery of the business goals. Overall strong business acumen coupled with excellent marketing insight with a proven track record in assisting companies in developing and implementing effective marketing strategies. I have distinguished myself amongst peers as a credible leader, harnessing cross functional and multi-disciplinary teams to achieve major enterprise change objectives. PROFESSIONAL SKILLS • Brand Management • Brand Positioning and Strategy • Sales Management • Marketing Management • Marketing Communications • Marketing Strategy • New Business Development • Key Account Management • Advertising • Media Planning • Strategic Business Management • Commercial Strategy • Consumer Insights • Relationship Management • Vision, Strategy, Execution & Leadership PERSONALITY TRAITS • Innovator, Strategist & Mentor • Brand Builder • Entrepreneurial mindset & approach • Change leader • Passionate advocate • Results oriented • Experienced in diversity