I am currently embedded in an exciting Growth Centre demonstrating and enabling the precinct vision whilst creating congruency in the project team with design and planning for great place outcomes. I've played a key role in negotiating appropriate outcomes in relation to a complex and contentious issue, ensuring the delivery of a project that demonstrated the precinct vision and built collaborative relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.I have been able to bring my sound understanding of local and state government to the role and my experience in liaising with a range of client/stakeholder groups to facilitate positive social, economic and cultural outcomes to meet the growth centre strategy.

Delivering events and activation in a high profile environment with constant public stakeholder scrutiny.Primary point of contact for all internal and external stakeholders coordinating all event requirements including:- External event organisers- Marketing- Sponsorship & partners- Programming- Tenant engagement- Production and logistic requirements- WHS compliance- All budgeting aspects

Responsible for:- coordination and successful delivery of Council flagship events - advising other Council business units on event management protocol, WH&S, risk- providing policy and strategic direction on events scheduling and processes- managing all external event stakeholder relationships, such as; event owners, NSW Police, Licensing Police and Transport Management Centre- leading an event services team with 3 direct reports - managing contractors and suppliers - negotiating event license agreements and supplier contracts

Responsible for:- staff management- building relationships with community and government stakeholders- strong communication across the organisation; senior management, elected Councillors, internal teams such as cultural programs, parks & gardens, rangers, community living (seniors, youth, safety)- delivery complex events with diverse safety and compliance requirements in an iconic venue.