Robin Yule Email and Phone Number

I am currently a Director of NZRugbyResources - a global rugby development company specialising in a range of services to the global rugby community including a website which goes to over 70 countries monthly and a rapidly increasing readership of over 3500. I have coached internationally four countries and regularly write technical articles for our website.

Involved in setting up operations and company logistical systems in West Australia, South Australia and Queensland in the vibrant and challenging telecommunication industry.

Involved in management of the Henderson base operation and also heavy electrical engineering projects in the Pilbara region where Austindo delivered on major infrastructure developments for mining giants BHP Billeton and Rio Tinto at Area C and Nammuldi sites.Upon returning to Perth in mid 2016 - I transferred over to the Communications section of the business - looking after logistics, client liaison, OHS, and general management of projects in West and South Australia.

Involved with the assembly and commissioning of imported photocopiers from Japan

• Involved as a resource coach to a multi-million dollar sports program by providing specialist skills resulting in improved individual skills and team performance in the Japan competition league

• Prepared national squads for international competitions by running selection camps throughout Kazakhstan resulting in competitive teams playing in international competitions

● Managed the growth of the game in schools, clubs and universities in Lebanon by close liaison with government officials resulting in improved participation in competitions ● Created the strategic plan for the management of growth and development of the game by working with Federation officials and becoming a trusted advisor resulting in Lebanon being accepted into the international sports community● Facilitated the completed strategic plan by presenting it to an international forum resulting in the successful entry of Lebanon into Asian Rugby Union● Facilitator at Asian Rugby Football Union 10 year strategic planning forum● Improved Lebanon’s position in international Rugby by winning numerous competitions resulting in a surge of interest in the game within the country

• Managed the introduction of competitive Rugby for both men and women by creating a strategic plan resulting in Iran national teams gaining acceptance into the international sporting environment• Created the administration plan by working with the National body and Olympic committee resulting in Iran’s acceptance into the IRB (International Rugby Board) in 2010

• Improved the business function of the organisation by redesigning the governance and development plans of the national body resulting in improved business processes and accountability of program outcomes• Led the reorganisation of the game by creating a strategic plan resulting in cohesive bodies working for the betterment of the game in the country• Facilitated numerous local, regional and national coach education forums • Developed the National programs by gaining improved international standing resulting in a more professional approach to the game being adopted by the National body

Direct reporting to the TRFU Board and CEO• Managed all logistics, competitions and development issues for 5000+ participants by providing management function and board reporting processes resulting in the growth of playing numbers, successful competitions and innovative business practices• Oversaw the transition from amateur sport to professional sport by designing and implementing the necessary strategies to support the professional business approach required• Managed various sized events from provincial, national and international status by being match manager responsible for the effective function of the entire event resulting in successful events for patrons ranging from 5000+ to 30,000+ attendees• Conducted all research and development issues for the organisation by attending national and international forums resulting in the organisation being at the leading edge of technology and business practice associated with professional sport• Worked closely with TRFU board, CEO and other senior management staff by growing the business profile of the organisation resulting in a growth of financial income from $550k to $4.5 million over a six year period• Provided management support to various line managers and professional sports staff by measuring performance, handing interpersonal conflicts and mentoring support resulting in adherence to the organisations standards and values• Provided financial management to all representative programs by adhering to budget and monthly cash flow schedules resulting in sound financial reporting to programs in excess of $1.5 million• Facilitated at various sport development forums at local, regional,national and international forums • Tutored on tertiary course subjects including effective communication, life skills and sports science related topics