Steve Collinge
Group Managing Director @Insight Retail Group Ltd
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WORK HISTORY
Group Managing Director @Insight Retail Group Ltd
With responsibility for all commercial operations within IRG, including setting the strategic direction for the business, management of the growing team of researchers, content creators, web developers and experienced consultants and all aspects of the Marketing Mix.The business model is unique in this industry and the pace of our growth is matched only by the increasing range of new opportunities that present themselves. On a daily basis we interact with individual consumers through to the senior commercial teams of some of the largest retailers on the planet.
EDUCATION
North East Worcestershire College
HND, Business Studies & Finance
IMD
Orchestrating Winning Performance - Lausanne, Switzerland.
CIM | The Chartered Institute of Marketing
Diploma, Marketing
SKILLS
ABOUT STEVE COLLINGE
Managing Director @ IRG | Retail Intelligence ExpertManaging Director @ IRG | Strategic Insight & Commercial UnderstandingRetail Intelligence Leader at IRG with Global ExperienceAs the Managing Director of Insight Retail Group (IRG), I have been leading the commercial operations of a unique and innovative business that provides market-leading news, intelligence, analysis, and insight for the home improvement and gardening industries. With over 13 years of experience in this role, I have set the strategic direction for the business, managed a growing team of researchers, web developers, and experienced consultants, and overseen all aspects of the marketing mix.I have a proven track record of delivering competitive advantage to retailers and suppliers through intelligence, insight, and ideas. I have worked with a diverse range of clients, from individual consumers to the senior commercial teams of some of the largest retailers on the planet. I have also hosted visitors from overseas, including retailers, suppliers, investors, analysts, and potential customers, to help them understand and access the UK home improvement market. My specialties include strategic insight, commercial understanding, and broad experience of negotiating at a senior level with major retailers. I have in-depth knowledge of the UK and South African home improvement markets, and excellent relationships and multiple contacts with stakeholders in both regions. I have a thorough understanding of category management and successful category leadership. I am passionate about adding value to my clients\' businesses and helping them achieve sustainable and profitable growth.
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