Nick Atkins

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT NICK ATKINS

After a break of 23 years, I have returned to the world of retail sales where I have always enjoyed the interactions with customers and a great time of staff. Before this I worked with companies across the world in figuring out the best way of safely storing lifesaving equipment, I gained a wealth of experience in this sector. I enjoyed the discussions and problem solving, to come up with very effective solutions. Putting yourself in the shoes of the people who may need to use the equipment is key. Having worked for a Japanese company for 15 years, means I have that desire to constantly improve our service and our products. Being an ideas person and curious too, makes this a fun process. Some of this product development, has involved working with innovation/ research organisations such as Catapult UK and Innovation UK, in areas such as offshore wind. Also, with a Bio-medical company, Addmaster, on anti-microbial technology on behalf of the NHS. In addition, being part of a team collaborating with the University of Bristol, on cabinets able to withstand cyclone wind speeds in Australia and elsewhere. I\'ve taken part in Trade missions organised by the Department for Business and trade DBT), along with the Energy Industry council (EIC), to help promote UK exports. Also, presented to students at the University of Exeter, to encourage them to work in the manufacturing sector as well as the benefits/enjoyment of working with people across the globe. Now part of a consortium of UK suppliers, helping to develop the Naval Defence sector.After a stint as the marketing manager at Jo Bird, I\'m now in the part time Business Development role in addition to my account responsibilities in Scandinavia, Northern Europe and the Americas.