Simon Gottschalk

IF is a tech studio that specialises in the ethical and practical uses of data and AI. - Worked alongside Founder/CEO and CFO to help develop the overarching business strategy for 2019/2020 - Wrote the business’s first People Strategy to lay foundations for a new working culture and enable an ambitious growth plan - Outlined 3, 6 and 12-month hiring plans and People Budget

The Talent Business is the world leader in executive search for businesses fuelled by innovation and creativity. - Part of UK Management Team with P&L responsibility, contributing to broader commercial strategy and operational oversight - Led an overhaul of all the business’s technology, search tools and processes to support future growth - Placements ranged from ‘Global CEO’ and ‘VP Digital Marketing’ to ‘Head of Commercial Partnerships’ and ‘Strategy Lead’

- Led a team of 15, overseeing day-to-day operations across a broad portfolio of accounts - Ran shadow P&L across each client, with responsibility for setting targets and working with teams to ensure they can be met - Shaped multi-discipline teams to ensuring the capabilities were aligned with internal and external needs - Clients: eBay, Epson, Absolute Radio, Gumtree, onthebeach.co.uk, Charities Aid Foundation, CaféDirect