Ferrol Oulton

Accomplished Development Manager with innovative leadership style and expertise in brand positioning strategies and international exposure which offers an advantage as far as understanding of various business eco-systems. Outstanding sales and marketing talents to manage product-related budgets. Great influencing and critical communication strengths, skilled in growing sales and improving stakeholder relations. Strategically-minded in capturing new business and leveraging dynamic market opportunities. Accomplished in exceeding targets with a results-driven approach. Impressive track record of retaining client relationships. Innovative program management, strategic planning and team leadership skills. Successful team builder. Offering over 25 years of experience developing and maximizing sales, building and retaining accounts by providing sound financial advice and attentive service.

• Work from Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in business development, with a strong network in the property or financial real estate sector and knowledge of African real estate markets and financing.
• Proven experience in client engagement and conversions for large-scale programs or products.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience working with high-level clients in property development, financial institutions, or related sectors.
• Familiarity with building relationships with financial institutions, funds, and asset managers.
• Experience working with financial intermediaries to develop products and services that support resilient building projects is highly valued.
• Start-up experience is a plus, but not required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, meet tight deadlines, and thrive under pressure.
• Sound business judgment and project management skills, with an ability to deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience or knowledge of cities, city-wide infrastructure, and urban planning is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for engaging internal and external stakeholders.

• Built my own book of clients of 600 from scratch, based on referrals, cold calling as well as marketing. Assets under management were at R45 million.
• Managed two provident schemes
• RFP Member of Financial Planning Institute with NQF level 5 in Financial Services Wealth Management
• Setting up HR & training systems to ensure increased efficiency
• Successful integration into international workplaces, adjusting and excelling in various roles in several countries.