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As a passionate and forward-thinking technology leader, I bring over 30 years of experience in driving innovation, spearheading digital transformation, and fostering collaborative, high-performing teams. My journey in the tech industry has been fueled by a relentless curiosity and a deep commitment to harnessing technology to solve complex business challenges.Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of leading diverse teams across various geographies. My approach is anchored in empathy, active listening, and a genuine belief in the power of people. I firmly believe that technology can only reach its full potential when it is guided by a clear vision and executed by teams that feel valued, inspired, and empowered.My expertise spans across digital transformation, cyber security, AI, networking and application development. However, my true strength lies in my ability to bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring that technology initiatives align with business objectives and drive measurable outcomes.Key Achievements:Developed the strategy and built a dynamic organisation of 250+ specialist technical sales professionals spread across Asia-Pacific and Japan from Adelaide, driving unprecedented growth and market penetration.Stepped into the role of Managing Director (MD) for Sales, overseeing a US$400M sales portfolio for the Unified Communications segment across the region and orchestrated an impressive 10% year-on-year growth trajectory during the nine month interim period, ensuring continued business momentum and stability.Championed the sponsorship and mentoring of women in IT to develop future leaders in the field of technology and grew their representation across the organisation by more than 25%.I am passionate about mentoring the next generation of technology leaders and am actively involved in several industry forums and mentorship programs. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can leverage my technical acumen, strategic mindset, and high EQ to drive transformation and create lasting impact.Let's connect and explore how we can leverage technology to create innovative solutions and drive business success.

Listed skills include Leadership, Strategic Influence, Team Building, Cisco Nexus, and 45 others.