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Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

In this role, I oversee a range of digital products for the tourism industry some of which are brand new and others that are very mature. For the more mature products, I audit, ideate, and implement product improvements, re-thinking and re-freshing old offerings to better serve customers in 2022 and beyond. For the new products, I conduct market research and design products from first principles.

Auckland, New Zealand

Adapting to the growing and ever-changing needs of the company I stepped into a multi-faceted role that covered Operations Management and Product Management. In this role I grew my passion for Product Management as I led the evolution of Go with Tourism's online Job Connector platform. As part of this product, I designed and launched the one-of-a-kind World of Tourism, a career pathway exploration tool, improved existing features such as the Right Fit Quiz, Job connector and Knowledge… Show more Adapting to the growing and ever-changing needs of the company I stepped into a multi-faceted role that covered Operations Management and Product Management. In this role I grew my passion for Product Management as I led the evolution of Go with Tourism's online Job Connector platform. As part of this product, I designed and launched the one-of-a-kind World of Tourism, a career pathway exploration tool, improved existing features such as the Right Fit Quiz, Job connector and Knowledge Hub as part of a digital relaunch. Given an existing tech stack and implementation, I had to work within technological and resource constraints. Show less

Auckland, New Zealand

The tourism industry is one of the largest contributors to New Zealand's economy. Research indicates that over 40,000 jobs and skills shortages are needing to be filled in the industry by 2025.Under the guidance of the Destination AKLs 2025 strategy, Auckland’s economic development agency, Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED), has set out to address the growing skills shortages facing New Zealand's tourism industry. To this end, the Go with Tourism initiative was… Show more The tourism industry is one of the largest contributors to New Zealand's economy. Research indicates that over 40,000 jobs and skills shortages are needing to be filled in the industry by 2025.Under the guidance of the Destination AKLs 2025 strategy, Auckland’s economic development agency, Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED), has set out to address the growing skills shortages facing New Zealand's tourism industry. To this end, the Go with Tourism initiative was formed.Spearheaded by ATEED, the Go with Tourism initiative endeavours to challenge the negative perceptions that Kiwi's hold when considering tourism as a sustainable career option. We attract kiwis to the tourism industry, connect them to employers and create frameworks that ensure the industry thrives in a sustainable manner. Our online platform, dubbed “Tinder for tourism” by media outlet Newsroom, offers a fresh and effective approach to the hiring and recruitment process – changing perceptions for the better. As the Business Development Manager, it is my responsibility to ensure that our industry partners are making the most of our platform and working together cohesively as we create a movement towards an even more prosperous tourism industry. Show less

B:Hive, 72 Taharoto Road, Takapuna, Auckland

Niesh connects and build long-lasting relationships between students and businesses. Our client list includes STA Travel, Burger King, Nando's, Zambrero, Education NZ, ATEED, and more. Services: Student facing software, Student brand awareness and engagement campaigns for businesses, student recruitment, and social media. During my time in this role I had a variety of responsibilities:- Product Management- Graphics Design- Project Management- Operational… Show more Niesh connects and build long-lasting relationships between students and businesses. Our client list includes STA Travel, Burger King, Nando's, Zambrero, Education NZ, ATEED, and more. Services: Student facing software, Student brand awareness and engagement campaigns for businesses, student recruitment, and social media. During my time in this role I had a variety of responsibilities:- Product Management- Graphics Design- Project Management- Operational management- Business Development- Event Management- Research Show less

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