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Neil Aremband
Managing Director at Greener Gateway Limited
Harrow, United Kingdom
Renewables & Environment
Previous Carbonmetrics, Working Knowledge, Global Gateway Recruitment
Education University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika
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uk.linkedin.com/in/neilaremband/ ACTIVITY Neil Aremband China eyes a carbon tax: http://lnkd.in/ierg5Z China eyes a carbon tax c2es.org With the idea of a carbon tax starting to get more attention in Washington, word now comes from Beijing that the Chinese government is thinking seriously about putting the idea into practice. A senior official from China's... Like (1) Comment Send a message Share 2 hours ago Juan C. Guarin likes this Saima Khan endorsed the skills and expertise of Neil Aremband Neil is endorsed for Management. Endorse Connections Like Comment 3 hours ago Neil Aremband has an updated profile (Expertise, Experience) Like Comment 1 day ago Neil Aremband joined the group UK Business Owners & Directors Join Group3 days ago Neil Aremband joined the group Business Support Network UK Join Group4 days ago Neil Aremband Our latest video on carbon asset management explains why it is so important to measure and monitor carbon emissions to reduce waste and save money. Find out more here: http://lnkd.in/Jegdyg Play Video Carbon Asset Management - Greener Gateway youtube.com Our Carbon Asset Management Service takes the complexity out of Carbon Reporting. Our dedicated software offers a global platform to meet your mandatory carbon reporting requirements, delivering legal compliance whilst helping... Like (2) Comment Send a message Share 13 days ago Ing. Raj Dhunlall and Skender Musaj like this Neil Aremband was recommended by David Aremband , “Neil is a super efficient colleague with attention to detail. His expertise in time and project man...” Read more13 days ago SEE MORE BACKGROUND SUMMARY My career began working as a Project Manager within various financial services organisations in South Africa. Following some brief work experience in the UK in 2002, I returned to South Africa to continue working on various project management assignments. I re-located to the UK in 2005 and worked in a large global financial services company until mid 2008. Following this I managed and ran my own recruitment company until mid 2010 focussing on providing high calibre candidates for roles within the IT and Financial Services industries. I also provided Psychometric Analysis assessments. Since August 2010, I have been the Managing Director of Greener Gateway. Greener Gateway is a UK based sustainable company that has a varied portfolio of green products and solutions, as well as provides consultancy services covering a broad range of topics related to process and people efficiency. Our products and solutions portfolio encompasses energy efficiency, LED lighting, water management, waste management, smart metering, carbon emissions reporting and solar PV. I focus on managing the relationships between the product suppliers and an international network of distributors and partners. I actively source enthusiastic partners to sell, promote and market a range of 'green' products, thereby ensuring an increase in the sales of such products. I also source 'green' consultants to empower end users on how best to use these products. If you have a passion for selling 'green' products, provide 'green' consultancy services or are an expert in a 'green' field please get in touch! Specialties: Project management, business and requirements analysis, specialised psychometric tools and programmes, sustainability consulting, eco friendly products, GHG reporting, carbon emissions, energy efficiency, LED lighting, waste management, water management, smart metering, solar PV Business Improvement Techniques Carbon Management and Reporting Flyer The Efficiency Tool Box EXPERIENCE Managing Director Greener Gateway Limited June 2010 – Present (2 years 10 months)London, UK Actively managing and co-ordinating the sale of eco-friendly products worldwide. Acting as the international facilitator between 'green' product suppliers and an international network of distributors. Our product and solutions portfolio incorporates energy efficiency, LED lighting, waste management, water management, smart metering, carbon emissions and GHG reporting, solar PV as well as consulting around process and people efficiency with the objective of reducing waste, reducing carbon and saving money. (Open)13 recommendations, including: David Aremband at CEO and Director of Greener Gateway Limited Neil is a super efficient colleague with attention to detail. His expertise in time and project management is virtually in...View Warren Lincoln Head of Sales and marketing warren.lincoln@juniperbridge.com I have worked with Neil whilst at Power Monitor and his work ethic and motivation is both refreshing and professional. He...View 11 more recommendations Global Relationship Manager Carbonmetrics May 2010 – August 2012 (2 years 4 months)London, United Kingdom Carbonmetrics is a company that provides energy generation and management solutions. Using the company's unique online smart grid software solution, management of energy, gas and water consumption is made very easy. The company has also developed a unique micro inverter which combined with solar PV installations can make managing the efficiency of the total solar PV system simple. (Open)2 recommendations Lasse Andre Pettersen Master of Commerce (Applied Finance) Student at Griffith University Neil is very professional and clear in all his communications. He has a true passion for the environment and a personality...View Rashid Wahab Programme and Revenue Planning at lastminute.com Neil is a dynamic individual who transforms a work environment to ensure maximum efficiency and productivity. I have enjoyed...View Volunteer Business Expert Working Knowledge June 2012 – June 2012 (1 month)Southgate, London, United Kingdom Helping to bridge the gap between education and the workplace by advising and supporting young people (aged 16-19) in education as they develop a business strategy over one day. Sharing business skills and knowledge to help prepare the next generation of employees and entrepreneurs. Recruitment Consultant and Psychometric