Chris Macneill Email & Phone Number

Australia

Hope Island, Queensland, Au

As Chief Executive Officer of Unitec Global, I am responsible for the strategic direction and long-term success of the global geospatial solutions provider. I have a proven track record of successfully leading complex projects and initiatives that contribute to growth and success. My expertise includes strategic planning, technology implementation, data-driven solutions, business analysis, and operational excellence. I am passionate about creating innovative solutions to address our customers’ needs through location intelligence. I strive to maintain high standards of customer service, and I work closely with our team to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget.I am proud to lead a talented team of professionals who are dedicated to providing exceptional solutions for our customers around the globe. With my experience in leading successful initiatives, I have been able to drive Unitec Global’s mission of using location intelligence to innovate businesses and communities. I am committed to making Unitec Global the leader in geospatial solutions and technology implementation by providing world-class service and delivering results that exceed expectations.

Melbourne, Vic, Au

CEO we-do-IT Australia, CEO we-do-IT New Zealand, Group Managing Director for all we-do-IT Group of companies globally and as Director of the Board it is my responsibility to implement the boards vision for growth while aligning each of our companies to successful delivery for our customers and partners.

Melbourne, Vic, Au

Accountable to the Board of Directors for all sales and marketing through seven global companies, representing 550+ employees with this multi-million dollar entity during rapid corporate growth. Responsible for ensure execution of the global company strategy as agreed by the Board of Directors. Ensure all regional CEO's and Account Executives meet established corporate objectives and performance metrics in EBITDA, revenue growth and customer satisfaction. * Succeeded in increasing EBITDA substantially for this software and services vendor in the defence, telecom and utilities sectors.* Developed, implemented and updated critical financial policies and operational processes for all global account executives, resulting in better corporate performance and more deal closures.* Defined interaction of commercial with other business parts to enhance performance and qualify responsibilities.* Drove business profitability through focused financial management and EBITDA monitoring to target objectives of >20% EBITDA, 30% growth, 85% customer satisfaction and >80% utilisation.

Melbourne, Vic, Au

CEO of we-do-IT (Europe) Limited, a new Start-Up venture to develop business, increase staff and operate a new trading entity to cover major accounts and markets in Europe, Middle East and Africa. On Board of Directors as accountable for regional growth and participate in the strategic company direction as a group.* Established and staffed new offices in UK and Europe with resourced employees; created and launched a clear strategy and comprehensive business plan to drive sales and persistent growth as agreed by the Board of Directors.* Brought on a number business partners across EMEA for company’s partner program as re-sellers of products and services.

Melbourne, Vic, Au

As a new regional entity start-up was accountable for overseeing daily operations, pursue new business opportunities, negotiate large contracts and nurture deep relationships with regional market leaders in different industry spaces. Fully accountable for P&L, cash flow, new business generation, risk mitigation and recruiting.* Hired by company in UK and promoted through progressively higher positions, such as Project Manager, Principal Consultant and Business Development Manager with clients throughout Australia.* Initially joined to help establish a new office in Sydney, NSW and, after 18 months of successful growth, moved to Queensland (QLD) to set up a new business entity in Brisbane, representing QLD, SA and NT to continue growth. * Closed major deals with new and existing customers, such as APA Group, Sparq, Ergon Energy, Downer, Universal Communications Group, AusGrid and the Great Barrier Reef Foundation, generating millions in new sales.

Culemborg, Gld, Nl

Brought on to sell, market and deliver a wide array of consulting services to B2B clients in the Americas, EMEA, APAC and Australasia, including GE Smallworld GIS telecom and GE Energy customers. Fully familiar with Realworld WNI, LPM, FTTeXpert and ICM products.* Personally designed and executed system implementation and product selection for such market leaders as KDDI Japan, GO Malta, BTC Bahamas, MTN South Africa and Kingston Communications UK.* Generated in excess of £2.5M in new revenue; earned VAR Status with GE Energy for Ireland and the UK; effectively handled preparation of RFx responses.

Reading, Berkshire, Gb

Spearheaded a comprehensive GIS upgrade programme to replace 23 legacy systems with ESRI ArcGIS for 3,500 end users across London and Thames valley. New tools included web viewer based on ArcGIS Server, ArcEditor and network management for hydraulic modelling. Utilized change expertise to recognise business benefits and bridge both programme and business operations. * Ensured maximum benefit impact during delivery of new ESRI products and stressful transition by always leveraging previous GIS experience; also headed business process modelling and reengineering with best practices.* Smoothly transitioned all users through business change strategy and achieved acceptance from business heads at each department.* Worked with programme manager to ensure that each programme covered necessary aspects required to deliver products and services and provide operational benefits.

Bridgewater, New Jersey, Us

In charge of handling GIS pre-sales projects in EMEA and APAC areas, along with tender responses, technical presentations, architecture, requirements gathering and onsite client interaction for Tier 1 telecom leaders, such as BT, Telecom Italia, Saudi Telecom, Etisalat, Telefonica de Espana and others. Regularly visited major clients, identified needs and executed critical engagements. Presented to large audiences at industry conferences: ESRI and TMW. Performed product demos and C-level technical presentations.* Replaced a competitor at Saudi Telecom and provided a better GIS solution, closing a long-term deal worth $16M.* Recognised for focusing on aligning product offerings to reduce client CAPEX and OPEX by delivering services in a fast and efficient manner.* Optimised alignment between Network Engineer (ESRI), Granite and Common Language to promote and enhance value in very competitive global markets.* Set up partnership with ESRI for Telcordia Network Engineer product and INCA for data migration and data services.

London, England, Gb

Responsible for creating managing and tracking all fibre rollout across city of London, including connectivity, splicing, cable pulling and field support for Optical Distribution Frames, along with system configuration, equipment design and installation of Metropolitan Mesh Network and Collector Rings. Administered Smallworld database to resolve faults and trace back errors. * Created and deployed the first all-city fibre network that utilised existing ErDF ducts network, achieving the world’s first “no digging” fibre rollout.* Guided GIS and provisioning groups to ensure as-builts were complete and ready for customer go-live.* Achieved smooth running of Smallworld to release all jobs per required timeframe; also produced a working and fully populated Physical Network Inventory Database.

Dublin 15, Ireland, Ie

Promoted after initial hiring as GIS Analyst/System Administrator to oversee staff in Smallworld database management, report generation, system configuration, equipment installation and compliance with project criteria. Assisted in setting fibre routes and handling Smallworld and MapInfo layout requests in a timely fashion. Fully familiar with maintaining IT assets, GIS servers and workstations.* Designed, implementing and maintained a working and fully populated Internal Capacity Management System and Physical Network Inventory Database. * Planned and recorded Inside Plant Data (ISP) for the successful rolling of the Internal Capacity Management Module.

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Executive

Prince 2, Project Management

Microsoft Certified Professional, Information Technology