mark young

AI First Agency

Navigate The Future With Confidence.

Unleash The Power Of AI. 

In today's dynamic world, you are the hero of your business story. But even heroes face challenges. We're here to turn the AI challenge into opportunity by helping you navigate a rapidly evolving technological landscape, standing out from the competition, and leveraging AI to ensure your business thrives.

Founder

Love Social Media

Social Selling / Modern Sales is about leveraging your social network to find the right prospects, build trusted relationships, and ultimately, achieve your sales goals. This sales technique enables better sales lead generation and sales prospecting process and eliminates the need for cold calling. Building and maintaining relationships is easier within the network that you and your customer trust.

About Us

We are passionate advocates for Social Selling and Social Media with a focus on LinkedIn and Facebook. Our vision and mission is to help you build your digital sales strategy, and most importantly, acquire new clients

B2B social selling and digital marketing is evolving. Social selling is an evolution of traditional sales techniques that enables sales professionals to engage with today's buyers. Digital marketing and Sales can align to help create great buying experiences. Social selling sales professionals need the tools and insights to enable the buyer to make a buying decision. 

HOW WE DO IT: 

Training Courses  - LinkedIn, Social Selling, Sales Navigator training, Digital sales Transformation, Social Recruiting

Content Production- Sales enablement content, blogs, articles – powerful, engaging and on-brand content is what we do

LinkedIn Profile Makeover - We turn your profile into an IMPRESSIVE digital introduction to the world!

Done For You LinkedIn Prospecting Service
Through our dedicated focus on LinkedIn marketing, we have developed best practices that go beyond your everyday results. 

Our Solution will:

...Save Time: Get results while focusing on your customers
...Save Money: Better, consistent results less than the cost of a full time employee
...Generate Leads:  Your prospects are looking for you online - be there
...Build Brand Visibility: and attract new customers
...Thought Leadership: Leaders share curated, top-quality content
...Foster Relationships: Feedback, build loyal followers

READY TO TALK?  - Connect with me on LinkedIn

Our courses will teach you how to leverage social media to find more leads, develop better-qualified prospects, and increase deal sizes. 

HOW WE DO IT

👉🏼 1-2-1 Mentoring -  either in person or Live Online
👉🏼 Private Bespoke Training – At a location of your choosing. We’ll customise the class so its relevant to what you need
👉🏼Public Scheduled Training  - in London

WHAT WE DO

Our Specialties are

👉🏼 Social Selling Training
👉🏼 LinkedIn Marketing Training
👉🏼 Facebook Ads
👉🏼 Social Media Blueprint
👉🏼 Social Recruiting
👉🏼 Content Marketing
👉🏼 SEO/ PPC Training

WHO WE DO IT FOR

Sales teams, coaches, consultants, entrepreneurs, marketing teams, SMEs and Training Providers
Testimonials can be found here	https://www.youtube.com/user/LoveSocialMedia/videos

My Expertise: LinkedIn | Social Selling | Lead Gen| Sales Management | Digital Selling | Training | Social Media

READY TO TALK? 
Connect with me here on LinkedIn!

Linkedin Instructor / Social Selling Training / Social Selling Coach

LinkedIn Marketing

“You can’t hurry love, No, you’ll just have to wait. love don’t come easy, but it’s a game of give and take” – Phil Collins

The same is true for marketing on LinkedIn. Its not a platform where you can rush in and ask everyone to buy your stuff. It’s more like attending a networking event. If you’ve been to a business networking event and bumped into someone that wants to just sell you their service or product then you’ll know that feeling of wanting to escape as quickly as possible. It’s all about the sale for them and not about the relationship. – and they 100% FAIL

It’s the same inside the world of LinkedIn. You can’t just send out hundreds of connection requests and follow up with a spammy sales message. It takes time to nurture that relationship and get to know them even in advance of connecting

Done For You LinkedIn Marketing Service

They Ask, You Answer

They Ask, You Answer is a business framework with one obsession at its core: “What is my customer asking?”

It’s a simple idea: educated prospects become happier, better customers.  If your prospects are asking questions, you must answer them — openly and honestly — on your website.

When we shift our focus to educating and addressing everything about our products and services we build trust with our audience, weed out bad-fit prospects, and make the buying process smoother. 

Looking to implement They Ask, You Answer at your company? Become the most trusted voice in your space and master the framework with IMPACT or one of our Certified Coaches:

They Ask, You Answer Certified Coach

AI Forge

As a LinkedIn outreach specialist and content creator for AI Forge, my role involves empowering startups to revolutionize the world with cutting-edge AI technology and expert guidance. 

