Stuart Kelly has extensive work experience in various roles and companies. Stuart is currently serving as the Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at LRQA, where they assumed the position in January 2024. Prior to that, they held the role of Global Sales Director at LRQA from November 2021 to January 2024. Stuart has also worked at St. Rocco's Hospice as a Trustee since October 2023.
Before joining LRQA, Stuart worked at Lloyd's Register as the Global Sales Director for Business Assurance from January 2021 to November 2021. Stuart also served as the Head of Commercial at Lloyd's Register Quality Assurance Limited from June 2018 to January 2021 and as the Head of Retail & Hospitality at Lloyd's Register from February 2018 to June 2018.
Between October 2017 and June 2018, Stuart held the role of International Commercial Director and Board Director at Acoura, a member of the Lloyd's Register group. Stuart was then appointed as the Managing Director of Acoura Consulting and Group Board Director in December 2014. During their time at Acoura, Stuart successfully implemented a new IT platform and played a significant role in developing the business.
Before joining Lloyd's Register, Stuart worked as a Business Consultant at Selenta Limited from April 2012 to December 2014. Stuart also held various positions at SAI Global, including Global Account Manager and EMEA Market Manager for Retail from April 2010 to April 2013. Stuart has experience in managing large teams, turning around underperforming divisions, and driving business growth.
Prior to their roles at SAI Global, Stuart was the Founding Director of FoodCheck Limited from February 2003 to April 2010. At FoodCheck, they managed the company's growth, launched innovative solutions, and achieved profitability despite challenges. Stuart also worked as the Operations Director at Risco - Operations from January 2001 to February 2003, where they successfully implemented cost-saving measures and improved profitability.
Overall, Stuart Kelly has a strong background in commercial and sales roles, with a proven track record of implementing strategic initiatives, driving business growth, and managing teams.
Stuart Kelly obtained a Bachelor of Science (BSC Hons) degree in Environmental Health from the University of Strathclyde, which they attended from 1986 to 1990. In addition to their formal education, they have obtained additional certifications such as "Communicating as a Leader Nano Tips with Jessica Chen" from LinkedIn in 2022 and "The Six Morning Habits of High Performers" from LinkedIn in 2021.
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