Oscar Hesketh-Mare CA(SA)

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Head Of Finance at WEBB Traders

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Overview

As Head of Finance at WEBB Traders, Oscar Hesketh-Mare is a board-level partner focusing on growth and performance through strategic financial management. A Chartered Accountant from the University of the Witwatersrand, he is described by colleagues as meticulous, loyal, and a great people leader with deep business insight.

Oscar has a keen interest in the future of technology and its impact on business, as shown in his posts about AIs role in finance. He also follows Formula 1 and enjoys sharing unique entrepreneurial stories, such as how FedEx was saved from bankruptcy by a gamble in Las Vegas.

Unique fact: Beyond his corporate finance career, Oscar is the founder of a solar energy company, Unified Power Projects Afric.

Personality Overview

Rigorous & Demanding

Thorough Evaluator

Fast But Analytical

They respond well to strong and respectful communication.  More than the product, they care about the effectiveness of the product. They like to act fast and expect others to do the same.

Topics They Care About

AI in Finance
He shared content analyzing how AI agents could transform finance teams, creating massive cost savings and accelerating output, showing a focus on future technologies.
Strategic Growth
His role is described as a "Board level Partner in Growth, " and his career has focused on aligning financial strategies with organizational goals to drive profitability.
Formula 1
Indicated a personal interest by sharing a post about Christian Horner's legacy and impact as the team principal for Red Bull Racing.

Media Appearances

Oscar has no verified media appearances

Work History

8-2022
Head Of Finance at WEBB Traders
12-2021 - 6-2022
Head Of Finance at Hiway
7-2017 - 12-2020
Senior Manager New Business & Corporate Finance at Universal Healthcare (Pty) Ltd.
1-2016 - 9-2021
Founder / Owner at Unified Power Projects Africa
3-2014 - 12-2015
Finance Manager at Traffic Freeflow

Education

1994 - 1996
Bachelor of Accountancy from University of the Witwatersrand
1991 - 1994
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom from University of the Witwatersrand

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Exp : 29 Location : Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Head Of Finance at WEBB Traders
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Insights For Selling To Oscar

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Objectively showcase the impact that your product creates
  • Help them weigh the risks by sharing objective proof points without becoming too analytical
  • Hold your ground without indulging in one-upmanship

DONT's

  • Don't try too hard to forge relationships with them
  • Don’t take too much time in sending them information if they ask for any
  • Do not back off when challenged, respond with a confident, objective answer instead

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Oscar is

  • Confidence in impact is paramount to them, followed by a sense of achievement and ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Oscar

  • If they decide not to go ahead, they will say no without hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Oscar move?

  • They can take decisions very fast if you manage to convince them.
  • Can Oscar take some risk or not?

  • The risks don’t matter much to them.

You And Oscar

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