AI Forge is an intensive 12-week incubator program based in London and Miami, led by experienced entrepreneurs. Our aim is to accelerate the development of AI companies that address real-world problems. Through more than 60 training sessions, we provide hands-on training and the necessary support and expertise to help launch successful ventures. At AI Forge, we focus on startups that make a significant impact through AI-driven solutions. As part of our program, we offer financial support, including £10k in cash and credit for various services. Additionally, startups receive 100 hours of free developer time, market research, design materials, and assistance in identifying AI market opportunities. 

With our intensive 12-week program, personalized mentorship, and co-founder-like support, we equip founders with the skills, tools, and resources needed to establish thriving AI startups.

Founding Member 

Block Dojo

Co-Founder and Team Member of Block Dojo, a blockchain incubator, I played a crucial role in setting up the company and contributed to various aspects such as event organization, marketing, LinkedIn outreach, and finding mentors, investors, and start-ups. In 2022, Block Dojo's success was reflected by accounting for 24% of all blockchain investments, highlighting the significant impact of the company in the industry

Founding Member / Business Development

DLA ignite

The buyer's journey has changed and it's never going back. Customers have embraced evolving technology as a way to bolster their control over their own purchasing paths. ... Smarketers (sales and marketing) who see change as an opportunity are the ones who will emerge as the pioneers of the Age of the Customer

What is Social Selling?

Social selling is a “buzzword” and everyone in sales is talking about it. Whether you love it and have embraced it, or hate it and hang on to your cold calling and email methods, you cannot deny that social selling can be incredibly effective when done properly.

Digital Sales Transformation / Social Selling Coach

Academy Class

i was the founder and CEO of Academy Class - the UKs leading Digital Media Training company which i started back in 2006

Key Accomplishments

- started in 2006 with zero investment and grew organically
- The only training centre in the UK Authorized by Adobe, Apple, Autodesk, Maxon, Quark, Unity
- First Training Centre Authorised by Unity Technology in Europe 
- Created an Online Training Channel - Academyclass.tv
- Ran the largest Meet up for Designers in the Uk - Creative Class
- Ran an annual event each year for designers called - Designers Fiesta
- Managed 4 facilities and offices with staff up to 40 in London, Glasgow, Manchester, Vilnius
- Served the biggest and most well know media companies in UK including - Sky, McCann Ericsson,, BBC, ITV, Adobe, OUP, and many government departments as well as the freelance community 
- ran courses across EMEA for BlackBerry

Founder / CEO

Iron Wolf Calling

Everything has changed with lead generation and customer contact! 
But we know you still need to stimulate interest in your product, and you still need qualified, new business leads. 

Are your clients still buying your products? Or are they now buying from your competitors? 
Iron Wolf Calling gives you reliable, intelligent partnering, not process telemarketing. 
There’s nothing you can do in-house do that we cannot do!

Co-Founder / CEO

Highlander

Ran the training team at Highlander where it was awarded the European Training Centre of the Year by Macromedia

Accredited by Adobe Inc., Highlander provides classroom, blended and online courses for professionals at all levels who wish to learn Photoshop, Flash, InDesign, Illustrator, DreamWeaver, ActionScript and more. Additionally, we offer customised closed courses at your own location for groups.

Sales Director

Mekon

Focussed on selling training solutions to companies around Adobe FrameMaker Technology

Mekon are leading UK systems integrators focused on increasing the effectiveness of your business content and technical communications. Thought leaders in XML and complex content processes, we leverage our expertise and cross-industry client experience to help you turn your content from a cost centre to a business asset, with a specialty focus on Content Strategy, XSLT development, XSL-FO Stylesheet development, CMS system intergration, S1000D, and DITA.

Business Development Training Solutions

🐱 Cat Person and AI Enthusiast | 10x Your Social Media Impact with AI Avatars: Empowering Solopreneurs & Business Pros in Personal Branding Using Advanced AI Technology / (Dogs Are Cool Too)

Helping Fractional Consultants & Executive Coaches Build Authority & Land Clients on LinkedIn—Fast

With over 30 years in Tech, Training, and Media, I empower professionals through AI innovation and transformative training. My mission is to make AI and digital strategies approachable, actionable, and impactful, enabling others to thrive in an increasingly digital world.

