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Work History
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HIGH LIGHTS
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JD Kim

JD Kim

CEO & Founder
Singapore

Summary

A proven track record in successful business launches, brand management, and franchise development.


Expertise in driving significant growth within the food and beverage sector, with the establishment of over 230 stores across 30 cities in Korea, China, Thailand, and the United States.


A robust network of industry connections and resources has been cultivated, facilitating strategic partnerships and innovative solutions.


Committed to leveraging entrepreneurial skills to create impactful business strategies that foster sustainable growth and enhance brand recognition.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Regional Sales Director

JSJ Green Waterproofing Technology
05.2023 - Current
  • Boosted regional sales by implementing targeted marketing strategies and fostering strong client relationships.
  • Led a high-performing sales team, providing coaching and mentoring to achieve ambitious targets.
  • Created robust sales plans and set territory quotas.
  • Built and managed sales funnel using metrics to forecast achievements and measure goals.
  • Nurtered 42 new contracts worth over USD 2.5m annually.

CEO & Founder

Brand up Pte Ltd
05.2018 - 05.2023
  • Company Overview: This holding company serves as a launch platform to build a thriving global network of F&B brands and lifestyle franchises in both Singapore and abroad.


  • After living and experiencing the dish in Holland many years ago, I contacted the most awarded fries business in Europe to export the brand to APAC.


  • The first store was in Singapore in 2018 and we expanded into Korea and China through a franchise model.


  • The value of the Martin Zwerts was measured at USD 3 million just before the pandemic, afterwards, we had to close stores in most countries, but swithced to a successful home delivery model in Singapore during the pandemic.

CEO & Founder

Mu Yuan Enterprise Pte Ltd
04.2012 - 04.2018
  • Having moved my family to China in 2012, I founded Mu Yuan (Earth Connections in English), which generated SGD 17 million in 6 years.


  • Under this was Xindouhua , a tofu dessert franchise, Cha Chao and Han Feong a Korean restaurant franchises


  • In this time I franchised 230 stores in 30 cities with my team, managing all aspects of expansion, sales and operations.



Sales Director, Business Development

Orange Inc
02.2008 - 03.2012
  • Orange Inc.'s subsidiary sold vending machine rental contracts to the government, large-scale businesses, schools, and offices.


  • The focus was on healthier options, being the first company to offer fresh milk as an option.


  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.


  • Managed and motivated sales team to increase revenue 120% in 2009.


  • Established pricing strategies to maintain competitive pricing and maximize profits.


  • Elevated brand awareness through the creation of effective marketing campaigns showcasing product offerings and benefits.

Education

Graduated from the Design Academy Eindhoven - Industrial & Marketing Design

Design Academy Eindhoven
01.2005

Diploma Samsung Art & Design Institute (SADI) - Communication Design Department

Samsung Art & Design Institute (SADI)
01.2000

Skills

  • Sales strategy
  • Proven growth in F&B
  • Territory management
  • Sales coaching
  • Sales target setting
  • Marketing and Design
  • Project Management
  • Extensive contacts in building managers in Singapore

Websites

HIGH LIGHTS

  • CEO & FOUNDER OF
  • - MUYUAN XIN DOU HUA
  • - MARTIN ZWERTS SINAGPORE
  • SENIOR BRAND IDENTITY
  • CORPORATE IDENTITY
  • CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Timeline

Regional Sales Director

JSJ Green Waterproofing Technology
05.2023 - Current

CEO & Founder

Brand up Pte Ltd
05.2018 - 05.2023

CEO & Founder

Mu Yuan Enterprise Pte Ltd
04.2012 - 04.2018

Sales Director, Business Development

Orange Inc
02.2008 - 03.2012

Diploma Samsung Art & Design Institute (SADI) - Communication Design Department

Samsung Art & Design Institute (SADI)

Graduated from the Design Academy Eindhoven - Industrial & Marketing Design

Design Academy Eindhoven

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