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Sydney, Nsw, Au

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

I am responsible for developing a suite of new product offerings for the business to complement the government contracted advisory services we provide. These services will include a range of group based and 1:to:1 advisory services aimed to accelerate the growth and development of small businesses to the next stage of success.

Sydney Region, Australia

Realise Business is an award winning organisation providing state and federal government funded business advisory programs together with training, support and networking connections for SME business owners across Sydney and NSW.Having joined the board in Oct 2015, I initially took over as Chair of the Strategy Committee responsible for developing a transformational multi year strategic plan to reposition the organisation for sustained growth through an expanded footprint. Subsequently in Oct 2016 I took on the Board Chair role to oversee the execution phase of this plan. Highlights included winning a greatly expanded government tender, a successful re-branding process, a 52% increase on revenue, and a 250% increase in operating surplus.In June 2018 I stepped down from the Chair role to once again focus on the Strategy role and to provide hands on assistance to management as they implement the strategic plan.In November 2023 I will complete my time on the board and will continue in the business on an executive basis focusing on new product development.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Acting CEO during leadership transition phase and responsible for leading roll out of major new Federal Government program, Digital Solutions, across NSW and ACT.

Sydney, Australia

A specialist management consultancy focusing on privately owned growth businesses seeking to successfully navigate the secondary growth phase by up-skilling leadership capability and introducing appropriate governance systems through:- Strategy consulting- Interim management- Advisory Board services

Sydney, Australia

The Macquarie Graduate School of Management (MGSM) Alumni Association is a fully independent incorporated association administered by and representative of the estimated 16,000+ graduates of MGSM globally. The association seeks to represent the common interests for MGSM’s alumni community on all aspects relating to their investment in the MGSM brand, and ultimately to develop a more engaging and stronger network in Australia and internationally.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

TWENTYFIVEFOUR is a veteran-owned start-up, launched on ANZAC Day 2021 with a range of first to market non-alcoholic, coffee beverages, designed for troopers by troopers. In addition to making some of the best tasting and highest quality, nitro cold-press coffee, TWENTYFIVEFOUR is a profit-for-purpose business deeply connected to championing and supporting all Aussie service men and women, as well as Aussie troopers everywhere.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

On Duty Group is an Australian based, veteren owned tactical retailer servicing the national defence market across 16 Australian military bases. I served as interim CEO for 12 months as this business underwent a major growth phase, developing & launching a new branded coffee business, TwentyFive Four, whilst undergoing a corporate restructure and external funding phase.

Sydney, Australia

A strategy consultancy focusing on founder led businesses and franchise groups seeking strategic guidance to generate or to manage the next phase of significant growth. Having taken a core business idea and successfully brought it to life, our clients realise that sustainable success depends on a rapid up-skilling of their strategic capability and processes.

Sydney, Australia

Unit Challenge is an app based activity challenge promoting and normalising exercise for individuals of differing ability whilst supporting a diverse range of activities. Our unique normalisation engine creates a level playing field for every participant, regardless of their standard of fitness, physical capability, age or activity preferences. Our social interaction layer and inclusive proposition provide a single shared community for sporty achievers and novice participants alike.

Paddington, Nsw

As a director on the Vividas Operations board, I was involved in the commercial re-start of this Australian founded video streaming software company as it reestablished its presence in the Australian, US and global market.