❤️ Who I Help

I work with fractional consultants who:

Possess deep industry expertise but aren’t fully leveraging LinkedIn to attract ideal clients
Seek consistent inbound & outbound leads to fill their pipeline with premium opportunities
Lack time to develop content, messaging, and outreach—but need results fast

❤️ How I Help

I’ve developed a comprehensive LinkedIn system designed to position you as a trusted authority while attracting premium clients through both inbound and cold outreach strategies.

Here’s how it works:

LinkedIn Profile & Brand Optimization – Transform your profile into a client magnet within 24 hours
Targeted Cold Outreach – 200-400 strategic connection requests plus personalized video messaging to initiate warm conversations
Done-for-You Thought Leadership Content – 4-8 engaging posts per month to drive inbound leads
Authority-Building Video Content – Professionally edited videos to boost credibility and trust
Outbound Follow-Up & Nurturing Sequences – Converting cold prospects into booked calls
Newsletter & Email List Growth – Turning LinkedIn traffic into an owned audience

❤️ Results?

A fully optimized LinkedIn presence that delivers consistent, high-quality client opportunities.

❤️ Why Work With Me?

30+ years of experience in Tech, Training, and Media – bridging innovation with practical business growth

Specialization in LinkedIn for fractional consultants and coaches – offering a proven authority-building system tailored for experienced professionals

Effective Cold Outreach – combining targeted messaging, video, and automation to turn cold connections into warm leads

Hands-off execution – my team handles 90% of the work, allowing you to focus on delivering results to your clients

Multi-channel approach – blending outreach, content, video, and email marketing to create a lead-generation machine

❤️ Contact Me

Curious about how I can elevate your business? Let’s connect and explore how my services can drive your success. Whether we work together or not, I promise you'll leave our conversation with clarity and actionable insights. And if you’re a cat lover, let’s swap a few photos while we’re at it!

Mark Young

Alghanim Industries

Director / Head of Marketing, Digital & Customer Experience | Automotive

Director / Head of Marketing, Digital & Customer Experience | Consumer Electronics | Xcite

Petromin Corporation

Head of Strategy & Network Development for Stellantis business to see through the initial  operational growth and setup. Setting up nine operational locations (including 6 3S locations) across KSA is (Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Khobar, Makkah, Jubail, Madina).

Director Strategy | Stellantis

Headed the Kingdom wide project rollout for the new franchise acquisition of 8 brands under Stellantis (Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler, RAM, Fiat, Fiat Professional, Abarth, Alfa Romeo).
Led a multifunctional project team from Network, Human Resource, Logistics, IT, Finance and Operations to work towards Day 1 readiness. 4 new locations setup in the initial phase including the innovative automotive lifestyle fusion concept of JEEP LOUNGE.

Project Head | Stellantis

Self Employed

Working with consulting groups and as a freelance consultant/expert consulting on multiple projects related to New Business Setups, Dealership restructuring, Network strategies and on Next-Generation Automotive Projects including EV Retail Ecosystem, ‘House of Brands’ and Multibrands business models, Integrated Home-based auto solutions, Digital Transformation, MarTech, Customer data platform (CDP), Multi-channel transitions to omnichannel marketing, Auto Ecommerce, etc.

Consultant

AlJomaih Automotive Company

Aljomaih Automotive Company is the largest GM dealer in the Middle East and one of the largest in the world with revenues exceeding $1.5 Billion. Worked as Head of MARCOM based in the Corporate Office in Dammam, I was responsible to develop business strategy and lead execution of all marketing and related functions across all brands GM (Chevrolet, Cadillac, GMC, ACDelco) & GAC Motor. Lead the launch of GAC Motor in Saudi Arabia in 2018.

Head of Marketing, Communications & Digital | General Motors & GAC Motor 

Autozone Balubaid

Largest Multi-brand Automotive Retailer in Saudi Arabia today. In July 2011, headed this special project in Balubaid Group related to an innovative and customer-centric multi-brand auto retail concept resulting in the creation of ‘AUTOZONE’ in the Kingdom. This covered a full spectrum of conceptualization, development and execution. During the course of the project, I spearheaded internal departmental teams of Operations, Marketing, CRM, Engineering, Finance, HR and external partners like branding and advertising agencies as well as different other suppliers to successfully complete the project on time. This included but not limited to strategy document, execution architecture, communication strategy and development and launching of nine branches across KSA in  a timeframe of one year.

Project Head

Balubaid Group of Companies

Balubaid Group of Companies is a diversified, $600M+ revenues conglomerate. The Group's business activities include automotive, real estate, financial services, manufacturing, service equipment trading, car rentals, transportation, and food & beverage among others. Reporting to the Group Chairman & Executive President, I was part of the core leadership team leading business planning, marketing and communications across all sectors and business units.

