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 In today’s competitive world nothing speaks lauder than actual facts and achievements. I have more than 25 years of work experience in various fields of business development, marketing, management and sales, providing advanced leadership, performance, and strategic planning to leading organizations. </p>
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 My background in managing large number of employees across different departments, and my ability to build long-term strategies and strong client relationships has allowed me to contribute to the profitability and success of major organizations. </p>
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 I am now seeking the opportunity to join a company such as yours in a management position. </p>
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 My roles in the past ranged from General Manager to Client Service Director. My strategies deliver results: I have increased company profits, secured key client accounts, and created brand awareness and value for clientele. </p>
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 A sample of my highlights while serving in the above and additional positions include:</p>
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 ؠ Founded Picasso Media Gulf and grew customers’ base by 150% in the first year. </p>
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 ؠ Achieved 100% of return on capital investment in the first year of operation as Managing Director at Picasso Media Gulf.</p>
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 ؠ Introduced new media format previously unavailable in the market creating business growth and competitive advantage.</p>
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 ؠ Brought number of international acts, live concerts to the Kingdom of Bahrain, negotiated contracts and terms with performing artists.</p>
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 ؠ Secured 690,000 USD (260,000 BHD) by negotiating 8 new client retainer contracts in the first year as  General Manager at PML (Poster Management Limited)</p>
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 ؠ Managed the accounts of company’s top 10 clients with total turnover of more than 1 Million USD  (400,000 BHD) at Fortune Promo-Seven</p>
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 ؠ Successfully closed sales target of 420, 000 SR in selling paper products during the first year of employment, followed by 20 to 30% increase each year at NAPCO (National Paper Products)</p>
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 ؠ Expanded business to two new cities in Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia (remote areas).</p>
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 ؠ As Export Sales Supervisor for all GCC countries, for a new product – coated paper, I achieved sales of 1,400,000 SR, above the target.</p>
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 These points are indicative of some of the exceptional skills I possess in the strategic business development, sales and marketing, as well as my ability to manage complex operations. For a more detailed presentation of my skills and background, please review the enclosed resume and feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience.</p>
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 Thank you for your consideration.</p>
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 <strong>Sincerely, </strong></p>
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 <strong>Richard Yaacoub </strong></p>
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 M: +966 599932223</p>
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 E: <u>richardjacob@me.com</u></p>