Alan Dodsworth

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About Alan Dodsworth

A Multi-Channel Retail and Commercial Director with over 20 years of leadership experience driving revenue growth and profitability across Retail Stores, Wholesale, E-Commerce, Export, National Accounts, Travel Retail, as well as Franchise and Distributor partnerships. Proven expertise in international business development, having held General Manager and Multi-Channel Sales Director positions in Europe, with a strong focus on expanding global export markets. Experienced in managing a diverse product portfolio spanning Health & Beauty, Fashion, Lifestyle, Optical, and Technology sectors. Committed to people development, fostering high-performing teams and delivering robust succession planning outcomes. A versatile cross-functional leader with experience both in the field and at head office, overseeing critical functions including Customer Service, Sales Operations, Marketing, Training, and Property Management. Skilled in navigating complex challenges such as Store Openings, Business Expansion, Acquisitions, Transformation and Turnaround, Brand Repositioning, and Private Equity. Currently engaged in supporting both SMEs and established businesses across the North East region to successfully launch and increase their market share.