Innovator at heart, I’ve spent over two decades turning complex challenges into groundbreaking successes in the tech industry. Starting in sales, then marketing, leadership & chief executive roles, I’ve always had a passion for solving problems through collaboration. Each role I have undertaken has been a building block towards understanding the best combination of technology, business, & people.Specialising in business growth, I’ve led teams from startup to $10M+ ARR, professional services firms from SME to scale-up, beyond $20M, & developed go-to-market strategies to export & conduct M&A activities globally. My approach is always people-first, whether understanding goals of clients & partners or nurturing the growth of team members. The best solutions emerge from a culture of respect, diversity, curiosity, & pursuit of excellence.Being elected by peers to the Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA) SA/NT Council, then voted in as Chair, has been a particularly proud moment in my career. As has being elected to the SA Industry Skills Council, invited to the Industry Advisory Group for SA Government procurement, receiving the Industry Leaders Fund scholarship for demonstration of leadership. These positions have allowed me to use & develop my strategic thinking, advisory, & governance experience. I’ve been fortunate to speak in public forums like presenting Australian Innovation Awards, judging Government Tech Awards, representing the Australian tech sector in front of State & Federal Government, & contributing to policy papers with the Productivity Commission, Reserve Bank of Australia, South Australian Government, Northern Territory Government.I’m excited to explore how emerging technologies can improve business outcomes, so I have launched an Artificial Intelligence consulting firm, “Able AI” including a product development lab, specifically to assist Australian businesses drive efficient, cost-effective, business & profit growth. Services include AI strategy & roadmap development, Board & executive consulting on the risks & opportunities of emerging technologies, AI-enabled product design. Leveraging a proprietary process “The AI Voyage” methodology, we combine techniques designed to strategically prioritise initiatives based on goals, ability, readiness, security, impact, & ROI. I’m always eager to connect with fellow innovators & thinkers. Whether you are facing a challenge that needs a fresh perspective or simply want to exchange ideas over coffee, please reach out.