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Charles Degraft-Johnson
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Charles expertise lies in the use of the latest Internet Marketing, Software, Mobile Application & Multimedia technologies to improve business efficiency and growth. He has had over 25 years of experience working in all areas of business including Training, Finance, Human Resources, Marketing and Operations. His unique holistic approach fuses his Psychology, Marketing, Social Media & IT expertise to assist businesses to achieve their growth goals. Charles' unique person-centred holistic approach ensures that his strategies work to drive a business to success while staying true to a company's core values. Charles has advised many companies internationally such as Banks, Governments, Hotels, Health Care Provider, Health & Safety consultancies, IT Companies, Multimedia Enterprises, SAAS businesses, E-commerce businesses, SMEs and individual entrepreneurs. He has also owned and managed many start-up businesses of his own. After taking a 12-month hiatus to care for a terminally relative, Charles is now looking to provide his services to businesses, individuals & entrepreneurs.
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2009 - ?
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Multimedia Business Owner
Charleeboy Audio Visual.
https://charleeboyav.com/ is a multimedia company that specialises in creating bespoke Videos and Audio for businesses including the following: -
• Social Media Marketing Videos
• YouTube Vlogger Videos
• Online Course Training Videos
• Music Promotion Videos
• Affiliate Marketing Videos
• Interview Videos
• Branded Video Content
Charles is an accomplished Videographer, Video Editor, & Colour Grader. Also, he is an experienced musician & sound designer, who has produced music for film & TV. He can also create bespoke music for video productions.
Previous Clients: -
• Vista Bonita Hotel Resort - (Gran Canaria, Spain)
• Pullman Hotel - (Zhangjiajie, China)
• Karen Fitzgerald Art - (New York, USA)
• La Cle Entertainment - (Dubai, UAE)
• Gryphon Fabricators - (New York, USA)
• Fizyoform - (Adana, Turkey)
• The Three Degrees (Legendary Singing Group)
• Sweet Female Attitude (Singing Group)
• Claudia Patrice (Singer / TV Personality)
Key Achievements: -
◦ The creation of an Online Hand Reflexology Course. Using his video production skills and video, PPC & behavioural marketing talents he has sold over 3500 courses downloaded, grossing over £21700 in 2 years.
◦ His bespoke music has been used by International Companies for offline and online promotions
◦ Using Social Media & Video Marketing & Email Marketing to create and grow the largest Reflexologist Network in the world with over 70000 members.
WORK EXPERIENCE
• Social Media Marketing Videos
• YouTube Vlogger Videos
• Online Course Training Videos
• Music Promotion Videos
• Affiliate Marketing Videos
• Interview Videos
• Branded Video Content
Charles is an accomplished Videographer, Video Editor, & Colour Grader. Also, he is an experienced musician & sound designer, who has produced music for film & TV. He can also create bespoke music for video productions.
Previous Clients: -
• Vista Bonita Hotel Resort - (Gran Canaria, Spain)
• Pullman Hotel - (Zhangjiajie, China)
• Karen Fitzgerald Art - (New York, USA)
• La Cle Entertainment - (Dubai, UAE)
• Gryphon Fabricators - (New York, USA)
• Fizyoform - (Adana, Turkey)
• The Three Degrees (Legendary Singing Group)
• Sweet Female Attitude (Singing Group)
• Claudia Patrice (Singer / TV Personality)
Key Achievements: -
◦ The creation of an Online Hand Reflexology Course. Using his video production skills and video, PPC & behavioural marketing talents he has sold over 3500 courses downloaded, grossing over £21700 in 2 years.
◦ His bespoke music has been used by International Companies for offline and online promotions
◦ Using Social Media & Video Marketing & Email Marketing to create and grow the largest Reflexologist Network in the world with over 70000 members.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Network, Social, USA, Affiliate marketing, Online, Production, International, China, Music, Videographer, Video Editor, Affiliate, TV, Social Media, Audio, Youtube, Content, Movie, Interview, PPC, Training, Email marketing, Video, Video content, Social Media Marketing, Marketing
1994 - ?
freelance
Freelance IT/Business Consultant
International Locations.
