If you have a sales & marketing challenge - let's talk.
a quick introduction...
As a senior manager working in global markets, I specialise in making long-lasting connections between organisations and customers.
Win-wins are what I look for in every role and I like working through difficult challenges creatively and collaboratively. I am motivated by getting results and ensure pragmatic actions come from sound business strategy. I have a broad range of general management and sales & marketing skills, which means I am ‘hands-on’ across all sorts of interesting work.
Experience within the energy, advanced manufacturing, and high-tech sectors across 13 countries has shown me a deep understanding of markets and customer behaviour.
WHAT I'VE DONE
I’ve turned emerging technologies into new products and launched them in foreign markets. I have integrated business acquisitions into existing organisations. Re-branding, re-positioning, and leading dispersed sales & marketing teams are what I do best.
I have a deep understanding of marketing across traditional and digital channels. I know the theory about engaging with customers, and how to turn it into practice, because I know what it takes to make things happen in the real world - whether it's directly, or through distributors.
WHAT I DO
I offer a unique blend of strategic, operational, and technical expertise. Developing and implementing strategy, new product development, marketing, business development, sales, PR & communications are all part of the package.
If it’s a technical, complex, or solution based product; I know how to ‘go-to-market’ and grow businesses efficiently. Whether it’s working in a start-up launching a new product, or managing established distribution channels, I've delivered results - successfully.
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), International Business
Swinburne University of Technology
Engineering (Mech)
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
Achievements
Advisor/consultant to U.S. based energy tech start-ups
Technical and commercial (MBA) qualifications
Experience in web, digital, social media.
Advanced MS Office skills
Grew start-up company revenue 30x over 7 years.
Endorsed by co-workers or clients
Significant experience leading cross-functional teams
Years experience
Sales & Marketing
20+
Innovation & Leadership
20+
International Business
20+
Product Management
20+
Business Development
19
Marketing Strategy
20+
Web & digital
15
New Product Development
15
INTRAprenurship
14
Product support
13
Business Strategy
13
Management
13
public relations
12
Contract Negotiation
11
Team Leadership
10
Business Planning
10
Strategic Planning
9
Project Management
10
Start-ups
9
Clean energy technologies
7
Energy
7
Market research
6
Engineering
4
Entrepreneurship
3
5 minutes with Trent
What are you currently doing?
I'm the Sales & Marking Director for Horizon Global. We own some of the iconic brands in the Australian automotive industry. The company operates across three channels; aftermarket, Original Equipment (OE), and retail.
What are your core strengths?
Thinking about my background and experience I would say:
Understanding the technical processes behind innovative products or complex technologies
Deep experience in marketing these products efficiently and effectively to customers
Having the innate ability to sell whilst being structured and process oriented
I know how to grow and manage businesses in global markets
