Peter Higgins +44 07921 067058 CEDR UK Panel Member 2019 [email protected] IBAS Appointed Mediator 2019 www.peterhigginsmediation.com
Specialist Commercial Mediator Software: PROFILE CORE COMPETENCIES & ACHIEVEMENTS
Peter isPhotoshop, a CEDR UK Panel Illustrator, member and hasFlash a and •Dreamweaver Successfully mediated a £100k winning bet dispute between a unique commercial style that’s lends itself leading International Betting Brand and a private client with Webto managing Servers: various mixes of personalities lawyers. and characters. This enables parties • Successfully co-mediated on a £1m probate dispute with lawyers entrenched in firm positions to ‘move on’ IIS, WAMP and XAMPP leading the session late in the proceedings that triggered an and reach settlements that were previously unthought of. eventual settlement • Successfully mediated an acrimonious dispute between a Ranging from private company owners, financial management company & a licensee with lawyers and board members, senior management barristers with regards to a 5-figure. through to individuals in the media • Successfully settled over 15 disputes settled between major UK spotlight. funeral service suppliers and clients. He possesses a strong commercial sense of • Successfully mediated a dispute between a retail company and a what is required to reach a settlement. This private client over a 5-figure sum. experience has been gained following a • Mediated acrimonious dispute between high profile business varied international career working for entrepreneur and accounting firm when managing a dispute with Plc’s as General Manager and Commercial regards to outstanding five figure fees. Director in the gaming industry and • Mediation expertise used when liaising between a software running his own business. All previous roles supplier and an Internet betting partner with regards to a service required leadership, commercial acumen contract and its expectations. Mediated between a football club and diplomacy both in the workplace and with external clients. commercial director and a main supplier to resolve service contract issues. A versatile and commercially astute • Proactive communication abilities proven during regular Business Manager / Director with professionalTESTIMONIALS dealings with high net RECEIVE worth, high profile,D comprehensive global experience. + “entrepreneurialPeter was absolutely and fantasticmulti-cultural in his role individuals. as mediator. Equally He managed comfortable the process between both parties expertly and worked really hard to get this A strong team leader and negotiator when interfacing directly with the CEO of a major corporation or claimwith asettled. challenging He deserves entrep a reneur.massive amount of credit.” Paddy Power building relationships and partnerships at Betfair Legal Counsel all levels . • A strong negotiator who maintains optimal standards and strives + “Ifor was excellence, very impressed providing with Peter’soutcomes commitment that are tomutually achieving beneficial. a settlement. He kept the parties focused and maintained momentum Builds advantageous relationships and partnerships and delivers WORKPLACE SKILLS & whenever they were drifting apart. I will certainly be recommending his quality services in the online and retail gaming industry. TRAINING services in the future.” Mark Stephens Barrister Legal 500 • Outstanding mediation and interpersonal skills shown when + “Peter has an ability to understand the dynamics and interests of the CEDR UK Panel Admission 03/2019 variouscarefully parties listening and looksto all not parties only atinvolved the moving in a partsdispute between to understand those involvedunderlying but issues also at before a structured deciding way onforward a viable to find course potential of action. settlement IBAS Appointed Mediator 06/2019 areasCompleted that were numerous not considered work personnel previously.” relatedTara Brady, mediations MD Financial over a Services, Accenture number of years Languages: English & entry level Spanish + "Peter’s personable style and diligent manner enables parties of varying Managing budgets; P&L responsibility; dynamics to trust him and move forwards in reaching an agreement. He Contract negotiation; Bookkeeping also brings a creative approach to helping clients reach resolutions." Mark Blandford, Company Director Keeping abreast of UK, US, European and international betting regulations + “Handled the mediation well, liked his approach and style and would
recommend him." Client
EXECUTIVE CAREER HISTORY
2017 – Present Commercial Mediator
2005 – Present Managing Director & Owner | The Betting Room, UK An in-stadia betting service for international online betting brands + Launched the enterprise, achieving year-on-year organic growth to 2015, from a telephone and SMS text operation to an in-stadia event day betting provider. + Setting up a service for international internet betting brand partners and private clients at venues such as stadiums in the Premiership Football League (EPL) and English Football League (EFL), O2 London, Metro Arena Newcastle, National Indoor Arena Birmingham, and Alexandra Palace. + Representing international Internet brands such as Betway, Sport PESA, Marathonbet, and Dafabet.
03/2019 – 09/2019 Business Development / SportQuake, Europe
SportQuake is responsible for over 50% of ‘front of shirt’ sponsorships in the English Premier League since 2017 + Responsible for engaging internet betting brands with customers via Front of Shirt and Digital Partnerships focused on the European and US betting industry. 6-month contract
2003 – 2005 Commercial Director | BETDAQ, Dublin, Ireland Now owned/operated by GVC Holdings plc; BETDAQ is the second largest sports betting exchange to BETFAIR. + Driving growth of the exchange, incorporating multi marketing campaigns and commercial partnerships with international companies.
1997 – 2003 General Manager | Commercial Director Sportingbet (UK & International) Offering one of the world’s largest sports betting platforms. + Managed a business with revenues of US$250m and 250 employees to generate annual profits totaling US$10m, controlling a marketing budget of US$3m. + Built white label partnership arrangements with international agencies and a number of leading brands. + Contributed to expansion at a company recognised as a pioneering Internet business in an evolving era.
Up to 1997 Corporate Account Executive IBM