David Benford

Background

About David Benford

I am an established professional with over 20 years experience leading teams internationally in the sports & leisure, luxury and travel retail sectors. I bring a wealth of experience, which allows me to fully engage with my teams and clients on key strategic issues. Assertive, I am a strong communicator who thinks on his feet and with rapid reasoning, I can quickly master technical subjects. I am also a keen entrepreneur. Having created my own consultancy in 2005, I regularly worked with international companies in Europe and North Africa delivering global consultancy work and training programmes. In parallel, I am a credible and efficient lecturer with proven expertise in conveying knowledge to learning individuals; Responsible for delivering lectures, grading papers & exams and ensuring student satisfaction. Teaching Experiences 2013 to 2015 ICN, Nancy/Metz/Nürnberg: lecturing marketing / retailling 2013 to 2015 FSEG, Strasbourg: lecturing Intercultural Management 2012 to 2015 Unistra, Strasbourg: teaching business and sports management English 2007 to 2015 Epitech School of Technology: teaching business English 2007 – 2012 ISEG Business School, Strasbourg: teaching business English Geographically mobile Fully bilingual English / French and basic knowledge of German. Passionate about running, judo (Black Belt practitioner & Vice President of local club), aïkido, golf, street fishing and most mountain sports. Keen interest for Jack Russells.