Head Of Sales and Commercial Partnerships

• Nov 2021 - Present

Rebel Business School Aotearoa (RBSA) is a social impact business focused on activities and projects that lead to the development of small businesses that enhance the local communities in which they start. Rebel Business School Aotearoa runs free to attend 10-day Business Courses covering 20 workshops to give business owners the necessary skills, knowledge and capability to get their business off the ground, as well as providing ongoing support through a graduate Alumni programme. RBSA's data shows the positive impact of attendee small businesses on regional economic growth. As Head of Sales and Commercial Partnerships, my role at the RBSA is to build relationships with existing funding providers, and seek out new opportunities both in the Public and Private sector. At RBSA we are intentional about making small business available to anyone and everyone. Working with our 'Chief Kiwi' my role is to develop and execute upon an ongoing sales strategy; and looking at new ways to engage and bring RBSA to regions across Aotearoa. Contact me if you're keen to find out more about course options or bringing RBSA to your region. Show less

Events and Marketing Manager- El Barrio Latino Bar

• May 2019 - Present

Having had a connection to Latin America for over 16 years, upon my return from Argentina I was keen to create an entertainment/community space in Wellington to connect New Zealanders and Latin Americans together. I was then introduced to the owners of Epic Hospitality, and worked with them to co-found Wellington’s iconic Latino Bar El Barrio (‘The neighbourhood’). I now manage the events and marketing for El Barrio. I work with various communities and cultural groups both in Wellington and other parts of New Zealand to organise regular music and dance events. Including independence day events, Spanish Language Week, fundraisers and our involvement in Cuba Dupa, the Wellington Jazz Festival and Wellington on a Plate. Also proud to have represented El Barrio at the 2019 New Zealand Latin Awards, bringing home awards for ‘best bar/restaurant’, and personal awards for ‘Latin Attitude’, ‘Cultural Promoter’ and ‘Latin Attitude’ again in 2020. We were also finalists in the ‘Vibrant Category’ of the 2020 Wellington Gold Awards. Show less

Account Manager

• May 2021 - Jan 2022

Big World Zoo Ltd, (BWZ) provides video production services to both public and private organisations in New Zealand and further afield in the USA and Latin America. Our mission is to help organisations 'tell their story' in clear, engaging and memorable ways. We work with a team of highly experienced camera/sound operators and editors. We provide a range of services from internal and external corporate videos, to TV content and live event streaming. We pride ourselves on having some of the best video tools and technology in the country, and therefore we also provide equipment rental services on a frequent basis. I provide casual freelance Account Management and Lead Generation services to assist with the ongoing growth of BWZ. Show less

Programme Manager

• Jun 2020 - May 2021

Project Coordinator

• Sep 2018 - May 2020

Based at Victoria University of Wellington, The mission of the Latin America Centre of Asia-Pacific Excellence (LatAm CAPE) is to contribute to New Zealands’ knowledge of the Latin America region. With a focus on the needs of businesses and of young people through developing business people’s skills and understanding. Delivery of LatAm CAPE projects, events and activities ranging from student mobility projects and market insight programmes to partnering with local businesses and Consortium Universities to deliver business events and seminars. Stakeholder engagement both in New Zealand and Latin America, and developing monitoring tools to measure against LatAm CAPE Mission. Show less

Senior IT Project Manager

• Aug 2015 - Aug 2018

Globant is an innovative software solutions company, with studios spanning from Cloud; Big Data and Mobile to UX Design; Enterprise and AI. As a Project Manager I worked with several well-known USA based clients, with teams of software and quality engineers across Latin America- Argentina; Peru; Uruguay; Colombia; Mexico and also in the USA; India and the UK. Project Management functions: Sprint scope and velocity; time-frames; adherence to quality processes; communications; risks and mitigation. Management of full financial and forecasting processes; monitoring of team performance/individual performance assessments. Scrum master functions: leading daily scrum; retrospectives; (both internal team and with client); sprint and capacity planning. Worked with Technical leads and Technical Directors to ensure successful scope definition; sprint cycles and release management. Also working closely with our Globant Client and Delivery Managers to search for project and account growth opportunities. Show less

