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Natalie Karen Wilkinson

Papamoa,New Zealand

Summary

Experienced business coach and former restaurant general manager with over 19 years of leadership, client service, and sales experience. Provided guidance to service-based business owners, particularly online fitness professionals, on branding, pricing, sales, retention, and social media strategy for the past 5 years. Successfully managed high-volume restaurants in the UK for 15 years, leading large teams to achieve commercial targets and deliver exceptional customer experiences. Highly organized, people-focused, and results-driven individual seeking a flexible account management position to leverage strengths in relationship-building, territory management, and driving business growth.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Client Success & Business Coach

This Is Fortis
01.2021 - Current
  • Coached online personal trainers on pricing, branding, marketing, sales funnels, and retention strategies
  • Supported over 100 clients in improving client lifetime value, converting leads, and achieving revenue goals
  • Delivered strategic 1:1 and group coaching via Zoom and messaging platforms
  • Provided ongoing performance feedback, business planning, and accountability support
  • Helped clients build scalable, client-focused service offerings

Restaurant General Manager

Pizza Hut
01.2006 - 01.2021
  • Led daily operations of a high-volume restaurant, managing teams of up to 40 staff
  • Delivered consistently strong results across sales targets, labour control, and customer satisfaction
  • Responsible for hiring, training, team development, and performance management
  • Maintained high standards of health, safety, and service quality
  • Collaborated with area leadership on business strategy, cost control, and promotions
  • Awarded for staff retention and year-on-year store performance improvements

Education

High School Diploma -

St James
UK
09-2005

Internal Leadership & Management Training -

Pizza Hut

Business & Marketing - coaching, marketing, sales strategy

Professional Development

Skills

  • Account & Relationship Management
  • Sales Strategy & Territory Growth
  • FMCG / Hospitality / On-Premise Experience
  • Client Success & Retention
  • Business Coaching & Consulting
  • Team Leadership & Staff Development
  • Social Media Strategy & Branding Guidance
  • Performance Tracking & Promotional Planning
  • Strong Communication & Presentation Skills
  • Microsoft Office & CRM Tools

Certification

  • Full, clean New Zealand Driver’s Licence
  • NZ Partner Visa with open work rights (Residency application planned for February 2026)

Timeline

Client Success & Business Coach

This Is Fortis
01.2021 - Current

Restaurant General Manager

Pizza Hut
01.2006 - 01.2021

High School Diploma -

St James

Internal Leadership & Management Training -

Pizza Hut

Business & Marketing - coaching, marketing, sales strategy

Professional Development
Natalie Karen Wilkinson