Readiness Lead for the Venue Management Functional Area including identification of potential challenges and provision of strategic advice on course correction.Transfer of Knowledge Lead for the Venue Management Functional Area.Ensured all Venue Management Functional Area planning activities were prioritised, positioned and communicated in a consistent manner under a considered and structured approach. Led the integrated development of operational policies and procedures and approval process of cross-partner operational policies.Ensured a holistic approach was adopted for operational planning, contingency planning, training and readiness activities for the Venue Management team. Games-time role: Venue Operations Manager - Marathon and ‘Smithfield Precinct’ (Beach Volleyball, 3x3 Basketball, 3x3 Wheelchair Basketball and Festival Site). Management of on-site activities to ensure the safe, effective and efficient operation of the Basketball 3x3, Beach Volleyball and Marathon competition venues. Management of information flow between Functional Areas and client groups regarding venue operations.

Noosa Triathlon 2022 - Signage Manager Run4Planet 2022 - Site Manager INAS Global Games 2019 - Venue Manager (Basketball) T20 Women's World Cup 2020 - Sports Presentation ProducerMultiple Men's T20 and International Test Matches at the Gabba - Sports Presentation ProductionSpartan Race Australia - Volunteer Recruitment Virtual Event (700 pax for large global organisation) - Workforce Management Edmund Rice Foundation - Event Director (Sequins & Sandshoes Fundraising Event)

Led a team that managed key Transport governance forums including Steering Committees and executive level Taskforce groups. These forums comprised Organising Committee Executives, Games delivery partners and representatives from all levels of government. Developed, planned and tracked a fully integrated Transport program between the Organising Committee, Federal, State & Local Governments and the Queensland Police Service. Deciphered, planned, supported and monitored the progress of key deliverables in accordance with Commonwealth Games Federation guidelines. Cited for the development of cooperative and positive relationships with Functional Areas, external delivery partners and stakeholders to support the objectives and responsibilities of the Transport Functional Area. Led Transport program management through all phases of the project, overseeing governance, integration, compliance, reporting, assurance, risk and issue management. Led Transport Games Operations Centre planning and operations. Recruited and developed junior staff members who subsequently gained promotion within the Functional Area and senior positions within global events. following. Games-time role: Games Operations Centre Transport DeskAchievements: - Project led the GC2018 Transport Operations Plan from initial planning to delivery including development of the document between the organising committee, state and local government agencies (TMR, QPS, City of Gold Coast etc.), the document’s public release and a comprehensive public consultation process. - Chaired the GC2018 Transport Program Management Working Group comprising PMO representatives from our delivery partners and all levels of Government. - Cited for strong ability to adapt skills in a dynamic and fast paced environment and under pressure, whilst managing multiple internal and external stakeholder relationships with competing requirements.

Characteristic Event Coordinator/PCO role performing all aspects of event coordination for effective delivery of over 20 events of varying types, Australia-wide per year. Servicing clients from multiple industries and sectors with varying needs, budgets and goals and assisting them to deliver planned objectives that relate to content, financial targets and audience engagement. Researching potential venues for suitability and comparison, aiding with program development, coordinating suppliers, sourcing speakers and entertainment, organising branding & printing services, logistics, AV requirements/theming, leisure management and partner programs. Using EventsPro software to build event specific registration sites for event attendees and managing all aspects of registration including ticketing, accommodation, logistics (group/individual flights, transfers etc.) and payments. Providing client services such as regular registration updates, preparation and management of event budgets, run sheets, supplier and venue contracts. Using initiative took on other roles in the office such as managing the Secretariat of a Society that the company is contracted to run. This involved managing all member communications, events, training courses, membership applications and renewals, accounts and monthly management committee reports. Achievements:• Coordinated re-branding of the company, including a new logo, website, selling point and look and feel. Tasked with this due to my corporate experience and university degree. • After training, became proficient in using the software EventsPro very quickly and became the “office expert” within weeks. • Cited as earning clients’ respect quickly and known for relationship building. Proven through small thank you gifts from clients, which is out of the ordinary. • Aided with expanding client services by introducing new technology such as event applications for mobile phones, which were not previously offered.

Demanding and dynamic role providing support to large scale, BHP Billiton-wide multi-year project. In addition to administrative duties, including all of those performed in Team Administrator role, performed global stakeholder engagement within multiple levels of the organisation and externally, managed local, international and external business workshops and training sessions, sourcing of information and collation of data such as study reports from various global sectors of the organisation, coordinated the establishment, operation and closure of project working groups through various phases of the project, coordinated the scheduling of meetings and preparation of agendas and minutes, ensured all project information was captured in electronic storage system, document and data control for all working groups, developed and maintained action lists and follow up items to ensure that all project tasks are completed to time and reported outstanding items to Project Lead, preparation of correspondence and subsequent follow up, management of proposals, contracts and purchase orders for all consultants engaged in project. Demonstrated commitment and proactive leadership to safety policies (zero harm), BHP Billiton Charter values and company policy and procedures. Achievements:• Was initially contacted and requested to apply for role due to previous reputation within organisation. • Was asked to perform a month-long secondment in Perth office, in the absence of Executive Assistant to Head of Group Project Management (Level C in organisation). • Was described as being the heart of the team through strong communication and interpersonal skills and personality. Continued to develop these skills to enable professional interaction with a range of people including senior management, state and federal government officials and management consultancy firms. • Was quoted in performance review to have “unique balance of professionalism and energy”.

Multi-faceted role focused on providing confidential secretarial & administrative support to three Vice Presidents and their teams. Reporting directly to Business Development Vice President, performed multiple diary management, coordinated meetings, videoconferences & teleconferences, undertook call screening and management, performed confidential Word and PowerPoint processing including drafting, formatting, proofreading documents & reports, collated & prepared presentations, fostered positive relationships with key stakeholders, coordinated extensive local & overseas travel, managed the induction process for new employees & oversaw the expense management process. Achievements:Stepped up to cover and support President Metallurgical Coal, in the absence of Executive Assistant. Through high levels of performance was also asked to perform two month-long secondments in this role.Worked above & beyond usual role requirements, by undertaking additional training & professional development as required by the company. Attended site on numerous occasions.Following strong performance was awarded 11% annual bonus – more than the prescribed 10% limit as per employment contract.Acted as Chairperson of the Safety Committee.Acted as Training Administrator for Metallurgical Coal office. Updated & maintained training records, coordinated training requests & responded to requests for information through Learning Management System.Contributed to company-wide, simultaneous software implementation project (1SAP) focused on aligning HR/Payroll and Employee Expense Management systems & processes into an integrated system in order to simplify & standardise current processes, benefit from best practice & share data & information.Facilitated eLearning sessions for new software project on site & in Brisbane, including delivering presentations to managers and employees on site, responding to questions, disseminating information & maintaining & updating attendance records.

Providing high-levels of executive support and secretarial services to the business owners including undertaking client liaison, financial services support, and general and financial administration. Assisted with research and preparation of financial Statements of Advice, oversaw facilities management and performed accounts payable and receivable. Acknowledged for efforts in integrating components of problem ownership, active listening, and rapport building.