Charles has provided IT, Marketing, Business. HR consultancy for Multinational companies, Banks, finance companies and the UK Government, SMEs and individual Entrepreneurs
Previous Clients: -
• Kleintex Nottingham
• H.M.R.C Capital Taxes Office
• H.M.R.C VAT Office
• Perot Systems (Dell)
• Methods Advisory
• Cambridge Building Society
• Kensington Mortgage Company
• RE: SYSTEMS Bakewell
• Leeds & Holbeck Building Society
• Pet Protect Insurance
• Faccenda Holdings (Avara Foods)
• ICL Financial Services
• Canada House Arts Trust
• Argos Ltd
• Skills Motor Company
• Capital One Bank
• PowerGen
• KPN Mobile Netherlands
• CPA Global Jersey
• Royal Bank of Scotland
• Nationwide Building Society
• FilmTrack USA
• PPSL Computer Systems
• Royal Bank of Scotland
• NatWest Bank
• Adobe Systems
• Life and Sole Foot Clinic Eye
• Websense Pro Pakistan
Major Key Achievements: -
◦ The design and creation of one of the world's first Staff intranet systems for HMRC Capital Taxes Office
◦ The Lead Technical Architect and Designer of the UK Government Online HMRC VAT website & system.
◦ The design and implementation of one of the world's first fully integrated & automated Ecommerce Warehouse dispatch system for Argos
◦ Mortgage Application workflow automation for Nationwide Building Society
◦ Use of automated Personality & Psychometric testing systems to assist in HR recruitment & IT Project Team building
◦ Accident Reporting management system & automation for The Nationwide Building Society
◦ Practice management system web & mobile application, that fully manages all aspects of the business, using Artificial intelligence to improve business efficiency and reduce outgoing expenses
WORK EXPERIENCE
Previous Clients: -
• Kleintex Nottingham
• H.M.R.C Capital Taxes Office
• H.M.R.C VAT Office
• Perot Systems (Dell)
• Methods Advisory
• Cambridge Building Society
• Kensington Mortgage Company
• RE: SYSTEMS Bakewell
• Leeds & Holbeck Building Society
• Pet Protect Insurance
• Faccenda Holdings (Avara Foods)
• ICL Financial Services
• Canada House Arts Trust
• Argos Ltd
• Skills Motor Company
• Capital One Bank
• PowerGen
• KPN Mobile Netherlands
• CPA Global Jersey
• Royal Bank of Scotland
• Nationwide Building Society
• FilmTrack USA
• PPSL Computer Systems
• Royal Bank of Scotland
• NatWest Bank
• Adobe Systems
• Life and Sole Foot Clinic Eye
• Websense Pro Pakistan
Major Key Achievements: -
◦ The design and creation of one of the world's first Staff intranet systems for HMRC Capital Taxes Office
◦ The Lead Technical Architect and Designer of the UK Government Online HMRC VAT website & system.
◦ The design and implementation of one of the world's first fully integrated & automated Ecommerce Warehouse dispatch system for Argos
◦ Mortgage Application workflow automation for Nationwide Building Society
◦ Use of automated Personality & Psychometric testing systems to assist in HR recruitment & IT Project Team building
◦ Accident Reporting management system & automation for The Nationwide Building Society
◦ Practice management system web & mobile application, that fully manages all aspects of the business, using Artificial intelligence to improve business efficiency and reduce outgoing expenses
WORK EXPERIENCE
Workflow, USA, Online, Web, Office, Insurance, Testing, Adobe, Implementation, Mobile Application, It, Marketing, Recruitment, Website, Finance, Management, C, R, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Ecommerce, Design
2014 - 2019
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Business Owner / Sales Marketing Director
The Reflexology Space London.
Charles was the owner and Marketing Director of 'The Reflexology Space' London. In addition to owning and managing the business, Charles was responsible for customer acquisition and business operations. He designed and built automated systems, that facilitated the online booking of appointments, in addition to systems to automate & Streamline business operations e.g. Customer Support, Staff Management, Procurement and Resource Allocation.
The business recruited and trained Reflexologists in house, to a Level 3 standard in Reflexology. For this Charles also trained as a Reflexologist & ITEC Reflexology Trainer.
He used Artificial Intelligence in the streamlining of Business Operations and Customer Acquisition. At the peak running, 'The Reflexology Space' had over 12000 active customers, treating more than 120 clients a day, employing over 35 staff. Using AI, Email Marketing, Facebook Custom/Lookalike audiences, PPC Marketing, Behavioural Marketing, Video Marketing & Persuasive Copywriting, Charles was able to grow the customer base from 0 to over 12000 in only 3 years.
