Sarah Downs
Chair (Aberdeen Branch) @Iod Scotland
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WORK HISTORY
Chair (Aberdeen Branch) @Iod Scotland
Aberdeen, GB
I’m delighted to be taking on the branch chair role, especially during what is undoubtedly an important time for businesses in Aberdeen as they navigate change. I share the passion with the IoD that better directors create better businesses, and in turn a better economy. If you\'d like further information about IoD or the Aberdeen & Grampian Branch, please get in touch “We are thrilled to welcome Sarah as our new chair of the Aberdeen branch. Her diverse career and personal experience, combined with her commitment to connecting and engaging with cross-sector directors in Aberdeen and the north-east mean our existing members and those who are considering joining have a true champion to work with as they focus on great governance and leadership.” Louise Macdonald OBE, National Director, IoD Scotland
EDUCATION
Institute of Directors (IoD)
Company Purpose and ESG (virtual course)
The Institute of Directors
Certificate in Company Direction
The Institute of Directors
Strategy for Directors, Director
Robert Gordon University
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration, Management and Operations
The Institute of Directors
The Role of the Board and Director, Director
Institute of Directors (IoD)
Leading from the Chair (Virtual course)
The Institute of Directors
Leadership for Directors, Director
The Institute of Directors
Finance for Non-Finance Directors, Director
ABOUT SARAH DOWNS
Want to know more? See below… From Trauma Nurse to Business Consultant, I am passionate about growing business, creating sustainable results and supporting the people within. I know the importance of starting with the MRI and not the Surgery! DOQARU LTD – Since our launch, we have worked with over 150 growth-minded businesses across 11 countries to enable their B2B sales function. We do this by deeply understanding our clients’ business using data, industry knowledge and strategic insights. Typically, the outcomes of our work are that our clients grow in confidence, develop core competencies and processes that drive more predictable sales performance. Happy to have a chat – just send me a message! INSTITUTE OF DIRECTORS (IoD) – In June 2021, I was appointed as Chair of the Aberdeen Branch. With business at the heart of our economy, I care about creating ‘better directors’ to build ‘better businesses’. If you’d like to know more about IoD membership or would like to feedback on membership experience, please get in touch. WHAT ELSE? Listed on the EB100 Top UK SMEs List 2023 IoD Qualified Director (Cert in Company Direction) Fellow of the Association of Professional Sales (APS) Board Advisor for NEW Solutions CIC Co-host of Business Connect UK (Energy Group) Experienced NED Great British Entrepreneur Winner 2022 Scottish Business Awards Winner 2022 Young Entrepreneur of The Year Finalist 2019 Podcast Host – Sales Insights with Sarah (on Spotify & Apple)#1 Bestselling Author on Amazon – Purposeful People (Chapter 2) Co-Founder of The Sales Club (45k + members) on Clubhouse @sarahdowns Learning piano (again!) I enjoy building Lego with my 7 year old son LET\'S TALK Message me on LinkedIn, call 07•••••••21 or email s••••@doqaru.com RELEVANT KEYWORDS Business Development Consultant, Sales Consultant, Business Turnaround and Growth, Business and Sector Diversification, Sales Growth, Sales Team Evaluation, Sales Recruitment, Sales Strategy, Sales Process Creation, Event Management, Business Strategy, Networking Strategy, Business Coaching, Sales Coaching, Business Development Training, Networking Training, Mentoring.
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