Ria Ball

Energizer
DISC Type : I

Co-Founder at BAR BUOY Ltd.

Exmouth, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Ria Ball is the Co-founder of BarBuoy Cocktails, an award-winning producer of ready-to-serve cocktails based in Devon. Leveraging her marketing degree from the University of the West of England, she drives the brands growth and focus on local sourcing. People who have worked with her often describe her as organized, efficient, professional, and competent.

Outside of her business, Ria is deeply connected to her coastal life in Exmouth. She and her business partner, Tim, are avid open-water swimmers, taking early morning dips in the sea year-round. Previously, she co-owned Exewake Limited, a local watersports school, reflecting her long-standing passion for life on the water.

Interesting fact: BarBuoy Cocktails started after her husband and co-founder, Tim, began bringing flasks of his perfected Margarita recipe to the beach to share with friends.

Personality Overview

Informal

Believer

Relationship Oriented

They are not always early adopters but can be pursuaded by leveraging strong relationships.  They are friendly, approachable and love to make new connections. They are really good at seeing what the long-term impacts of their decisions could be.

Topics They Care About

Ready-to-Drink Cocktails
Co-founded and directs BarBuoy Cocktails, an award-winning brand specializing in premium bottled and canned cocktails for retail and hospitality.
Local Sourcing
Emphasizes using premium South West spirits and high-quality, locally sourced ingredients as a core principle of her business's provenance and sustainability efforts.
Small Business Growth
Has hands-on experience scaling a business from a "kitchen table side hustle" to a brand stocked in regional supermarkets, navigating the challenges of a growing enterprise.

Media Appearances

Ria has no verified media appearances

Work History

11-2020
Co-Founder at BAR BUOY Ltd.
2-2017 - 2-2022
Co-Owner at Exewake Limited
9-2015 - 11-2019
Owner at Ria Ball Virtual Assistant
2-2013 - 2-2015
Office Manager at Koan Ltd
2-2010 - 12-2012
PA to the Directors / Office Manager at 3Sixty Internet Ltd

Education

9-2000 - 6-2004
BA Hons Marketing from University of the West of England

More Information

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Exp : 15 Location : Exmouth, England, United Kingdom Job Level : Leadership Designation : Co-Founder at BAR BUOY Ltd.
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Insights For Selling To Ria

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘people will love’, ‘massive impact’ etc.
  • Share some stories about how you you have helped people in similar positions succeed
  • Speak enthusiastically with energy, maintain a clear and confident tone

DONT's

  • Avoid ifs and buts, don’t talk too much about the risks etc.
  • Don’t assume a yes just because they have not said no
  • Don’t be excessively objective, be a storyteller

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Ria is

  • Relationship and rapport can play an important role, sometimes more than the other factors.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Ria

  • They will probably never say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Ria move?

  • They are not the quickest decision makers, their friendly attitude could be misleading.
  • Can Ria take some risk or not?

  • They can take certain risks that are unlikely to have personal consequences.

You And Ria

Personality Compatibility


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