I am an experienced CEO, Board Director, and Change Agent with 30 years of global experience working in leading blue-chip organizations such as Unilever, Coca-Cola, and Procter & Gamble. I have lived and worked across international markets, with extensive time in Asia Pacific, UK and Europe and have held a variety of senior leadership roles. leading complex multi-category businesses, multi-cultural teams. and diverse business models - owned retail, wholesale, ecommerce and JV. I am known for building competitive advantage in business by being a force for good; simultaneously delivering economic, environmental and social outcomes. I am delighted to have repeatedly demonstrated that you can run a competitive, high-performance business and serve both people and the planet. A few highlights include leading Unilever ANZ to be the largest certified multi-category B-Corp globally, instituting a 4-day work week whilst increasing profit, productivity and well-being in the process; building Aussie luxury retailer T2 tea into a global omnichannel powerhouse; and 4X growth Ice-cream & Beverages in Asia Pacific.I am frequently consulted for my expertise on how to build high performance outcomes through bold leadership that injects humanity into the workplace - not just preserving results but supercharging them. I have shared these insights broadly at over 50 keynote events & podcasts, including TEDx and SxSW.In 2022, I was awarded CEO of the Year by CEO Magazine for consistent delivery of business outcomes whilst spearheading transformative ESG programs - bringing together profit & purpose. I also serve on four Boards - Chair of the University of Technology’s Industry Advisory Board,;Chair of Global Sisters, Non-Executive Director for the World Wildlife Fund, and member of the Moose Advisory Board. I am also a member of Chief Executive Women and Young Presidents Organisation. I have an Executive Masters of Change from INSEAD Business School and a Masters Degree in International Business, from the University of Technology, both with Distinction. The best advice I have ever received is, “When you are dancing on thin ice, you may as well tap dance,” a philosophy I embrace in both my professional and personal life!
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Non-Executive DirectorCarmaAustralia -
Member Of Advisory BoardMoose Toys Oct 2024 - PresentMelbourne, Victoria, Au -
Global Chief Of TransformationUnilever Mar 2023 - PresentBlackfriars, London, GbLeading the Unilever Global Transformation Office to design and land complex organizational change initiatives, at scale, enhancing efficiency, innovation, competitive advantage and value creation. -
Chief Executive Officer Australia & New ZealandUnilever Mar 2020 - Mar 2023Blackfriars, London, GbEnd to end Accountability for Unilever in Australia and New Zealand with 1200 FTE across 4 factories in multi-category sectors (Homecare, Foods, Icecream, Beverages, Personal Care, and Beauty); including spearheading strategic initiatives to step change profitable growth, share and ESG delivery (inc. becoming a B-Corp) -
Chair - Vice Chancellors Industry Advisory BoardUniversity Of Technology Sydney Jan 2024 - PresentUltimo, Nsw, AuChair of the VC Industry Advisory Board, bringing together leading CEOs from across sectors in Australia to provide strategic advice & partnerships to support UTS goals as a leading education provider. -
ChairGlobal Sisters 2019 - PresentNorth Curl Curl, Nsw, AuCollaborate with the Board and Exec to deliver the mission of Global Sisters, empowering women to achieve financial independence through micro business development. This includes developing mutually beneficial partnerships with government and industry leaders to advocate for structural change initiatives supporting women facing systemic barriers. -
Non Executive Director / Finance & Risk / Innovation Ventures GroupWwf 2018 - PresentGland, Vaud, Ch• Led the Finance & Risk Committee to develop sustainable financial strategies for WWF, ensuring alignment with climate action and biodiversity goals.• Spearheaded the Innovation Ventures Group, driving forward cutting-edge projects that promote a regenerative economy and foster First Nations partnerships. -
Global Chief Executive OfficerT2 Tea Jun 2016 - Nov 2021Collingwood, Victoria, AuAfter having led the acquisition of T2 Tea for Unilever, the role of Global CEO was to expand internationally (USA, UK, Asia) , diversify channels (from physical stores to global omni channel powerhouse); establish requisite infrastructure to scale fast and profitably and land a competitive ESG agenda (leading the business to becoming a B-Corp). -
Senior Vice President - Southeast Asia & AustralasiaUnilever Jan 2012 - May 2016Blackfriars, London, GbOversees a portfolio of Icecream & Beverage brands worth c 1billion Euros (GSV) having close to doubled the business during her tenure. In addition, she runs T2 Tea (a recently acquired luxe retail store business) driving its global expansion across markets and omni-channel. -
Vice President - Asia PacificUnilever May 2011 - Jan 2012Blackfriars, London, Gb• Led the business for Unilever's Icecream Category in Asia-ANZ, managing over 15 brands including global power brands like Walls, Magnum, and Ben & Jerry's. Developed strategic plans & new product innovation, with local relevance to drive growth in South Asia, Southeast Asia, Australasia, and North Asia regions -
Marketing Director - Asia PacificUnilever Dec 2009 - Apr 2011Blackfriars, London, GbDevelopment of Marketing & Innovation to drive profitable growth across brands and markets for our Icecream portfolio -
Marketing Director - Australia & New ZealandUnilever Mar 2006 - Nov 2009Blackfriars, London, GbValue Creation for the Food, Icecream and Beverage portfolios by profitably connecting more people with our brands more often. -
Partner - Strategy And Business DevelopmentGeorge Patterson Y & R Nov 2004 - Nov 2005Partner on the Patts Board, responsible for delivering business growth with existing and new clients including development of proprietary intellectual property across the TCG group (parent company) to expand revenue streams -
Senior Marketing ManagerThe Coca-Cola Company Jan 1999 - Apr 2004Atlanta, Ga, UsWorked for the Coca-Cola Company across Australasia, UK and Hong Kong over a 5 year period, with experience across the Carbonated Soft Drinks portfolios (Snr Brand Mgr ANZ; Marketing Mgr UK); Non-carbonated beverages & New Brands (Snr Mktg Mgr UK) and multiple markets (Strategic Consultant - Hong Kong). -
Assistant Brand ManagerUnilever Mar 1997 - Jan 1999Blackfriars, London, GbLed the archetype tea portfolio for ANZ including Bushells, Lanchoo, Chosya and PG Tips, growing Bushells and Choysa to #1 positions in Australia and New Zealand respectively. -
Brand ManagerProcter & Gamble Dec 1994 - Feb 1997Cincinnati, Ohio, UsBrand strategy & marketing mix development for Metamucil and Clearasil leveraging a combination of global and local direction. Full P&L accountability. -
Sales & Marketing CoordinatorHp Dec 1992 - Jan 1994Palo Alto, Ca, UsScholarship selected from 1500 applicants for a full time 12-month contract. Moved to part time study at university to accommodate.
Nicky Sparshott Gaicd Education Details
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InseadExecutive Masters In Change -
Australian Institute Of Company DirectorsGraduate Of International Company Directors Course -
University Of Technology SydneyMasters In International Business -
University Of Technology SydneyBusiness
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