Hi I’m Geoff Reid! I am an exceptionally passionate advocate for education, community engagement, and project development of sustainable and strategic resource management. I love working with my people and community - other First Nations Peoples, stakeholders, and Farmers to deliver mutually beneficial, innovative solutions to emerging environmental challenges. I am a results-driven with extensive experience and proven achievement in driving sustainable and innovative projects that inspire strong action plans for community improvement. I am highly skilled in identifying and developing value-adding opportunities including commercial large-scale resource management and strategic initiatives. I’m committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, role modelling expectations of performance and behaviour for cross-functional teams. I am currently collaborating and partnering with First Nations people, land managers, industry partners and government bodies to assist communities in taking care of Queensland’s Murray Darling Catchments. Some of my strengths are:Driving the vision and the purpose of the company: building subject matter experts and empowering business and landowners to grow sustainable businesses.Strong commercial and business acumen & Highly personable and approachable leadership style: Forging strategic alliances as well as procuring and sourcing new funding opportunities for projects by engaging various stakeholders, including strategic partners and corporates.A hands-on professional: Planning, directing, and coordinating all project management deliverables for programmes in addition to implementing employee engagement and workforce performance growth strategies.Excellent communication skills: Nurturing solid relationships and partnerships with a variety of stakeholders, community leaders, and the general public. My area of expertise includes: Strategic Planning, First Peoples Advocacy, Stakeholder Management, Team Leadership, Mentoring & Training, Diversity & Inclusion, Community Engagement, Project Development, Fundraising & Resourcing, Business Development, Stakeholder Relations, Interpersonal Skills, Analytical / Logical Thinking, Problem Resolution, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Sustainability, Budget / Cost Control, Documentation & Reporting, Banking Practices, Commercial & Financial Acumen, Coaching and Mentorship, Microsoft Office Suite.Contact me:0419824436 geoff.reid@onebasin.com.au
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First Nations Engagement LeadOne Basin Crc Dec 2023 - PresentAustraliaThe One Basin CRC is a focused research collaboration developing policy, technical and financial solutions to support and reduce exposure to climate, water and environmental threats in the Murray-Darling Basin. The CRC includes more than 85 partners across industry, governments, research organisations and not for profits working to achieve a more productive, resilient and sustainable Murray-Darling Basin and beyond.
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First Nations ConvenorOne Basin Crc Apr 2023 - Dec 2023Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia
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Growth Facilitator & First Nation Liaison OfficerSq Landscapes May 2021 - Dec 2023Toowoomba, Queensland, AustraliaOversee the efficient execution of projects and ensure all deliverables are accomplished within set budgets and timelines. Procure and source new funding opportunities for projects by engaging various stakeholders, including strategic partners and corporates.Core Responsibilities: Steer conversations about innovative environmental solutions and promoted First People’s cultural heritage.Apply a team-based approach to new business development and project management excellence, as well as providing consultancy/advice on approaches in managing the Murray Darling catchments.Strong focus on First Peoples, driving the First Peoples' Committee agenda in liaison with 28 First Nations.Design and implement employee engagement and workforce performance growth strategies.Plan, manage, and coordinate all project management deliverables for programmes and created entrepreneur change agents to enable company vision.Attract investment, and trial and innovate new approaches for improving the landscape.Collaborate and nurture relationships with farmers and First Peoples, ensuring profitable, sustainable, and ethical food and fibre production, balanced with care of waterways, biodiversity, and soil.Source and find new opportunities for land managers, First Peoples, communities, and industries to improve economic, social, and environmental outlook. Key Achievements:Wrote and delivered over $10M in grant funding applications within the first six months of employment.Drove change in the First People’s Committee to obtain improved cultural outcomes for First People’s communities. -
Growth FacilitatorRaw Impact Jan 2021 - Oct 2021Toowoomba, Queensland, AustraliaSupported the vision and the purpose of the company building subject matter experts and empowering business owners to grow sustainable businesses. Core Responsibilities: Managed project budgets, timelines, and resources, prioritised assignment of tasks for the project team, and provided the team with direction and all required support.Monitored and resolved problems, in addition to implementing necessary changes to ensure project timelines were followed.Developed proactive communication channels for effective and regular reporting of project progression to internal and external stakeholders.Key Achievements:Created the On-Country program – the first trip in Australia to remote First Nation’s communities, bringing the two worlds together and sharing knowledge and experiences. -
Relationship Executive - Schools, Not For Profit & Indigenous SpecialistCommonwealth Bank Of Australia Mar 1998 - Jan 2021Toowoomba, AustraliaManaged a diverse portfolio of clients specialising in indigenous Schools and the not-for-profit sector throughout Southwest QLD.Core Responsibilities: Organised regular visits to schools, including private, Catholic, and boarding schools, as well as churches, working closely with Principals and other stakeholders.Documented client goals and offered expertise in business finance, transactional banking, working capital solutions, asset finance, development finance, trade finance, foreign exchange, and wealth management strategies.Facilitated training programmes for four indigenous organisations in Sydney.Attended functions and contributed to community initiatives in coordination with institutes including women shelters, community-managed aged care facilities, drug rehabilitation centres, and natural resource management organisations.Formulated effective strategic plans to govern financial performance, community goodwill, and partner engagement.Key Achievements:Nationally recognised in 2017, 2018, and 2019 for client engagement and satisfaction excellence.Supported local community organisations in sharing $100K+ of grant funds -
Assistant Branch ManagerCommonwealth Bank Jun 2003 - Jun 2005TenterfieldAssisted in the day to day running of the Tenterfield branch and assisted in processing loans.
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Customer Service SpecialistCommonwealth Bank Jun 2000 - Jun 2003TenterfieldAssisted clients with their requirements including account openening, credit cards, general loan applications, insurances and investments.
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Bank TellerCommonwealth Bank Mar 1998 - Jun 2000Tenterfield, NswI was a teller at the Tenterfield banch and performed general telling, cash handling and general enquiries.
Geoff Reid Skills
Geoff Reid Education Details
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Brisbane Institute Of Tafe Grovely/Ithaca CampasLandscape Design, Nursery, Propagation And Construction -
Pine Rivers High SchoolHighschool Certificate
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Morphett Vale High SchoolHighschool Certificate
Frequently Asked Questions about Geoff Reid
What company does Geoff Reid work for?
Geoff Reid works for One Basin Crc
What is Geoff Reid's role at the current company?
Geoff Reid's current role is First Nations Engagement - Gomeroi giwiirr.
What schools did Geoff Reid attend?
Geoff Reid attended Brisbane Institute Of Tafe Grovely/ithaca Campas, Pine Rivers High School, Morphett Vale High School.
What are some of Geoff Reid's interests?
Geoff Reid has interest in Photography And My Family, Social Services, Children, Education, Being Creative, Love Listening To Music.
What skills is Geoff Reid known for?
Geoff Reid has skills like Commercial Banking, Relationship Management, Business Development, Finance, Transactional Banking, Banking, Corporate Finance, Trade Finance, Management, Risk Management, Retail Banking, Portfolio Management.
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Geoff Reid's colleagues are Emma Payne, Peter Forbes, Shahin Solgi, Malcolm Renney - Gaicd, Lachlan Mollica, Lauren O'donoghue, Avril Hogan.
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