Derek Batchelor

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About Derek Batchelor

I'm passionate about developing strategic plans, and building capable teams to deliver high-technology products in competitive markets.I have a successful history across healthcare and primary industries, with a proven ability to develop strategies that set businesses above the competition. I’m also passionate about identifying and developing the best people.KEY SKILLS - strategic planning - market development - senior leadership - building and mentoring high performing teams - stakeholder management - sales growth - managing founder exits.* Transformed horticultural grading across ANZ through the introduction of AI based grading technologies, with the majority of NZ apple exporters now utilising Tomra technology.* Developed and implemented strategic plans that have transformed surgical care across multiple specialties in NZ, while achieving market dominance.* Built and coached one of the most successful medical device sales teams in NZ achieving 18.7% CAGR over 5 years.* Transferred skills to horticulture where a previously under-performing region exceeded forecasts for 5 years in a row with average annual sales exceeding $9m.Developing and implementing strategic solutions that engage customers for the long term has stood me well across a diverse range of industries. And it's only been possible by building and surrounding myself with great teams.