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Kathryn Thomson

RYDE

Summary

Dynamic Business Development Manager with a proven track record, adept in business development and planning, and customer service. Excelled in fostering key relationships, driving business growth through strategic planning and effective negotiations. Skilled in delivering compelling sales presentations, ensuring long-term client loyalty, and expanding client bases without relying on numerical percentages.


Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Manager

Versalux Lighting Systems
07.2023 - Current
  • Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decisionmakers.
  • Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
  • Represented company and promoted products at conferences and industry events.
  • Delivered compelling sales presentations to prospective clients, highlighting the unique value proposition of our products and services.

Business Development Manager

Schreder
04.2021 - 04.2023
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth for new portfolio.
  • Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
  • Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decisionmakers.
  • Facilitated regular communication with clients to ensure their needs were met, fostering long-lasting relationships built on trust and mutual respect.

Business Development Manager

Special Lights
07.2017 - 04.2021
  • Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
  • Established relationships with key decision-makers within customer's organization to promote growth and retention.
  • Delivered compelling sales presentations to prospective clients, highlighting the unique value proposition of our products and services.
  • Enhanced team productivity and efficiency through implementation of strategic project management tools and techniques.
  • Participated in trade shows and conferences to network and generate leads.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
  • Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume.

Business Development Manager

Euroluce
07.2014 - 07.2017

Responsible for the specification market in NSW and ACT.

  • Delivered recommendations to long-term accounts to promote brand awareness to key audience.
  • Communicated product quality and market comparisons by creating sales presentations.

National Key Account Manager

Philips Lighting
11.2005 - 08.2014
  • Contributed to strategic planning efforts designed to inform the ongoing growth of national key account management division.
  • Created customized sales proposals for key accounts, showcasing unique solutions tailored to their specific needs.
  • Participated in regional trade shows and industry events as a representative of the company, engaging with prospective clients while building brand awareness.
  • Delivered comprehensive sales presentations to potential clients, effectively communicating the value of products and services offered.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions for key accounts.
  • Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.

Skills

  • Business development and planning
  • Customer service
  • Negotiations

Timeline

Business Development Manager

Versalux Lighting Systems
07.2023 - Current

Business Development Manager

Schreder
04.2021 - 04.2023

Business Development Manager

Special Lights
07.2017 - 04.2021

Business Development Manager

Euroluce
07.2014 - 07.2017

National Key Account Manager

Philips Lighting
11.2005 - 08.2014
Kathryn Thomson