Experience

Happy HR

• Australia
• Information Technology & Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Founder | Chief Happy Officer

  • Aug 2014 - Present

  Melbourne, Australia Try for Free! Say goodbye to HR anxiety with our leading end-to-end HR software and performance management platform, designed specifically for time-poor businesses. Legally compliant HR policies: Have peace of mind with our legally compliant HR policies and contracts which are completely customisable. Unsurpassed performance management: Achieve more productivity with Happy HR’s performance management system that ensures employee engagement and compliance. Supported… Show more Try for Free! Say goodbye to HR anxiety with our leading end-to-end HR software and performance management platform, designed specifically for time-poor businesses. Legally compliant HR policies: Have peace of mind with our legally compliant HR policies and contracts which are completely customisable. Unsurpassed performance management: Achieve more productivity with Happy HR’s performance management system that ensures employee engagement and compliance. Supported by Australia’s #1 virtual HR team: Get awesome support from our degree qualified HR professionals. With unmatched response times, we will be there to support you every step of the way. Access from any device: Fully responsive website that is accessible anytime and anywhere, displaying beautifully across all devices, including desktop, tablet and mobile. Powerful app integrations: Boost your productivity, reduce paperwork and save administration time by seamlessly integrating with apps including Xero, QuickBooks, Tanda, Cloud payroll, Reckon, MYOB, Deputy to name a few. At Happy HR we believe in providing our people with the freedom and empowerment to flourish. We are driven, happy and humble. At the same time, we set the bar really high for ourselves. This is the only way we will be successful in our mission to eliminate HR anxiety. Employment opportunities: We are hiring! Want to join my HR and sales team? Email us at happy@happyhr.com Happy HR on Facebook: www.facebook.com/happyhraus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Happy_HR_Au/ X: https://twitter.com/happyhraus Visit the Happy HR website: www.happyhr.com Office Location: We are remote first! Email: happy@happyhr.com Watch Happy HR's welcome video on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gr44JdjGd70 Show less



Yolk Agency

• Australia
• Business Consulting and Services

• CEO & Consultant

  • Sep 2011 - Present

  Melbourne, Australia About Yolk: Yolk Agency is a trusted global consulting service dedicated to helping businesses optimise their operations, save time, reduce costs, and improve overall business services. We offer a range of comprehensive services designed to address specific challenges and drive sustainable growth. Our expertise and tailored solutions empower businesses to achieve their goals effectively and efficiently. Consulting: Our consultants provide a wide range of consulting services to… Show more About Yolk: Yolk Agency is a trusted global consulting service dedicated to helping businesses optimise their operations, save time, reduce costs, and improve overall business services. We offer a range of comprehensive services designed to address specific challenges and drive sustainable growth. Our expertise and tailored solutions empower businesses to achieve their goals effectively and efficiently. Consulting: Our consultants provide a wide range of consulting services to businesses and organisations across various industries and capabilities. Fixed Fee Recruitment: At Yolk Agency, we understand that finding the right talent is crucial for the success of your organisation. That's why we take a personalised and proactive approach to fixed-fee recruitment. Our experienced team of recruiters leverages their industry knowledge and extensive networks to identify and attract top talent that aligns with your company's unique requirements. With our global reach, we have established a strong network of candidates and clients in various countries and regions. This allows us to tap into a diverse pool of talent, ensuring that we can provide you with access to qualified candidates from around the world. Signature recruitment benchmarks: Yolk is not just another transactional recruitment company. Our Signature Benchmarking process provides you with inside information on how to successfully identify high performing individuals to ensure you hire the right candidate for the role. Simply explained, if we could help you hire a clone of your best performer in a role how much would your company benefit? Yolk Agency on X: www.twitter.com/yolkagency Yolk Agency on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Yolk-Agency Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yolkagencyintl Yolk Agency website: www.yolkagency.com Contact: P: 1300 795 334 M: 0450 389 655 E: chris@yolkagency.com Locations: Globally Australia, Canada, Dubai, Hong Kong, New Zealand, Singapore, United Kingdom, United States Show less



Dandenong Market

• Australia
• Retail
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Non-Executive Director

  • Oct 2012 - Nov 2016

  Dandenong The Dandenong Market has been the heart of the Greater City of Dandenong since 1866, and is one of Melbournes oldest Markets. The recent $26 Million upgrade has truly positioned the Market as a major destination for fresh produce & general merchandise, and as a destination for local families and international visitors alike.



BCS Productions (www.foodsmith.tv)

• Director

  • Dec 2010 - Dec 2013

  Melbourne, Australia Foodie website www.foodsmith.tv



Gourmet Brands Pty Ltd

• Australia
• Wholesale
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director

  • Apr 2009 - Dec 2012

  Geelong, Victoria Gourmet Brands PTY LTD distributes to - Darriwill Farm (Australian regional gourmet food stores) and Darriwill Farm Gluten Free Providore store, Prahran Market (Gourmet gluten free retail store). Darriwill ls also distribute the famous Valley Produce Company brand (VPC) after purchasing this company from myself in 2009. The VPC products are available worldwide in retail stores like Bristol Farms in LA to Coles in Australia. Chris exited the business in 2012.



nexthire Shortlisting

• Business Development Manager

  • Sep 2011 - Nov 2012

  Melbourne, Australia Nexthire was a shortlist recruitment company focused on the SME marketplace.



Valley Produce Company

• Food and Beverage Services

• CEO

  • Nov 2000 - Apr 2009

  Moorabbin, Victoria Valley Produce Company was established by passionate, renowned Australian chef, Christopher Smith, and is proud to be one of Australia’s most recognised and respected gourmet food companies. They source many ingredients from the Yarra Valley in Victoria - hence the name Valley Produce Company - which is renowned as one of Australia's most prestigious food and wine regions. Valley Produce Company specialise in a range of cheese condiments, infused olive oils and pates, and are… Show more Valley Produce Company was established by passionate, renowned Australian chef, Christopher Smith, and is proud to be one of Australia’s most recognised and respected gourmet food companies. They source many ingredients from the Yarra Valley in Victoria - hence the name Valley Produce Company - which is renowned as one of Australia's most prestigious food and wine regions. Valley Produce Company specialise in a range of cheese condiments, infused olive oils and pates, and are particularly renowned for their Fruit Pyramids, Amber Walnuts, Truffle Infused Honey and Crackerthins. They are currently supplying to David Jones and selected gourmet delicatessens, restaurants and food stores throughout Australia, and have expanded internationally to America, Canada, Dubai, England, Hong Kong & New Zealand. Show less



Chateau Yering

• Australia
• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chef

  • Aug 1998 - Nov 2000

  Yering, Victoria In the heart of the Yarra Valley lies iconic Chateau Yering. The hotel was reborn in 1997 as a gracious five star luxury property with period fittings throughout, offering luxury accommodation, service and dining. I worked under the hotels executive chef Gary Cooper. I was part of the Eleonore's restaurant team that was awarded best country restaurant in Victoria and three hats by the Age good food guide.