"The Lion" - Arthur's star sign that perfectly captured his dominant, creative, and magnanimous personality.
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Professional Career
Arthur Bateman's professional journey spanned decades and continents, rising from a South London scholarship boy to Head of European Operations and successful entrepreneur.
His career exemplified passion, drive, and the ability to think bigger than others would dare - transforming from post-war Britain to the global business world through sheer determination.
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Education
| Cambridge University |
Peterhouse College - History degree (scholarship from Whitgift School) |
Compton Advertising (24+ Years)
| Head of European Operations |
5 years based in Paris, overseeing entire European operations for the world's 12th largest advertising agency |
| Head of German Operations |
Created brilliant campaigns including the "Ariel woman" • Major accounts: John Deere, Procter & Gamble |
| Notable Achievement |
Cast Olivia Newton-John at age 18 in Australian operations • Exceptional tenure in volatile industry |
Bounty Australia (Founded 1983)
| Founder & CEO |
Built specialist sampling and publishing business from 3 staff to 35+ employees |
| Growth Trajectory |
MLC serviced offices → St Martin's Tower → Surry Hills headquarters |
| Exit Strategy |
Successfully sold to Emap • Continued working 7 additional years post-acquisition |
Investment Activities
| Puppy Pack (UK) |
Strategic investment demonstrating continued entrepreneurial vision |
"Passion, drive, competitiveness, insatiable curiosity, eccentricity, and the ability to never be embarrassed."
- Matthew Bateman's defining words about his father's professional character