Key Achievements: -
◦ Building the business to become the largest Reflexology Therapy Centre in the world in 3 years.
The business recruited and trained Reflexologists in house, to a Level 3 standard in Reflexology. For this Charles also trained as a Reflexologist & ITEC Reflexology Trainer.
He used Artificial Intelligence in the streamlining of Business Operations and Customer Acquisition. At the peak running, 'The Reflexology Space' had over 12000 active customers, treating more than 120 clients a day, employing over 35 staff. Using AI, Email Marketing, Facebook Custom/Lookalike audiences, PPC Marketing, Behavioural Marketing, Video Marketing & Persuasive Copywriting, Charles was able to grow the customer base from 0 to over 12000 in only 3 years.
Key Achievements: -
◦ Building the business to become the largest Reflexology Therapy Centre in the world in 3 years.
Marketing, Copywriting, Video, Email marketing, Operations, Artificial Intelligence, PPC, Facebook, Procurement, Management, Sales, Support, Ai, Online, Booking
2012 - 2018
job
Business Owner / Sales Marketing Director - One Day Courses
Health & Safety Consultancy.
Charles was the co-owner and Business Manager of One Day Courses a Health and Safety Consultancy based in Covent Garden London. The company provided Health & Safety Training, Software and consultancy for the NHS in addition to Local Authorities & Hotels in the UK & internationally
I used behavioural, Cold Email, Social Media and PPC marketing to generate leads for the acquisition of major clients.
Previous Clients: -
• NHS - UK
• Dorchester Hotel Group - London UK
• Sultan Qaboos Hospital - Muscat Oman
• Conran Hotels & Restaurants - London UK
• Slough Borough Council - UK
• Haringey Brough Council - UK
• Homegroup Housing Association - UK
Services provided included the creation of Video Online health & Safety courses, in addition to actual Face to Face Health & safety training. His company also provided Health & Safety Inspections for businesses as well as the creation of software and apps to facility Health & safety inspections and audits. In addition to B2B services, One Day Courses offered Health & Safety Training to members of the public, acquiring an excellent reputation for the quality of training.
- 5 Star Reviews on TripAdvisor - http://bit.ly/ODCTRIPAD
- 5 Star Reviews on Facebook - http://bit.ly/ODCFACEBOOK
In addition to the business growth & marketing Charles managed the day to day running of the business, including Customer Management, Operations, HR and Staff Training. Charles is a fully trained NEBOSH Occupational Health & Safety Inspector
Key Achievements: -
◦ The acquisition of large business clients
◦ The growth of the business from zero to a turnover of over £200000 in only 2 years
I used behavioural, Cold Email, Social Media and PPC marketing to generate leads for the acquisition of major clients.
Previous Clients: -
• NHS - UK
• Dorchester Hotel Group - London UK
• Sultan Qaboos Hospital - Muscat Oman
• Conran Hotels & Restaurants - London UK
• Slough Borough Council - UK
• Haringey Brough Council - UK
• Homegroup Housing Association - UK
Services provided included the creation of Video Online health & Safety courses, in addition to actual Face to Face Health & safety training. His company also provided Health & Safety Inspections for businesses as well as the creation of software and apps to facility Health & safety inspections and audits. In addition to B2B services, One Day Courses offered Health & Safety Training to members of the public, acquiring an excellent reputation for the quality of training.
- 5 Star Reviews on TripAdvisor - http://bit.ly/ODCTRIPAD
- 5 Star Reviews on Facebook - http://bit.ly/ODCFACEBOOK
In addition to the business growth & marketing Charles managed the day to day running of the business, including Customer Management, Operations, HR and Staff Training. Charles is a fully trained NEBOSH Occupational Health & Safety Inspector
Key Achievements: -
◦ The acquisition of large business clients
◦ The growth of the business from zero to a turnover of over £200000 in only 2 years
Sales, Manager, Social, Online, Http, Software, Health, Safety, Apps, Growth, Social Media, Management, Facebook, PPC, Training, Operations, B2B, Video, Marketing
My education
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2017
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Hndhncorequivalent, Aid Training Warminster
Hndhncorequivalent, Aid Training Warminster
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2006
The Central London College of Reflexology
N/a, N/a
N/a, N/a
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1994
Manchester University
BSc, Computing Information Systems
BSc, Computing Information Systems
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