Aaliyah Daiwan - Business Development

“I recommend Naval as a manager, due to his ​unwavering commitment to honesty, ​transparency, and authenticity sets him apart. ​Naval not only demonstrates exceptional ​professionalism but also cultivates a work ​environment built on trust and open ​communication. His genuine approach and ​integrity make him a remarkable leader, ​fostering a positive and collaborative team ​culture. I have witnessed firsthand the positive ​impact he has on our team, and I am ​confident in his ability to bring out the best in ​those he leads. Naval's leadership style is a ​testament to his character, making him an ​invaluable asset to any team he joins in the ​future.”

Mike Garvin - Vice President of Sales

“I had the pleasure of managing Naval during ​his time at The Ambassador Platform. In my ​experience, it is rare to see someone build such a ​strong rapport with co-workers and clients alike ​as Naval did. With a balance of creativity, ​business acumen and a willingness to learn, ​Naval brings an array of assets to any role or ​task at hand. However, nothing compares to his ​drive to succeed. Naval wants to prove himself ​as a successful part of any organization and ​certainly did so in my time working with him. I ​would recommend Naval without reservation to ​be a part of any fast growing organization and ​would be thrilled to work with him again in the ​future.”

Cailean Carvalho - Chief Strategy Officer

“Nev is a powerhouse of passion. His unrelenting ​energy means that he throws his whole self into ​his work and represents as the voice of the team. ​He is personally passionate around impacting ​social mobility and building a better world for ​young people. If you get the chance to work with ​Nev - you should.”

Hannah Buchanan - Senior Performance Marketing Manager

Nev is one of the most talented people I’ve worked ​with! He is an excellent people person, has a ​strategic mindset and is incredibly passionate. ​Nev takes the time to understand alternative ​perspectives which makes him great at working ​with stakeholders and is great at using that ​perspective to inform his own knowledge. He is a ​great leader and great person. Highly ​recommend working alongside Nev.

Challenge

Entelechy Academy faced a critical juncture: £3 million invested, zero sales in four years, ​and a stagnant £300k pipeline. The company needed a complete sales and marketing ​approach overhaul to secure its first clients and final investment round.

Strategy

As the newly appointed head of sales and marketing, I led a comprehensive ​transformation:

1. Assembled a high-performance team of ten professionals
   
2. Developed and executed a cutting-edge go-to-market strategy for our SaaS platform
   
3. Implemented Zoho CRM to optimise lead tracking and pipeline management
   
4. Launched a multi-channel marketing campaign, including a full rebrand and strategic ​event participation
   

Results

In just six months, we achieved:

• 1567% pipeline growth (£300k to £5 million)
  
• Secured first ten clients, including government bodies and major corporations
  
• Increased monthly SQLs from 5-7 to 45-60
  
• Grew LinkedIn following to 2,000
  
• Generated 345 hot leads at key industry events
  

These remarkable outcomes secured the final investment round and laid the foundation ​for Entelechy Academy's sustainable growth and market leadership.

Challenge

As a founding member of SFS Media at Speakers for Schools, I was tasked with building the Media ​Campaign and Insight Delivery function from scratch, targeting major clients and establishing a data-​driven approach to student recruitment.

Strategy

1. Led high-stakes agency pitch processes to secure top-tier clients
   
2. Developed and executed multi-channel marketing campaigns
   
3. Implemented data-driven insights to enhance student recruitment quality
   
4. Built and managed a high-performing team of 30+ professionals
   

Results

• Acquired 20+ new clients, including PwC, Virgin-O2, and Vodafone
  
• Generated £310,000 in revenue across 100+ media campaigns
  
• Improved student recruitment quality by 20%+ using 125 verified data points
  
• Increased engagement rates from 20% to 150% across email, paid media, and social channels
  

This transformation positioned SFS Media as a trusted partner for major corporations, setting new ​campaign industry benchmarks.

Challenge

UCAS Media faced stagnant revenue and dormant accounts due to client dissatisfaction with traditional ​marketing approaches. The task was to modernise strategies, drive significant revenue growth, and ​rebuild relationships with key clients.

Strategy

1. Developed and executed targeted campaigns for 15 leading UK universities using a multi-channel ​approach:
   
• Direct Mail
  
• Email Marketing
  
• Paid Media
  
• Event Marketing
  
2. Introduced cutting-edge digital strategies across platforms:
   
• TikTok
  
• Snapchat
  
• Instagram
  
• Facebook
  
• Programmatic retargeting
  
3. Re-engaged dormant accounts with innovative, tailored solutions
   
4. Modernised UCAS Media's overall approach to digital marketing
   

Results

• Generated £300,000 in additional revenue, exceeding targets by 20%
  
• Achieved a total revenue of £1.5 million
  
• Successfully revitalised dormant accounts
  
• Established UCAS as a leader in education marketing through digital innovation
  
• Secured long-term client loyalty through modernised, effective strategies
  

Impact

This digital transformation surpassed immediate financial goals and repositioned UCAS Media as an ​innovative leader in education marketing. The renewed client relationships and cutting-edge strategies ​laid a foundation for sustained growth and industry leadership.

Challenge

THEIA needed to grow its innovation service for high-profile clients like PepsiCo, Airtel, HSBC, and Unilever. The goal ​was to introduce new products to the market through creative, disruptive marketing strategies that would generate ​buzz and drive sales while expanding client relationships.

Strategy

1. Launched and managed Kickstarter campaigns for innovative products
   
2. Implemented multi-channel marketing approach:
   
• Social media campaigns
  
• Guerrilla marketing tactics
  
• Affiliate marketing programs
  
• Direct sales initiatives
  
3. Created viral buzz through creative content and strategic outreach
   
4. Expanded agency relationships by delivering successful projects for top-tier clients
   

Results

• Adventure Tape and Edens Paper exceeded 200% of their Kickstarter funding goals
  
• Significantly drove sales, establishing these products as successful brands
  
• Successfully expanded relationships with high-profile clients like PepsiCo and Unilever
  
• Delivered impactful marketing campaigns across multiple channels
  
• Generated substantial viral buzz for new product launches
  

Impact

These achievements solidified THEIA's reputation for creative marketing excellence and innovative product ​launches. The success of these campaigns demonstrated the agency's ability to turn groundbreaking ideas into ​market-ready, consumer-beloved products.