Analyst Global Gateway Recruitment June 2008 – August 2010 (2 years 3 months)London, United Kingdom Licensed Psychometric Analyst and Recruitment Consultant, focused on providing value added services to the recruitment industry. Specialising in analysing the personality types of individuals and matching them to the requirements of an employer. I also provide in-house consulting for companies to assist them in identifying whether employees are the right fit for their roles. My goal is to achieve maximum harmony in the workplace, for the mutual benefit of both employers and employees. I also specialise in recruiting and placing Project Managers and Medical Professionals in suitable roles. (Open)14 recommendations, including: Lakshman Suriyabandara Financial Controller at Vision Survey Neil is a professional recruiter, with exceptional insight and expertise within various sectors of the job market. His...View Alan Baxter Managing Member Atlantic Career Management Neil is very professional in his approach and always on the lookout at ways to enhance our industry through innovative “out...View 12 more recommendations Project Support Consultant BT March 2008 – July 2008 (5 months)London, United Kingdom Provision of project support services to the End to End Testing team, including analysis and cleansing of data in Quality Centre (QC), project planning, updating of headcount, actual vs planned budget forecasting and daily management reporting. (Open)1 recommendation Terence Deakin Technical Business Analyst/Solution Designer at Affinion International Neil worked with our team, supporting the program management. Neil was diligent and enthusiatic in performing his duties in a role that sometimes had several onerous tasks. Neil impressed me with the enthusiasm and reliability with which he...View Consultant Plexus Pink May 2007 – March 2008 (11 months)London, United Kingdom Promotion of an amazing product for women and men. This product assists with the early detection of changes in breast tissue. If changes are identified, these can be discussed during visits to the doctor to ensure that potential diseases such as breast cancer are avoided. The product magnifies the fingertips to assist in the early detection of breast tissue changes. Every women from the age of 20 and upwards should have one, as breast cancer kills many people worldwide. Men will also find this product of benefit. (Open)1 recommendation Celene Bernstein Professor Celene Bernstein , resident nutritionist at Morningview Health Discount Store Neil was a highly motivated and dedicated Plexus Pink consultant. His enthusiasm and dedication to Plexus was of tremendous value. I thoroughly enjoyed working with Neil and would highly recommend him in any business venture.View Policies and Procedures Administrator Citi Realty Services March 2006 – March 2008 (2 years 1 month)London, United Kingdom Review of regional Policies and Procedures for Citi Realty Services, amendments to policy documents, gatekeeper of Policies and Procedures Library, assistance with preparation of various SharePoint websites (Open)3 recommendations, including: Luke (Slawomir) Rutkowski (LION) EMEA AML Project Manager at Citibank International PLC I am very pleased to write this letter of recommendation for Neil Aremband. I had a pleasure of working with him on our...View Marta Garcia Salvador Business Development, Softtek Europe Neil was highly effective at managing and updating the Policies and Procedures supporting Citi Realty Services operations....View 1 more recommendation Licensed Psychometric Analyst The Hot Spot March 2006 – May 2007 (1 year 3 months)London, United Kingdom Provision of value added services to the recruitment industry, through the analysis of individual personality profiles and matching them to the requirements of employers. Provision of in-house consulting for companies to ensure that individuals are the right fit for their roles. (Open)1 recommendation Raymond Walley Company Secretary at The Gauge 0 Guild Limited Neil has undergone formal training as a psychometric analyst with Success Dynamics. He worked hard to attain his qualification and believes wholeheartedly in developing people to achieve their real potential. I therefore have no hesitation in...View Project Manager Citigroup March 2005 – February 2006 (1 year)London, United Kingdom Project manager for several large real estate projects. Co-ordination and management of all people-related initiatives. (Open)1 recommendation Gillian Nienaber Student at Open University Neil was an excellent project manager. He was analytical, structured and most reliable. He kept us on track to achieve our objectives under tight timescales. What is more, wherever possible, he used his initiative to make project improvements. ...View Project Manager Nedbank 2001 – 2004 (3 years)Johannesburg Area, South Africa (Open)2 recommendations Binod Maveli Business Analyst Working with Neil at Nedbank was a memorable experience. He is very sincere, committed and a thorough professional. Before...View Priya Roopanand Head of Business Effectiveness at Nedbank capital I appreciated Neil's level of comitment, dedication and tenacity in all that he executes. This proved to be his key...View Business Analyst Clarity Business Architects 1998 – 2000 (2 years)Johannesburg Area, South Africa (Open)1 recommendation Claire Carradice Customer Care at Siemens Business Services Neil is focussed, perseverant and analytic. He is highly organised. He taught me most of the business process renewal skills I have today. He is patient and a good teacher. Neil is very dedicated to the work he commits himself to and I would...View LANGUAGES

English Native or bilingual proficiency
Afrikaans Limited working proficiency
Hebrew Elementary proficiency SKILLS & EXPERTISE Most endorsed for...

• 99Program Management
• 57Management
• 43Project Management
• 41Project Planning
• 37Business Development
• 31Strategy
• 30Business Strategy
• 21Business Analysis
• 20Recruiting
• 19Change Management
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• 17Renewable Energy
• 16Environmental Consulting
• 15Process Improvement
• 11Leadership
• 11Management Consulting
• 10Team Management
• 10Strategic Planning
• 9Vendor Management
• 9Team Leadership
• 8Solar Energy
• 7Analysis
• 7Budgets
• 7Risk Management
• 6Training
• 6Operations Management