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Mark Poole

Over 15 years experience of Business Development and Operations within the luxury sector
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About

A commercially savvy, highly organised, analytical and passionate professional with over 15 years' experience in B2B consultative business development, sales and revenue growth within the premium / luxury retail and hospitality sectors. Comfortable operating at all levels; from cold-calling prospects to shaking the hand of a CEO when closing a new deal. In the pre-pandemic period: - Exceeded my sales target for new retail leases by 34% at Hammerson-owned shopping centres. - Renewed 94% of expiring leases.

Previous Brands
CADOGAN
Ouronyx
Various companies
Hammerson
Agent Provocateur
Westfield
The World
I Hennig & Co. Ltd.
Highbury Entertainment
BMG Music Publishing
Work Experience
Partnerships and Place Manager - Sloane Street
Oct ‘23 -
CADOGAN

Destination Marketing Manager
Sep ‘22 - Oct ‘23
CADOGAN

Cadogan is a dynamic property manager, investor and developer with a 300-year family history. We are here for the long-term, seeking to protect and enhance the character and vitality of one of London’s finest neighbourhoods. www.cadogan.co.uk

Head Of Business Development
Jan ‘22 - Jul ‘22
Ouronyx

"Ouronyx is a brand new facial aesthetics clinic built around the concept of less is more". Vogue www.ouronyx.com/experience

Business Consultant
Jun ‘21 - Jan ‘22
Various companies

New business development for several UK and US companies in the premium / luxury sector (NDA covered).

Business Development / Retail Leasing - Luxury and Premium Brands
Apr ‘19 - Jun ‘21
Hammerson

We create vibrant, continually evolving spaces, in and around thriving cities, where people and brands want to be. www.hammerson.com

Project Marketing Manager (FTC)
Sep ‘18 - Mar ‘19
Agent Provocateur

Founded in 1994 deep in Soho’s underbelly, Agent Provocateur carved out a notorious anti-establishment narrative inspired by its punk roots and became renowned for not being afraid to shake things up. Straddling the Nineties and Noughties, AP brought the hidden to the forefront and provided women with lingerie that screamed confidence, sensuality and irreverence. Today Agent Provocateur is an iconic global brand, known for our provocative attitude, exceptional design, exquisite fabrics and our playfulness. We remain inspired by our rebellious roots and revel in pushing the boundaries of ordinary. www.agentprovocateur.com

Head of Retail Relations / Mall Manager - Luxury and Premium Brands
Jul ‘14 - Apr ‘18
Westfield

Westfield creates and operates flagship assets in leading markets that deliver great experiences for retailers, brands and consumers. Focused on innovation and a digital platform that converges with their physical portfolio to better connect retailers, brands and consumers. With flagship retail destinations in London, New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles among its portfolio. I was responsible for developing strategies to drive turnover and footfall (local / national / international) at all luxury / premium retailers at Westfield. I further developed my leadership ability, recruiting and training a team of three and managed the interface between Centre Management and retailers across all aspects of their business (marketing, tourism, events, trading statistics etc.) www.westfield.com

Global Ambassador
Mar ‘14 -
The World

The World is the only private residential community-at-sea where its Residents may travel the globe without ever leaving home. Since it first set sail in 2002, The World has visited over 800 ports in approximately 140 countries. With a continuous worldwide itinerary that enables the vessel to span the globe every two-to-three years, the Ship is a complete floating city, equipped with high-end facilities and luxurious amenities that create an intimate, refined atmosphere for Resident owners. This strikingly beautiful Ship promises gracious and personal service in a warm, inviting ambiance much like that of a private yacht, well-staffed private home or exclusive country club. www.aboardtheworld.com

Sales and Marketing Director
Nov ‘06 - Dec ‘13
I Hennig & Co. Ltd.

The world's oldest and largest international diamond-brokering consultancy with seven offices worldwide; the firm represents the majority of the seventy eight global clients who purchase rough diamonds from De Beers’ Diamond Trading Company (DTC). The Company offers marketing, sales, NPD, project management, finance, and recruitment services; annual sales of $50m and fifty staff. www.ihennig.com

Sales and Marketing Director
Feb ‘04 - Nov ‘06
Highbury Entertainment

Entertainment and lifestyle magazine publisher. Now part of Future PLC www.futureplc.com

Worldwide Marketing Manager
Aug ‘96 - Nov ‘03
BMG Music Publishing

Bertelsmann Music Group Now part of Universal Music Publishing www.umusicpub.com

Languages
English - Native
London, UK