Ben Barton
@benbarton
I build sales, marketing, and operations functions that drive measurable commercial growth.
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
At Business Savings Guru, I lead business development, sales, account management, marketing, and operations for a UK business energy broker. I’ve built new functions that increased sales by 30% month on month, developed campaigns that increased sales by 25% per month, and helped achieve a 71% conversion rate.
Previously at Panoptic Media, I built and led a sales department from scratch, increasing revenue by 150% in one year and securing a £150k-per-month contract. I also managed account services and a £2 million P&L while strengthening retention, cross-selling, and upselling performance.
My earlier work at Terrapinn included leading business development for Seamless Middle East, managing a £1.3M portfolio and delivering 30% commercial growth ahead of deadline. I enjoy building high-performing teams, using market and customer data to shape strategy, and turning commercial opportunities into long-term client partnerships.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Business Development, Sales & Operations Manager
Business Savings Guru
Feb 2025 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Balanced senior leadership across business development, account management, sales, and operations. Built high-performance teams and drove operational efficiency, strategic planning, and budgeting.
Senior Business Development Manager
Panoptic Media
Jun 2021 - Feb 2025 (3 years 8 months)
Increased commercial performance and revenue through new and existing business opportunities. Managed a £2 million P&L and built a high-performance sales department, increasing sales revenue by 150% within one year.
Business Development Manager
Terrapinn
Jun 2015 - Jun 2020 (5 years)
Supported business development for the Seamless Middle East brand in the eCommerce and Retail sector. Managed a £1.3M portfolio, achieving 30% commercial growth and identifying new sponsorship opportunities across MENEA.
Account Manager
Utility Bidder
Sep 2012 - May 2015 (2 years 8 months)
Managed client accounts and relationships, ensuring satisfaction and retention.
Client Services Account Executive
CDS Global
Aug 2010 - Aug 2012 (2 years)
Provided client services and account support, handling client inquiries and maintaining relationships.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
The Robert Smyth School
GCSE, General Studies
Completed GCSEs in English, Applied Science, French, DT, RE, and ICT.
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