David Bates
General Manager @Carclo
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WORK HISTORY
General Manager @Carclo
Aylesbury, GB
Lead a portfolio of operating businesses: Wipac Aftermarket, Coil Eyecare, Carclo Optics, and Carclo Fresnels.Accountable for P&L performance, strategic direction, and investment priorities across the portfolio.Drive commercial growth, operational efficiency, and portfolio alignment while respecting the distinct markets and identities of each business.Lead and support senior leadership teams to deliver on operational and commercial objectives.
EDUCATION
University of Northampton
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Marketing
SKILLS
ABOUT DAVID BATES
Within the role of General Manager, I have am responsible for a portfolio of businesses within Carclo Plc, operating across the automotive aftermarket, optics, and low-vision products sectors.I lead Wipac Aftermarket, Coil Eyecare, Carclo Optics, and Carclo Fresnels, with accountability for commercial performance, P&L, strategic direction, and leadership capability across each business.My focus is on value creation: setting clear strategy, strengthening leadership teams, and driving sustainable revenue growth, margin improvement, and disciplined investment.
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