Editing work includes: documents, reports, manuscripts, etc.Writing Achievements: Ghostwriting a clients articles that have been published in the Spectator Newspaper.Ghostwriting a clients non-fiction manuscript - I then edited the book for publishing. The book is now published by an independent publisher and available in online book stores including Amazon and kindle.Ghostwriting and editing a client’s unfinished manuscript in a short time frame. Finalising and formatting the completed book for Amazon Kindle. Client’s book is now available for sale on Kindle.

HR support to employees and businessesWorkplace grievance matters and dispute resolutionExternal support/witness for employees going through disciplinary hearings and show cause formal meetingsMediation, negotiation services

𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁CEO Mission Accomplished - the Charities and Not-For-Profit Specialists.We work with Charities and other NFPs, Social Enterprises and NGOs to optimise their mission impact. Our professionals have a combined working experience in the Charities and NFP sector of over 55 years. We have walked in the shoes of senior executives, management, directors and volunteers in various industries in the charitable sector such as: Health, Disability, Education, Animal Welfare, Emergency Services... Our many years of experience combined with our expertise in the areas of finance, risk, information technology, strategy, governance, and systems enables us to provide a high quality of service to meet the needs of our Charity and NFP clients. 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗘𝗦: Financial Management, Governance, Strategy, Systems, Project Management, Fundraising, and Fraud Prevention.

Board Member of Human Resources and Remuneration Committee, Feb 2019 - May 20203Bridges Community is a dynamic, growing organisation with a commitment to service and excellence. We aim to nurture a talented and committed workforce, build confidence and encourage open communication. Diversity is an integral part of our culture and critical to our continued success. Our goal is to build better communities. As an organisation, we’re:Community centric: We build happier, more connected and sustainable communities while creating meaningful, positive change through dynamic community integration. People are at the centre of everything we do.Impactful: We make a difference to many lives. We care, nurture and support you through every life transition. We’re agents for change and work along side people to ensure they can compete in a world that is forever changing.Educators: We’re active in the community which involves guiding people in the right direction. We educate and empower the community to approach everyday challenges and also to realise untapped opportunities.Game changers: We help communities adjust to the new world we find ourselves in. We’re innovative leaders and are always developing fresh ideas, which turn into better solutions, giving people better experiences and outcomes.Trusted: We’re honest, transparent, authentic and trustworthy. While we’re a new organisation, we draw on the strength and history of three well-established and respected local community service organisations.

I was engaged as a turn-around CEO for Animal Welfare League NSW (AWL NSW) which had been operating for 60yrs.Responsible for managing the business of AWL NSW whilst reporting accurate and proactive full disclosure of timely information to the Board in monthly Board and Committee meetingsResponsible for 4 properties (Animal Shelters, Boarding, Veterinary Hospital), 2 Opportunity shops located in Central Coast and Mid North Coast, 15 Branches, Foster Care Network, just under 100 employees and over three thousand volunteersResponsible for the AWL NSW Inspectorate department that employs inspectors under state legislation i.e. Prevention of Cruelty to Animals ACT, to investigate cases of animal cruelty. Inspectors have a range of powers similar in nature to those afforded to police officersKey position objectives achieved:* Attendance at all Board and Committee meetings – providing management/financial reports and as required additional information requested from Directors* Reviewed and restructured the organisation for stability and growth. This involved having tough conversations and working through long-term issues with high sensitivity* All finances and risks were appropriately managed with a clean audit report* Drafted a 3 year Strategic Plan in consultation with all key stakeholders* Provided support, direction and leadership to the management team to meet operational objectives within established time-frames* Led and managed the business of AWL NSW securing high value donors, increased regular givers, bequests and acquisition of funding for building projects in the Shelter and Vet Hospital* Working with the Department of Primary Industries drafted Inspectorate policies/procedures including a Governance Framework that were approved by the Minister as part of the MOU*Built and maintained working relationships with all key internal and external stakeholders*Mitigated and managed a serious WHS issue involving closure of an operating site

Business advisory firm to the Charity and Nonprofit Industry.

I work with my team to provide:- A comprehensive business analysis of your organization to align the major parts of the business. This will help your organization meet it's vision, mission, values and objectives in order to create a sustainable competitive advantage.- Provide leadership and coaching to management and staff.- Advise and support senior leadership on workforce matters. - Advise and support employees on matters related to their employment and the employment relationship.Advisor for Boards and NFP Committee's.Inspirational Speaker on Leadership, Road Safety, Loss of a Child, Volunteer Management and Workforce Matters.

Works with the SESVA Executive and State Council to administer, manage and direct all operations of the SESVA.Primary Responsibilities included:Implementing decisions of the Executive and State Council, execute the strategic plans, fiscal management of the organisation, staff management and development, fundraising and sponsorship arrangements and partnerships. Supervise staff and responsible for program development and evaluation, operations, finance, marketing and public relations and serves as a principal advocate to external stakeholders.Key position objectives achieved:• Increasing revenue by 21% within the first 9 months of employment.• Finding and setting up the main office headquarters within the first 3 months of employment including, Office Furniture Fit-out, IT Systems, Business Systems, Accounting Systems, sourcing and hiring the right staff for the organisation and ensuring the office was resourced adequately.• Negotiating the Fundraising licence renewal for 5 years with the Office of Liquor, Gaming and Racing• Worked with the Board to update the Associations Constitution in the first year of employment. • Established and maintained social media sites and led successful marketing and fundraising campaigns increasing public awareness and financial donations to the organisation.• Increased organisation membership by 350% and implemented a membership benefits scheme• Reviewed and endorsed yearly scholarships and unit grants for board approval• Organised and managed the inaugural Annual State Conference of the organisation.• Maintained compliance with all regulators and relevant legislation• All finances and risk managed with a clean audit report

Ran for Election as Member of Parliament NSW for the Miranda Electorate.

Senior Executive psychometric tool for recruitment and coaching purposes

Business consultancy working with government agencies, SMEs, NGOs and NFPs

- Recruiting- Medical- Administration