Darren Priest : Interactive Solutions with Agile / Scrum
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 Role: Director, Ajabo Plc, 2000 - 2002

Scoot « » Haymarket

Responsibilities:
  • Headhunted to create a business plan for a global directory.
  • Developed content and brand prototypes for multiple channels.
  • Investor presentations.
  • Headed negotiation and partnership activities with technology and data providers, managing a budget of £1.5m.
    (Microsoft, D&B, BT, Elsevier, Axciom, SDL.)
  • Developed marketing strategy and
    affiliate scheme.
Successes:
  • Developed a business plan for an innovative global, SME-focused, multi-lingual,
    B2B eMarketplace.
  • Raised £2.8 million in first funding round.
  • Delivered £2 million in negotiated savings
    with suppliers
  • Negotiated contracts for data requirements for one third of projected cost.


 


Ajabo B2B eMarketplace
Ajabo B2B eMarketplace

Ajabo Intranet Application
Ajabo Intranet Application

Ajabo Portable Procurement Device
Ajabo Portable Procurement Device

Ajabo Logo
Ajabo Logo



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