Sydney

The Anytime Group is a privately owned group of businesses incorporating: ♦ Anytime Fitness Australia – 500+ fitness clubs in Australia with over 500,000 members.♦ Anytime Vision – media company selling advertising targeting Anytime Fitness members ♦ Anytime Equip – provides asset finance for Anytime Fitness franchisees♦ Purple Clubs Management – provides management services to Anytime Fitness franchiseesThe Group also includes the following businesses in development:♦ Anytime Connect – to leverage the Anytime brand & membership base♦ Portfolio Fund – equity & debt capital vehicle investing in Anytime clubs & outlets♦ Enechi Food – joint venture with Australia’s leading producer of prepared meals ♦ Plus 2 other wellness franchise concepts in pilot phaseThe core business was established in 2008 to bring the Anytime Fitness franchise concept to Australia which now has 420 clubs in Australia with an additional 100 clubs forecast to open by 2017. Anytime is the largest participant in the Australian fitness market in terms of revenue, members and outlets. The Group has established several additional businesses selling services and products to or within the Anytime Fitness Australia franchisee network.I was engaged to manage the profitable growth of the fitness business, build shareholder value, manage business innovation and diversification, develop and embed the structure to support growth and diversification, integrate the business entities and introduce a professional Board and executive leadership team structure.My efforts have led to:♦ Substantial growth & significantly improved financial results♦ A new strategic direction & expansion♦ Improved operational effectiveness & capability♦ Prudent commercial decisions

Sydney, Australia

Consulting firm providing team building activities and programs and consulting services in business strategy, leadership and organisational culture.I delivered a culture change project in a 50 person organisation with a history of unsuccessful interventions which reduced employee turnover and elevated trust, motivation and delegation of responsibility.

Sydney, Australia

Marketing and business coaching consulting firm established to assist independent optometry practices adopt sustainable marketing and business practices.The onejuly program delivered an average client growth rate of 25% during a period of intense competition and was approached by both major industry suppliers to form a working partnership.

Campbelltown, Nsw

A group coaching and support program developed for disadvantaged people seeking sustainable self- employment opportunities. Partnering with Housing NSW, this was a community based initiative in the Campbelltown region which established a support program for public housing residents who fall outside the scope of existing government programs. The program was initially funded by Therese Rein.I completed a pilot program and then two annual intakes which led to an 85% graduation rate and a 290% increase in personal earnings across the group. I was approached by Housing NSW to extend the program to other areas.

Sydney

International business coaching company with 100 licensed coaches operating in seven countries including Australia, the US and the UK.I assisted a mining services business grow its revenue base five-fold with increased profitability and positive cash flow to self-fund firm’s rapid growth.I helped an accounting firm with five partners increase its annual annual billings by 30% and formulated a strategy to achieve a further 40% increase in the subsequent 12-18 months. I also developed and implemented a national channel marketing and growth strategy for a medical device company which improved relationships with clinics and specialists who distributed the company’s product and improved their commercial outcomes.

Sydney, Australia

Start-up enterprise supplying high-end industrial design products to the Sydney residential and commercial construction markets. I conceptualised the business as part of my MBA program and led it through start-up to become profitable.

Sydney, Australia

Privately owned global food trading and distribution company operating within the foodservice, retail and industrial markets. Major distributor for National Foods and Murray Goulburn and supplier to Woolworths, FAL, John Lewis F/S, Bidvest, PFD & Masterfoods.My accountabilities included strategic planning, budgeting, leading three direct reports, implementing operational improvement projects, Board reporting, financial management, operations management, order processing, product distribution, purchasing, customer service, inventory control, managing third party warehouse and distribution contracts, IT management, all facets of HR management, export sales, purchasing, trade finance, logistics and documentation and importing logistics.I oversaw a three-fold growth in revenue, introduced four successful new brands, increased the contribution of the Export Division from zero of 40% of revenue, introduced new imported products accounting for 35% of the domestic business, improved gross margins by 25%, reduced salary costs, improved on-time delivery by 20% and reduced product damage costs.

Melbourne, Victoria

Six person management consulting firm advising SMEs in financial management, marketing, cultural change and business management.

Melbourne, Victoria

Provided financial administration and management services to small and mid-sized enterprises.

Master Of Business Administration, Business Administration And Management, General

Activities and Societies: MGSM Alumni Advisory Board - Past Chair & None Executive Director MGSM Networker - Past President Formerly known.

Bachelor Of Business Management (Marketing), Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services

Graduate, Company Directors Qualification