NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ♦ SENIOR EXECUTIVEActuary ♦ General Insurance & SuperannuationI have more than 25 years’ experience in the general insurance sector, advising corporate and government entities. I ensure that sound governance and compliance systems are in place, that clear expectations and priorities are set and foster a culture of continuous improvement.With advanced financial and risk assessment skills, and the application of strategic thinking and insightful enquiry, I make evidence based decisions and recommendations that improve business performance and meet stakeholder expectations.SPECIALTIES♦ Identifying & managing strategic, operational, financial & reputational risk♦ Strong financial & numeracy skills, combined with a sound understanding of investment markets♦ Interpreting complex financial arrangements & understanding investment, debt & finance issues♦ Corporate governance & regulatory experience ♦ Well-developed understanding of best business practice & board member responsibilities ♦ Understanding the commercial impact & importance of online platforms♦ Strategic thinking focused on evidence-based decision making♦ Challenging the status quo without creating conflict♦ Independence with strong integrity & principles to bring objective scrutiny to discussions♦ Engendering trust & respect♦ Rapidly absorbing & understanding information to enable sound decisions on complex issues♦ Comprehensive understanding of a business & the nuances of an organisation