Catalyst 4 Growth, Sales and Marketing panel discussion
Join this panel discussion brought to you by The Biz Life by GG, our daily Clubhouse show with resident mentors;
Dr George Marano
Shane McNulty
Krys Francini
Key takeaways;
We'll answer the all important what channels to choose to market your business
How does confidence and being self-aware strengthen your sales delivery?
Managing sales teams and what are some of the incentives that can deliver great results
ABOUT GEORGE
With over 20 years of professional experience, Dr. Marano has developed a unique outlook towards strategy courtesy of his consulting, business experience and academic background. His depth and breadth of knowledge spans across his work in and with corporate, government, not-for-profit, industry bodies, start-ups, academia and additionally his own entrepreneurial endeavours.
ABOUT KRYS
“15 years ago, as a young couple with a growing family, the plunge into business ownership was not without challenge; business is full of ups and downs and has a lot of learning opportunities on the way; A self-confessed Workaholic I am part of a strong husband and wife team and love the journey that being a business owner brings”
Krys has a successful history in business start-ups; with a strong business acumen her strength is in systems and procedures and the establishment of strong teams in order to ensure business’ work strong without her and more importantly make a profit.
Her experience as a business owner began in 2007 when her husband Adam quit his job and established an Electrical and Mechanical business specializing in automation – Automated Control Solutions. After the creation of Automated combined with on the ground experience, and a compulsion for study, Krys and Adam started an accounts / bookkeeping / system streamliner company– Absolute Corporate Solutions; leaning on what they had learnt with Automated, this company has helped loads of people navigate through the messy terrains of Business.
In 2015 Adam and Krys established The Alphabet Academy Sydney growing it to multiple suites as of 2021.
In 2020 looking for the next challenge; the couple purchased their first territory with the brand Socca Joeys.
In 2021 – The Power couple have recently established Eduplay, an Educational program online with sensory supplies for children of all ages, this micro business started In COVID.
Her directorship of these company enables her and her team to share skills and experiences with other business owners, her strong skills in leadership, systems, and proven success in establishing business from the ground up along with a passion for learning allows her to bring a unique perspective to business.
ABOUT SHANE
Shane is an experienced CEO, executive coach, management consultant, facilitator and trainer with both local and international operating experience .
He's created three successful start ups as well as managing publicly listed companies.
A demonstrated ability in developing strategy and delivering improved sales and financial results.
These skills are matched with strong communication skills that create an environment of collaboration with teams & individuals to quickly distil issues and opportunities into actionable solutions.
Exposure across Building Products, Plumbing, Consumer Appliances, Management Consulting and Sporting Goods sectors.
Formal qualifications in HR (UNSW), Accounting (UTS), Marketing (UTS) and Coaching (IECL).
Graduate Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Skills Base
Sales and Customer Development.
Leadership & Culture Change.
Strategy Creation and Implementation.
Brand Management and Growth.
Financial and Commercial Acumen
Distribution Knowledge
ABOUT REBECCA (MC)
Rebecca Swanson is a dedicated professional in the fields of business strategy and personal mastery. Formerly a corporate executive who personally experienced a physical and mental breakdown from adrenal exhaustion, this being her awakening. A process of self-rediscovery led to a degree in psychology, training certifications in NLP, many alternative therapies and ancient wisdom studies. Through her workshops and private sessions, Rebecca combines neuroscience and ancient wisdom with lessons from her personal journey to inspire, educate and motivate business leaders. Rebecca inspires the courage required to go deep and have real conversations with yourself, your families and colleagues, so you can live a bold, courageous and authentic life. Rebecca is committed to ensuring that all business leaders achieve clarity and emotional wellbeing through balance of their inner and outer lives.