Cy Wilkinson

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DISC Type : Id

Chief Executive Officer at UnitBirwelco

United Kingdom

Overview

Cy Wilkinson is the CEO of UnitBirwelco, specializing in business transformation and P&L optimization for global engineering firms. A graduate of Coventry University, he applies expertise in Lean leadership to drive growth and operational excellence. Colleagues consistently describe him as highly driven, focused, and dedicated in his leadership approach.

Outside of his executive roles, Cy maintains a keen interest in sectors critical to national infrastructure and security. This includes the energy sector, exemplified by companies like bp, and the UKs defense industry, reflecting his professional work with suppliers to the military and aerospace sectors.

He led the turnaround of Pailton Engineering, transforming it from a multi-million-pound loss to a multi-million-pound profit in under four years.

Personality Overview

Socially Adept

Self-Assured

Persuader

They are charming and have the ability to align others behind their decisions.  They like to keep things under control. They do not mind taking risks and can make hard decisions, if necessary.

Topics They Care About

Business Turnaround
His career is defined by leading transformations, taking companies like Pailton Engineering from significant loss to multi-million-pound profitability in under four years.
Lean Manufacturing
He has a long history of implementing Lean methodologies to boost productivity, improve delivery times from under 50% to 97%, and optimize operational efficiency.
Global Market Expansion
He has successfully executed strategies to expand business operations into new international markets, including India, Saudi Arabia, and the Middle East for UnitBirwelco.

Media Appearances

Cy has no verified media appearances

Work History

2-2019
Chief Executive Officer at UnitBirwelco
2-2019 - 6-2019
Chief Restructuring Officer at UnitBirwelco
1-2015 - 12-2018
Managing Director at Pailton Engineering Limited
1-2012 - 1-2015
Managing Director at Cressall Resistors Ltd
7-2006 - 6-2012
Operations Director at Cressall Resistors Ltd

Education

2008 - 2009
MBA from Coventry University
2000 - 2003
MSc from Coventry University
1998 - 2000
Higher National Certificate from Mid-Warwickshire College of Further Education
1995 - 1997
Various engineering/CAD/CNC from Mid-Warwickshire College of Further Education
1987 - 1991
City & Guilds craft apprenticeship (Toolmaking) from Mid-Warwickshire College of Further Education

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Insights For Selling To Cy

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Appeal to their sense of self-worth and how they will impact their organization
  • Present testimonials from existing customers about their experience with your product
  • Find ways to push them a little if they don’t start giving a clear yes or no in due course

DONT's

  • Do not come across as negative or non-supportive, work with them as a partner
  • Don’t rely too much on what they promise, make your own deductions
  • Don’t be excessively objective, focus on building a story first

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Cy is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Cy

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no albeit in a friendly manner.


Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Cy move?

  • If you earn their trust and they develop faith in the product, they can make decisions quickly.
  • Can Cy take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks if necessary.

You And Cy

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