Development Management

Thomas Houston

Boston: +1-617-***-**** / London: +44-20-813*-****

******.*******@*******.***

INTERNATIONAL AND INVESTMENT EXECUTIVE

MARKETING, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT and FINANCIAL STRATEGY EXPERT

Known and respected in diverse industries and by government leaders, business leaders, and royalty in the

European Union, Middle East, Asia, Canada, and United States

Recognized as one of the most accomplished global networkers, with a keen eye for early trend spotting and

seizing market opportunities.

Proven deal closer with stellar record of success in negotiations and new business development.

Demonstrated long-term success in launching and growing new businesses.

Global Operations Management Cross-Cultural & Generational Market Opportunity

Forecasting

Channel Development/Management

Multiple Location Management

Global Supply Chain

Vendor Relations / International Procurement

Consulting

SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS

Middle East and Africa (Hermes Corporation), Cornell Medical School (2012-2014)

Lead strategy development for new projects.

•Lead and develop new project focused on women’s healthcare in Egypt, Libya, Morocco, and Tunisia.

•Anticipated expansion to include $50 million, 6-year preventative healthcare projects for the GCC, League of

Arab Nations, Africa Union, and Organization of Islamic Countries (OIC).

World Class Cities Partnership (P. T. Houston), Northeastern University (2013-2014)

Convene civic, business, and academic leaders from cities spanning the globe to create sustainable social change through

policy research, and development and implementation of best practice solutions to common challenges.

•Tapped to determine and implement structure and selection process for WCCP Board of Directors.

•Selected to launch new partnerships and developed WCCP strategy.

Asked to Chair (Personal), American Chamber of Commerce, Brunei (2013)

Build and encourage business development and forge connections between the Royal family and the US

•In collaboration with the US State Department and multinational corporations, asked to develop and strengthen

business relationship with the Royal family.

CEO, Hermes Corporation & Chairman, P.T. Houston/P.T. Houston International/P.T. Houston

Holdings/P.T.

Houston Wealth Relationship Management (1989-present)

Oversee consulting, management, marketing, and operations of multiple assets.

•Worked with Transitional Government of Libya to develop layout and structure for Global Asset Recovery of

$175-$200 billion in seized assets of Moammar Gadhafi from family and friends (2011 - current).

•Directed structure and process to build two major hospitals with 80 clinics in Libya (2011-13).

•Met with the Prince and Princess of Spain on investment of $50 million Euros, with $32 million Euros

successfully raised during severe financial times (2012).

•As part of Fall 2012 MBA/Marketing Program at Pacific Lutheran University, created Internet-based company

as revenue source for multiple global charities: launch 6/2014.

•Consulted with medium-to-high net worth individuals and companies to maintain liquidity and meet goals

through global investment strategy.

•Created consulting firm specializing in strategic relationships and global business procurement/development in

London, Barcelona, Lisbon, and Paris.

•Launched company to manufacture and export high-quality, high-end, natural fiber products from Portugal.

Realized 30% annual increase (2004-2008), and currently remaining leader in imports from Southern

Europe to North American niche market.

Chairman & EVP, SONA Mobile, Inc., Tacoma, Toronto, London (2003-2004)

First company worldwide to receive accreditation for mobile software architecture from Gaming Laboratories International,

AT&T, and Vodafone.

•Handled acquisition and took company public, providing leadership for strategic direction.

•Drove market capitalization to more than $60 million, raising $15 million in new funding while spearheading

growth in London, New York, Toronto, and Colorado.

•Managed Reverse Take Over of Perfect Data Corporation during one of the most dramatic shifts in the wireless

space.

•Developed business relationships with telecomm, banking, and gaming corporations and associations.

VP, Business and Strategy Development, COAST Software, Inc. (2002-2003)

Consulted on forecasting, investment strategy and business development for content delivery software firm.

•Secured in excess of $10 million in new contracts.

•Built relationships with key executives in high tech, government, and retail sectors.

VP, Business Development and Operations, Renaissance Interactive, Inc., (1999-2002)

Led technical operations for web design and development company. \

•Managed 1,000+ employees providing 24x7 services: CRM, business and channel development, systems and

network administration, QC, and configuration and release management.

•Developed new customer relationships including Wal-Mart, Target, K-Mart, Best Buy, Sprint-Canada, Verizon,

MagaCare, VeriMed, and Microsoft.

Chairman and CEO, Pangea Group, Inc. (1989-1999)

Assumed leadership position through promotions from EVP, Business Development & Operations (including procurement

and supply chain) and VP, Development for new media company (including PR and Events Planning).

•Built network of travel-related websites with 25 affiliates and 3 rd party alliances.

•Developed new customer base including Welch’s, New York City Port Authority, AT&T Wireless, SunCom,

Verizon, American Express, Ogilvy Worldwide, Microsoft, Great Plains, Young & Rubicam.

•Secured position as #1 choice for outsourcing for top NY advertising agencies.

•Managed sales, business development, and operations – led staff of 300+.

•Established strategy and structure for product marketing, pricing, contract negotiations, concept development,

and joint promotions.

VP/Manager – Subsidiary Operations, Ivan Allen Company (1987-1989)

Managed 22 retail locations in 9 states for office supply and furniture company.

•Managed operating budget of $48 million.

•Managed 1,000+ employees, spearheading training and development.

•Ensured that subsidiaries met OSHA requirements.

Management Trainee, Siemens AG (USA and Germany) (1982-1987)

Received 5 years of intensive training in all aspects of business: finance, HR, expat relocation, real estate development,

construction, acquisitions, and global procurement.

•Given authority to approve projects and purchases for construction of new HQ building in Georgia.

•Set-up facilities management program, overseeing office space and expense allocation for multiple

departments.

•Worked in Munich for 16 months supporting global HR department.

EDUCATION

Bachelors of Science in Business Administration – Berry College

Associates

Minors: Math, Computer Science, Accounting and Finance

Business Degree – Georgia College and State University

Graduate – Philip Crosby Quality College, Philip Crosby Associates

Thomas Houston

Boston: +1-617-***-**** / London: +44-20-813*-****

******.*******@*******.***

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