Loretta Thompson Email & Phone Number

New Zealand

Established in 1917, MTA has become the largest automotive industry body in New Zealand, representing over 3,800 automotive businesses and acting as a strong advocate for motorists.Our mission today is the same as it was back then – to create a sustainable business advantage for members and to help the motoring public.MTA represents businesses that fix, fuel, buy, sell and inspect much of the country’s vehicle fleet.Our Vision is to be the association automotive businesses want to be part of and relevant organisations aspire to align with.My role as the Training and Development manager is to support our member businesses to attract grown and retain talent within the industry.

Auckland, New Zealand

EMA - Employment Manufacturers Association, is a company steeped in history. 135 years of history to be exact. My role within the EMA is to manage the learning portfolio pertaining to Management, leadership and business development. At the heart of my career, education has always been my primary vocation followed by sales. I have always been an active educator and a willing learner, I believe life long learning is essential for business growth and development. We have the most amazing team of facilitators who are skilled in every aspect of their craft to deliver learning to our members. EMA helps business succeed, this is our mantra. Learning is only one division of this multi faceted association. I am very proud to be part of the learning team creating leadership capabilty for NZ business at the EMA.

Auckland, New Zealand

Realestate.co.nz is the industry leader to market your property and is industry owned by the big 5.I accepted a one year maternity contract in a outbound regional role. This was a fabulous organisation to work for and the team are innovative and dynamic, everyone at realestate.co.nz love their brand and everything it represents. It was an absolute pleasure to have the opportunity to work for this company.My responsibilities: 1. Understand the functionality of Digital Complexity and support and Educate Real Estate Officesand Agents on how-to achieve the best results to market their listings online.2. Manage and develop a quarterly strategy for growth and pipeline development that meetsclients’ needs and objectives while developing and presenting appropriate solutions.3. Manage the sales forecasting and Undertake regular reviews with the new clients to ensure theirneeds are being met.4. Keep management up to date with all developments within each account.5. Develop and implement an ongoing new business development plan to ensure growth inprofitable sales.6. identify potential new clients and conduct business plans (diagnostics) to explore and securepotential revenue opportunities.7. Work collaboratively with the Sales Team to eliminate duplication and increase efficiency whilstenhancing the customer experience and driving for growth.8. Provide a summary on each account in terms of sales (budget versus actual), cost of sales,opportunities and risks, as and when required.9. Work closely with the Head of Sales & Marketing to contribute to effective market positioning ofyour Key Accounts.10. Ensure, monthly, quarterly and annual total revenue budgets are being met. Work closely withthe Head of Sales & Marketing to ensure sales promotions conform to brand strategies11. Facilitate and present office group training weekly and facilitate large format presentations atevents when required.

Auckland, New Zealand

I was the Education Manager for Estee Lauder Brand and Tom Ford Beauty BrandIn the highly competitive world of cosmetics you are a 360 degree facilitator and education delivery manager. At Estee Lauder Companies, we believe everybody is beautiful! we have a wide array of brands to support people to look and feel good and I managed the education strategy for two of the most globally recognised brands in the portfolio.I had the amazing opportunity to travel through Apac every second month and collaborate with my international peer group of education managers for the mothership brand Estee lauder and the iconic fashion beauty brand Tom Ford Beauty.My responsibilities:1. Lead, manage, plan and execute the education function for Estee Lauder and Tom Ford in theNZ affiliate across all touch-points including digital live shows, maintaining and influencing thee-learning component, facilitate group seminars within the classroom & manage and inspireteams via social communities2. Drive the impact of all aspects of brand education to inspire, motivate and coach retailconsultants and field teams to achieve sales goals and client retention3. Create, share & cascade content and execute key projects within the affiliate in partnership withthe APAC regional education strategy & the global education strategy.4. Create digital content and localise global content for online and social spaces that educates andengages retail consultants and field teams5. Work closely with the National Sales Manager and National Marketing Manager to supportconsumer engagement and national sales plans at store level.6. Create bespoke training plans and engagement for top retail doors and offer in store coaching.7. Facilitate and present seasonal and group training seminars bi-monthly across new Zealand.8. International Travel to Asia bi-monthly to collaborate with the APAC affiliate strengthen resourceto facilitate seamless strategy of the marketing & Sales agenda

Auckland, New Zealand

With almost two decades in the hair and beauty industry, I understood the importance of a natural beauty experience that was kind to the environment and to the human being.I created a salon environment which eliminated toxins and offered a holistic approach to beauty.Responsibilities:1. Implement small start-up business model including staff, systems, services and marketingprocesses2. Meet sales Targets through building strong client relationships3. Build strong working relationships with brand partners4. Implement and develop staff training and development programmes5. Analyse data and reports towards financial growth and future development6. Manage payroll and rosters7. Gst and small business accounting

Auckland, New Zealand

HITO is the Hair and Beauty Industry Training Organisation. I was the Auckland regional manager for the formal qualifications across the sector. I strongly believe in the apprenticeship programme for the trade sector. I wanted to make a difference and support New Zealand business through education. This was one of the most rewarding roles of my career. I was very proud to work for such an incredible company with one the most cohesive teams. Responsibilities:1. Manage Tertiary Qualification Training outcomes and training plans for Beauty, Hairdressing &Barbering for HITO (Hairdressing2. Manage quarterly Call Cycle & report on visit audits against progress plans for 240apprenticeships across the Auckland region3. Prepare internal audits qualification files and liaise with the New Zealand Qualifications Authority4. Achieve Sales targets according to the regions business plan5. Liaise with all HITO departments and company CEO in accordance with financial obligations,policy requirements and general day to day running of the region6. Prepare reports for external audit for the Tertiary Education Commission and New ZealandQualifications Authority around funding and related incentives and grants allocated to the regionfor tertiary education in the Beauty and Hairdressing sector7. Recruit staff and manage the regional administrator providing guidance and assistance ifrequired to perform tasks to support the regions budget.8. Manage expenditure and expenses for travel, mileage, phone and accommodation9. Support business owners, managers and trainers in their roles as trainers in salons and Spa’s10. Maintain and support relationships with private training providers selected to run Off Job Trainingprogrammes for the Auckland region while overseeing programme delivery11. Build & Maintain relationships with Industry stakeholders