Business Development Manager

• Sep 2013 - Jul 2015

Vodafone is one of the world’s largest telecommunications providers. I focused on the acquisition of new business opportunities across medium to large organisations, from corporate to government through to multinationals. My role as Business Development Manager at Vodafone allowed me to do what I do best; my inclination to being customer focused; thinking strategically; and using my extensive experience of building long term relationships with stakeholders and partners. I am passionate about connecting people and organisations, with the view to taking action and seeing an idea turn into a business opportunity. Rather than focusing on selling products to customers, I built strategic relationships and worked both internally, and with external partners, to build teams of dedicated individuals to work with clients. I helped my prospective customers make the right decisions. My motivation, passion and drive allowed me to excel in my first year at Vodafone where I was placed in the top 10 for monthly revenue on our National Sales Leadership Board; and I achieved 115% of my annual target (achieved within 9 months). Show less

Account Manager

• Aug 2011 - Aug 2013

Intergen is an experienced provider of Microsoft based business and technology solutions; with the goal to deliver the best value and improvements to business productivity and cost reductions to a range of Public and Private sector organisations throughout New Zealand and Australia. I was responsible for building both new and existing client relationships at a tactical and strategic/enterprise level. I prepared, presentated and won proposals for government and non-government organizations. I coordinated teams to work on the successful delivery of these business and technology solutions. Development of future pipeline of opportunity, and I working with Intergen Marketing department to successfully plan and execute Intergen sponsored government conferences. Show less

Project Manager

• Jan 2008 - Jul 2011

I managed a range of IT software projects for public and private organisations. My role involved co-ordinating internal teams as well as focusing on client engagement and communication. I completed reporting and management of budgets; forecasting; risks; scope and timeframes; using Microsoft Project on a daily basis to drive the work within my project teams. I became an integral part of the Intergen culture and ‘Can-Do’ attitude. In 2007 I won the end of year ‘Yellowness award’ for highest contribution to the culture and goals of our company, and I was runner up in 2008 and 2009. Also managed the Social Club during my time at Intergen; and competed in the Intergen Dragon Boat team. Show less

Social Events Manager

• Feb 2011 - Feb 2013

I was responsible for the planning, management and the-day implementation for Wellington Young Professionals (WYP) social and business events. Organization and logistis for our annual mid-winter and Christmas functions; organised and promoted the monthly networking events and carried out frequent promotional activites with both existing new WYP's. I was responsible for the planning, management and the-day implementation for Wellington Young Professionals (WYP) social and business events. Organization and logistis for our annual mid-winter and Christmas functions; organised and promoted the monthly networking events and carried out frequent promotional activites with both existing new WYP's.

IT Project Coordinator

• Apr 2006 - Nov 2007

I was responsible for financial processing, management of project spreadsheets and contracts management. I monitored team and individual statistics. I was also responsible for minute taking, board paper preparation for workshops and Senior Management meetings. Also managed the new hire /induction process. I was responsible for financial processing, management of project spreadsheets and contracts management. I monitored team and individual statistics. I was also responsible for minute taking, board paper preparation for workshops and Senior Management meetings. Also managed the new hire /induction process.

Piano Teacher

• Jan 2007 - Jul 2007

I taught practical and theoretical music theory and piano skills in alignment with the New Zealand National Curriculum. I created lesson plans and homework assignments. I was also involved in parent-teacher meetings to communicate progress and achievements for each students. I taught practical and theoretical music theory and piano skills in alignment with the New Zealand National Curriculum. I created lesson plans and homework assignments. I was also involved in parent-teacher meetings to communicate progress and achievements for each students.

Intern with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra

• Apr 2006 - Aug 2006

PA to the CEO, Peter Walls, New Zealand Symphony Orchestra: Organisation of monthly NZSO Board meetings including catering; accommodation/travel; board paper writing and distribution. Secretarial duties: diary management; corporate catering; travel management. Coordination of International Artist stays. Marketing/Events/Sponsorship coordinator: I was responsible for administrative and support work to assist staff within the Marketing, Education, and Sponsorship departments of the NZSO and National Youth Orchestra. Including website updates; online ticket sales coordination; concert management; stage setup; venue management, and scheduling. I assisted the Artistic Liaison team with the 2006 Mozart Festival, including concert and itinerary preparation; liaising with soloists; and facilitating the evening events and concerts. Show less

Secondary School music teacher

• Sep 2005 - Dec 2005

I taught Secondary School music, in alignment with the National Curriculum; including homework planning/assignment and parent review sessions. Directing various extra-curricular music groups and regular concerts. Challenge of tailoring lesson plans to cater for varying student abilities, including students with special needs. I taught Secondary School music, in alignment with the National Curriculum; including homework planning/assignment and parent review sessions. Directing various extra-curricular music groups and regular concerts. Challenge of tailoring lesson plans to cater for varying student abilities, including students with special needs.