With more than 3 decades of experience working with the transport, automotive, tourism and general manufacturing sector, Phil has helped many business grow and expand internationally and managed and led a number of international marketing and business missions and introduced visiting companies to Australian capabilities. More recently, he project managed Australia's largest-ever outbound rail industry trade mission with over 90 delegates and has developed a plan to assist auto components suppliers transition into other industry sectors. He has led several projects to achieve significant outcomes for local manufacturers - coordination of Australian exhibitors at the global rail expo - InnoTrans 2010, 2016 and 2018. This unique global event has provided the platform to connect more than 100 Australian rail sector businesses with international customers. He has also led other inbound trade missions including Etihad Rail, Saudi Rail, Chile Vice Minister for Transport, and outbound missions to the Middle East, Poland, Indonesia and Thailand. Phil has contributed to a number of industry strategies including the Rail 2040 and Austrade's automotive transition strategy. He is an accomplished presenter, having spoken at various forums and in both Melbourne and offshore, and is passionate advocate for the capability and future of Australia's manufacturing industry.CORE SKILLS• Strategic thinker & planner • Excellent pioneer skills – planning & building initiatives from scratch• Motivated - results oriented - self-motivated, focused, creative, hands-on achiever• Leadership - a leader from the front or a great team player • Can do attitude with high standards of performance & achievement• Communication - skilled networker - able to relate to all levels• Organisation - proven successful manager working with limited resources • Excellent time management • Experienced at Public Speaking
Listed skills include Business Strategy, Business Planning, Strategic Planning, Management Consulting, and 38 others.