Group Head of Marketing & Communications (Corporate Director)

Balubaid Automotive is one of the leading Saudi Automotive Retailers & one of the biggest authorized GM dealers in the Middle East. As head of the department, I lead all aspects related to sales planning,. marketing, facilities/network development and vehicle ordering/planning.

National Marketing & Planning Manager | General Motors

Nirala Dairy (Pvt.) Ltd.

Head of Marketing department assigned to set up the department and launch various dairy products under Nirala Dairy (Pvt.) Limited, the new venture of Nirala Group. Besides being the leader in delectable quality delights in Pakistan, the Group consists of businesses like dairy processing and packaging, snacks, restaurants, software house and automobiles

Senior Brand Manager

Hang Ten North America (Hang Ten Pakistan)

Business Head of the Hang Ten Division, one of the leading specialty retailer/ retail brand in Pakistan offering clothing, shoes and accessories for men, women and children. The division was the key BU of the parent company, Famous Brands(Pvt.) Limited, which carried the largest portfolio of world renowned international brand franchises in Pakistan like Giordano, Slazenger, Jockey and Samsonite.
I was hired to head the Hang Ten Division as Brand Manager and had the P&L responsibility for the largest retail chain network in the country with 22 Exclusive Hang Ten outlets all over Pakistan. The Hang Ten Division employed a total of 150 people in sales, marketing, designing, CRM and general administration.

Business Unit Head / Sales Marketing Manager

Fauji Cereals Pakistan

Fauji Foundation is the largest industrial cum welfare group in Pakistan. In order to support its numerous welfare projects, it has diversified portfolio of commercial projects including interest in Oil & Gas, Fertilizers, Sugar, FMCG (Cereals and Edible Oil). Fauji Cereals is the market leader in Pakistan in the breakfast cereals category. I was looking after the Breakfast Cereals and Powdered Desserts Categories. I was responsible for the well-known national brands like Fauji Corn Flakes (Ready-To-Eat) and Fauji Porridge (Cooking Preparation) both of which are market leaders in their own categories. The company was looking for a complete fresh turnaround in its marketing approach and was I assigned to lead the task.

Brand Manager, Fauji Cereals

AC Nielsen (Previously Aftab Associates)

Worked in the retail audit department and was responsible for client servicing for local and multinational clients like British American Tobacco, Rafhan Best Foods, Packages Ltd. & Qarshi Industries

Research Executive, Retail Audit

Seasoned and results-driven industry professional with over 24 years’ insightful experience majorly across the Retail/Automotive sectors in the Middle East and Pakistan, driving sales, market share, business growth, and brand recognition, with a track record of delivering on revenue targets. Highly analytical and market-aware with expertise in formulating winning business plans, directing marketing campaigns, developing brand strategy, creating brand awareness, managing partner relationships, and substantially increasing revenues. Have led successful startups, new brand acquisitions, and business restructuring projects. Expert in decision-making, problem-solving, communication, and negotiation. Have exceptional interpersonal and management skills with a proven ability to work independently and as part of a team. Master’s Degrees in Business and Economics from top universities, Fellow of Chartered Institute of Marketing (FCIM), UK. A strong knowledge base of modern-day digital trends with a Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Business from a joint program developed by Columbia Business School and MIT 

Core Competencies and Skillsets include 
✑ Handling multi-category brand portfolios in B2C, B2B, and retail environments 
✑ Product and service brands and businesses startups, expansion and restructuring. Experienced in managing them through growth, normal, and crises cycles 
✑ Extending retail networks, establishing/creating networks, re-defining networks, and managing networks.
✑ Managing corporate brands and aligning product brands & business divisions within the corporate portfolio management.
✑ PR & Internal communication management and tracking brand sentiments. Corporate Newsletter and Engagement Tools.
✑ Market Research, Retail tracking, customized researches, market intelligence activities.
✑ Digital evolutions, Digital and Social Media setups and growth management, Website development & management, Mobile Application along with platform tracking of all mediums, Tech improvisation 
✑ Virtual Sales experiences and E-commerce Strategy and Startups
✑ Event Management including product launches, customer activations, showroom launches, virtual events, Motor shows, etc.
✑ Business and Strategic Planning. Short, mid, and long-term direction setting.
✑ Project feasibilities and completing execution cycle for multi-functional and multi-teams setups.
✑ Customer Engagement,  Life Cycle Management, Loyalty programs strategy structuring, and management 
✑ Franchise Negotiations, acquisition, management and maintenance experiences

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