Daniel Pountney's Linkedin Analytics

After a valuable jaunt into the corporate world with ASBIS and SharkNinja, I’m thrilled to be back at Unlock EMEA, doing what I love most: launching ambitious, Apple-adjacent consumer tech brands into omnichannel retail across EMEA. With 14 years in business development and strategic partnerships, I’ve built a career around helping brands—from startups to multi-billion-dollar multinationals—establish a profitable presence on the shelves of Europe’s leading retailers. What I Bring to the Table: Market Entry Expertise: Proven track record of successfully launching brands across consumer electronics, SDA, smart home, audio, toys, and accessories. Strategic Partnerships: Strong network with top-tier retailers and value-added distributors throughout EMEA. Corporate Perspective: Valuable insights gained from my roles at: ASBIS: Drove UK & Nordics market expansion for AENO’s SDA, personal care, and smart home products. SharkNinja: Managed key UK retail accounts (Costco UK & AO.com), navigating billion-dollar brand dynamics, deepening my understanding of structured corporate operations and data-driven growth. This corporate experience sharpened my strategic approach and reinforced my appreciation for the agility, creativity, and relationship-building that defines business development at Unlock EMEA. I genuinely believe that “network is net worth,” and I'm proud that many of my industry partners have become close personal friends over the years. Make 'em Laugh: Currently pursuing an MA in Comedy Writing, enhancing my creativity and communication skills while secretly hoping that I can write a sitcom to escape from it all! If you're a consumer tech brand looking to enter or expand your presence in EMEA, let’s connect—I’m always keen to chat strategy (or share commercial war stories!).