Zak Houlahan

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DISC Type : DI

Group Chief Executive Officer at Achieve together part of InfraBridge at Achieve together

London Area, United Kingdom

Overview

Zak Houlahan is a cross-sector leader with over 20 years of experience driving large-scale business transformations in the aviation, energy, and infrastructure sectors. As CEO of Achieve together, he applies his expertise in M&A and operational redesign to the adult social care industry. People who have worked with him describe him as inspirational, resilient, and a great team builder.

Outside of work, Zak has a passion for boxing, which he has been involved with since he was young, and an interest in exploration and archaeology. A self-confessed "petrol head, " he owns a Mercedes SL but also enjoys driving his familys electric vehicle. He frequently holidays in Majorca, a destination hes visited since childhood.

His career pivot into social care was inspired by his own life; he saw firsthand how the right support can change everything during his familys tough times.

Personality Overview

Persuasive

Friendly But Fast

Values Relationships

They prefer to ensure that they are in control of the situation.  A combination of speed and relationship gets the best response from them. They are more likely to accept new and exciting technologies.

Topics They Care About

Business Transformation
Has a proven track record of successfully guiding organizations like Enerveo Group and Amey PLC through redesign, M&A activity, and cultural realignment to achieve significant growth.
Adult Social Care
Passionate about making a meaningful difference in social care, driven by a core belief that everyone is born with equal value but not always equal opportunities.
Policy and Advocacy
Actively works to influence national policy by participating in the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Adult Social Care, ensuring the sector is on the government's agenda.

Media Appearances

Zak has no verified media appearances

Work History

5-2024
Group Chief Executive Officer at Achieve together part of InfraBridge at Achieve together
3-2017 - 7-2024
Founder and Managing Director at Elysian Management & Consultancy Services
12-2021 - 5-2024
Acting Chairman and Group Chief Executive Officer at Enerveo part of AURELIUS Equity Opportunities at Enerveo
9-2017 - 8-2021
UK Managing Director, Local Government, Amey PLC part of Ferrovial at Amey
8-2015 - 3-2017
COO, Americas, UK and Ireland, TCR INT part of DAAB & 3i at TCR

Education

1982 - 1987
English Language and Literature/Letters from Ashburton High School

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Insights For Selling To Zak

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘your decision will’, ‘you will impact’ etc.
  • Help them visualize the impact of their decision
  • Showcase existing customers and use case-studies to grab their attention

DONT's

  • Do not look like someone who doesn’t know what they are talking about
  • Don't make any commitments that you might not be able to fulfill
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a friendly approach

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Zak is

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

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no though in a friendly way.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Zak move?

  • They can reach decisions quickly if they develop trust and confidence in the product.
  • Can Zak take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they will be ready to take risks.

You And Zak

Personality Compatibility


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