As Co-Founder and Head of Operations at iyarn, I've played a pivotal role in steering iyarn towards transformative successes, notably in enhancing wellbeing across diverse sectors. Our technology, deeply rooted in fostering meaningful connections, has significantly advanced the social and emotional health support landscape.Roles & Responsibilities:• Strategic Leadership: Orchestrated pivotal partnerships and strategic shifts, focusing on impactful B2B2C engagements within the social… Show more As Co-Founder and Head of Operations at iyarn, I've played a pivotal role in steering iyarn towards transformative successes, notably in enhancing wellbeing across diverse sectors. Our technology, deeply rooted in fostering meaningful connections, has significantly advanced the social and emotional health support landscape.Roles & Responsibilities:• Strategic Leadership: Orchestrated pivotal partnerships and strategic shifts, focusing on impactful B2B2C engagements within the social service sector, significantly expanding iyarn's reach and impact.• Operational Excellence: Oversaw iyarn's operations, emphasizing efficiency, scalability, and innovation, crucial for our rapid growth and the successful deployment of our technology across numerous platforms.• Product Development and Innovation: Led the evolution of iyarn's platform, introducing groundbreaking features like "Check In Assist" and AI enhancements to meet the dynamic needs of our users and partners.• Stakeholder Engagement: Fostered invaluable relationships with key partners like YouthCARE and Skill Hire, securing substantial deals that underscored the value and potential of our technology to transform wellbeing practices.Achievements:• Impactful Partnerships: Solidified transformative collaborations, notably with YouthCARE and Skill Hire, driving iyarn's mission forward and laying a foundation for sustainable growth. • Successfully led the launch of ireflect, a pioneering check-in app developed in partnership with YouthCARE Australia, demonstrating significant impact on school and workplace wellbeing.• Strategic Funding and Growth: Successfully navigated financial strategies to bolster iyarn's market position, securing vital R&D funding and preparing for an ambitious equity round to fuel our expansion.• Global Expansion Vision: Initiated strategic dialogues with global tech giants, setting the stage for iyarn's international distribution and integration into global marketplaces. Show less

As Business Development Manager, I leveraged my expertise in strategic partnerships, market analysis, and stakeholder engagement to drive business growth and expand market reach. My approach combined analytical rigour with a passion for innovation, rooted in my MBA from UWA and experience at iyarn, where I championed wellbeing through technology.Roles & Responsibilities:• Market Expansion: Identified and pursued new business opportunities, expanding the company's footprint in existing… Show more As Business Development Manager, I leveraged my expertise in strategic partnerships, market analysis, and stakeholder engagement to drive business growth and expand market reach. My approach combined analytical rigour with a passion for innovation, rooted in my MBA from UWA and experience at iyarn, where I championed wellbeing through technology.Roles & Responsibilities:• Market Expansion: Identified and pursued new business opportunities, expanding the company's footprint in existing and untapped markets.• Strategic Partnerships: Cultivated relationships with key industry players to forge partnerships that aligned with the company's growth objectives.• Sales Strategy: Developed and implemented comprehensive sales strategies to achieve and exceed targets.• Customer Engagement: Enhanced customer engagement through targeted marketing initiatives and feedback mechanisms, ensuring product offerings met market needs.Achievements:• Drove significant growth by securing strategic partnerships and deals, contributing to the company's revenue targets.• Implemented innovative market entry strategies that expanded the company's presence in competitive markets.• Led cross-functional teams to develop and launch new products, aligning with market demand and customer feedback. Show less

As an Operations Coordinator at Bunnings, I led a dynamic team of 30-40 employees, driving operational excellence and achieving significant financial milestones. My comprehensive approach to team management, financial oversight, and strategic planning has been instrumental in sustaining and enhancing the company's market leadership in the home improvement and outdoor living sectors.Roles & Responsibilities:• Team Leadership and Development: Guided and developed a diverse team, focusing… Show more As an Operations Coordinator at Bunnings, I led a dynamic team of 30-40 employees, driving operational excellence and achieving significant financial milestones. My comprehensive approach to team management, financial oversight, and strategic planning has been instrumental in sustaining and enhancing the company's market leadership in the home improvement and outdoor living sectors.Roles & Responsibilities:• Team Leadership and Development: Guided and developed a diverse team, focusing on long-term career management, performance appraisals, and training needs analysis to ensure continuous improvement and high morale.• Financial Management: Accountable for the EBIT annual performance of $30 million, adeptly managing sales and wage budgeting to maximise profitability.• Strategic Planning: Conducted GMROI (Gross Margin Return on Investment) analysis and ROCA (Return on Capital Employed) management to inform strategic decisions and optimise resource allocation.• Operational Efficiency: Oversaw the maintenance of critical employee data, ensuring operational processes aligned with company objectives and compliance requirements.Achievements:• Successfully led my team to exceed performance and financial targets, contributing significantly to Bunnings' market presence and profitability.• Implemented innovative strategies that enhanced operational efficiency, team productivity, and customer satisfaction. Show less