With over 16 years of experience in sales and marketing across various industries, David is a seasoned professional with a results-driven approach to helping businesses succeed. He leverages a consultative approach that begins with a thorough understanding of your business needs, allowing him and the team to develop a customised marketing strategy to deliver tangible results.
David founded Surge in 2014 with a mission to provide better marketing services. Today, Surge works with clients nationwide, delivering outstanding results and building a strong reputation for success. David's approach to marketing is grounded in transparency and helping clients make informed decisions, reducing risk and maximising impact. With a focus on delivering measurable results, Surge is committed to helping clients achieve their business goals.
SKILLS
David is a skilled professional with a diverse range of abilities. He excels in business development, effectively identifying and capitalising on new opportunities to drive growth. His expertise in project management allows him to effectively plan, organise and execute projects to successful completion. He is a strong leader with a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results. His background in online advertising, eCommerce and sales, has given him a deep understanding of the digital landscape and how to leverage it for success.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
LEADERSHIP
ONLINE ADVERTISING
ECOMMERCE
CONSULTANCY
ANALYTICAL
PUBLIC SPEAKING
STRATEGIC THINKING
EMPATHY
ACCOUNTING & FINANCE
INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE
LEGAL, REGULATORY AND GOVERNANCE
REPORTING & PRESENTATION
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
David prioritises personal development and spends much of his free time reading and listening to podcasts on self-improvement. In addition, he enjoys socialising with friends and family, whether it's over a cup of coffee or a night out on the town. David also values the outdoors and takes regular dog walks, enjoying the fresh air and exercise. He is also a keen traveller, relishing the opportunity to explore new cultures and see the world. When he's not on the go, David can be found indulging in his love of movies and video games, immersing himself in different stories and worlds.
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
SOCIALISING
DOG WALKING
TRAVELLING
MOVIES
GAMING
MUSIC FESTIVALS
EATING OUT
HOLIDAYING
GET TO KNOW DAVID PORTER:
Any hidden talents, David?
I can juggle, but only three balls at a time. I’m really good at accents too, I actually spent my youth in theatre. David does an Irish accent “Right. So if you looked at Irish, that's quite easy to do. But then you can go like really Northern Irish, which is a little bit more harsh and even. Yeah, it's always difficult when I get put on the spot.”
What motivates you, David?
Growth. I would also say winning the next big deal. When I think about when we first started, we were charging £500 for a website. And, now we've recently won contracts that are worth tens of thousands of pounds. So to go from selling £500 sites to £60,000 sites, it's quite an exciting, big jump.
Best compliment you've received, David?
I got called Superman by Charlotte the other day. So, that’s all I see when I look in the mirror now.
What's one thing you're bad at, David?
Modesty.
To be honest, I'm all on, and I think I'm always looking at the next thing. Sometimes I need to be more in the moment and be more present where I'm at rather than constantly thinking about where I'm going to be.
Introvert or extrovert, David?
I'm a massive extrovert!
Best advice you've heard, David?
“If it is to be. It's up to me.” That's really stuck with me because if you want anything in life, it's ultimately down to you.
