Christo Briedenhann
CEO
Centurion,GP
Summary
Dynamic CEO with a proven track record at StratIT Holdings, driving substantial business growth through strategic decision-making and financial acumen. Expert in talent development and crisis management, I successfully established new revenue streams and built strong partnerships, enhancing operational excellence and achieving high sales targets across multiple regions.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
StratIT Holdings Pty LTD
02.2017 - Current
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Drove profitability with thorough financial analysis and strategic decisionmaking.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services.
Regional Sales Manager
HPE
01.2015 - 02.2017
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients in assigned sales territories.
- Organized regular sales meetings, providing comprehensive updates on market trends, competitor analysis, and new product developments.
- Managed team of 9 regional sales representatives and consistently achieved high sales targets.
- Increased regional sales by implementing strategic marketing plans and nurturing key client relationships.
- Achieved regional sales objectives by coordinating sales team, developing successful strategies, and servicing accounts to strengthen business relationships.
Regional Sales Manager
SimpliVity
04.2013 - 01.2015
- Managed team of 10 regional sales representatives and consistently achieved high sales targets.
- Expanded market share within the region by identifying growth opportunities and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Executed successful marketing campaigns to generate new business and expand customer base.
- Collaborated with senior executives to evaluate performance in regional area and develop strategies to expand revenue generation.
- Contacted key accounts regularly and achieved high satisfaction scores by routinely re-assessing needs and resolving conflicts.
Regional Sales Manager
Riverbed
06.2006 - 03.2013
- Managed team of 12 regional sales representatives and consistently achieved high sales targets.
- Finalized sales contracts with high-value customers.
- Exceeded quarterly sales targets consistently by leveraging extensive product knowledge and effective selling techniques.
- Cultivated strong partnerships with distributors and retailers to increase product visibility and drive sales volume.
- Streamlined sales processes to improve efficiency, resulting in increased productivity and overall revenue growth.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by addressing inquiries promptly, resolving issues, and providing exceptional service.
Business Unit Manager
Datacentrix Holdings
01.1995 - 04.2003
- Implemented innovative marketing initiatives for increased brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Communicated regularly with executive leadership regarding progress updates, challenges, and achievement highlights within the unit.
- Monitored performance metrics regularly to identify areas for improvement and drive continuous progress.
- Mentored junior staff members, supporting their professional growth within the organization.
- Managed complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective procurement of goods and services.
Systems Analyst and Programmer
Infoplan
01.1982 - 02.1995
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for business challenges.
- Created detailed documentation for both internal reference and client-facing presentations, improving communication between stakeholders.
- Gathered requirements and performed gap analysis through design workshops with users.
- Provided expert technical support, reducing system downtime and minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Implemented strategic IT initiatives, contributing to overall company growth and success.
- Spearheaded efforts to adopt emerging technologies within the organization, keeping pace with industry advancements.
- Designed user-friendly interfaces for various software applications, increasing ease of use and functionality.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Management
UNISA
Pretoria 04.2001 -
Skills
Talent development
Crisis management
Succession planning
Mergers and acquisitions
Financial acumen
Operational excellence
Timeline
CEO
StratIT Holdings Pty LTD
02.2017 - Current
Regional Sales Manager
HPE
01.2015 - 02.2017
Regional Sales Manager
SimpliVity
04.2013 - 01.2015
Regional Sales Manager
Riverbed
06.2006 - 03.2013
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Management
UNISA
04.2001 -
Business Unit Manager
Datacentrix Holdings
01.1995 - 04.2003
Systems Analyst and Programmer
Infoplan
01.1982 - 02.1995