Colin Mulligan
Sales/General Manager
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About
Dynamic, energetic sales manager with over 30 years experience gained at various levels throughout the retail industry. Gained invaluable experience during the last 14 years working for MotoGB in the Motorcycle industry, in all aspects of business from direct sales to promotion through trade shows country wide. Particularly good at establishing effective business relationships both in the UK and abroad to expand a marketing base.
Capacity to add significant value through a good commercial understanding of the Motorcycle and Automotive industry combined with experience of product development. Leading from the front having both B2B sales and retail management/team leader experience.
Experience
General Manager at Moto GB In2moto (2012 – Present)
Started work for MotoGB in April of 2012 as part of the management team; I have now opened two new stores within new areas, recruiting staff for all departments.
Sales/Marketing Manager at Gabriel Ash Ltd (2008-07 – 2012)
Responsible for the domestic sales of Gabriel ash, implementing sales strategies via marketing adverts and also the company website. Attending all RHS shows through the year and designing the show stand to show case Gabriel ash to the public.
Marketing Director at Coolvizion/FBB Ltd (1997-01 – 2008-06)
Responsible for the development and marketing of a new innovative product (visor insert) with the start-up and development of Coolvizion. The marketing included dealing with all major motorcycle publications including MCN and cold calling major outlets designing and implementing point of sale in over 1000 stores, subsequently developing good relations and establishing an excellent contact and market base. This resulted in the distribution of Coolvizion/FBB products to eight countries worldwide and also a wholesale base within the UK.
Sales/General Manager at MotoGB (2012 – Present)
Sales and marketing Manager at Gabriel ash (2008 – 2012)
business owner within the motorcycle industry at Coolvizion/FBB (1997 – 2008)
merchandiser/buyer/point of sale at Safeway (1995 – 1996)
merchandiser system 36 at Tesco (1989 – 1995)
Education
5 GCSEs – Blacon High School Chester (1983 – 1988)
