Amanda Jordan
Director at Downlights NZ- Claim this Profile
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Amri T
Amanda has a natural enthusiasm about what she does, captivating presence with the knowledge that feeds to her ongoing business relationships. Her deep understanding of the technology industry implores you to expand your thinking and subsequently get the very best from working with her. I have known Amanda for a few years, and she has been an inspirational leader who has driven for results with a unique capability to create valuable relationships. I would thoroughly recommend Amanda for any senior position dealing with high-performing sales individuals or departments contributing to healthy business culture. Any business would be lucky to have her as part of the team!
Sean McDonald
I hardly ever take the time (I should I know) to write recommendations. Life is so busy these days. In Amanda's case I made an exception. Our business was having problems with our many Google campaign metrics and we were at the point of desperation. By chance, Amanda reached out to me on Linkedin and suggested that she would look into things ...... I expected nothing really. I certainly did not expect the amazing level of care and professionalism that we have experienced from Amanda. Not only did she take the time to speak with us (and visit) directly, she referred us to a partner that looks like they can help us. In the faceless world of big corporate's like Google, Amanda is testimonial to the fact that people still care. Thanks Amanda.
Amri T
Amanda has a natural enthusiasm about what she does, captivating presence with the knowledge that feeds to her ongoing business relationships. Her deep understanding of the technology industry implores you to expand your thinking and subsequently get the very best from working with her. I have known Amanda for a few years, and she has been an inspirational leader who has driven for results with a unique capability to create valuable relationships. I would thoroughly recommend Amanda for any senior position dealing with high-performing sales individuals or departments contributing to healthy business culture. Any business would be lucky to have her as part of the team!
Sean McDonald
I hardly ever take the time (I should I know) to write recommendations. Life is so busy these days. In Amanda's case I made an exception. Our business was having problems with our many Google campaign metrics and we were at the point of desperation. By chance, Amanda reached out to me on Linkedin and suggested that she would look into things ...... I expected nothing really. I certainly did not expect the amazing level of care and professionalism that we have experienced from Amanda. Not only did she take the time to speak with us (and visit) directly, she referred us to a partner that looks like they can help us. In the faceless world of big corporate's like Google, Amanda is testimonial to the fact that people still care. Thanks Amanda.
Amri T
Amanda has a natural enthusiasm about what she does, captivating presence with the knowledge that feeds to her ongoing business relationships. Her deep understanding of the technology industry implores you to expand your thinking and subsequently get the very best from working with her. I have known Amanda for a few years, and she has been an inspirational leader who has driven for results with a unique capability to create valuable relationships. I would thoroughly recommend Amanda for any senior position dealing with high-performing sales individuals or departments contributing to healthy business culture. Any business would be lucky to have her as part of the team!
Sean McDonald
I hardly ever take the time (I should I know) to write recommendations. Life is so busy these days. In Amanda's case I made an exception. Our business was having problems with our many Google campaign metrics and we were at the point of desperation. By chance, Amanda reached out to me on Linkedin and suggested that she would look into things ...... I expected nothing really. I certainly did not expect the amazing level of care and professionalism that we have experienced from Amanda. Not only did she take the time to speak with us (and visit) directly, she referred us to a partner that looks like they can help us. In the faceless world of big corporate's like Google, Amanda is testimonial to the fact that people still care. Thanks Amanda.
Amri T
Amanda has a natural enthusiasm about what she does, captivating presence with the knowledge that feeds to her ongoing business relationships. Her deep understanding of the technology industry implores you to expand your thinking and subsequently get the very best from working with her. I have known Amanda for a few years, and she has been an inspirational leader who has driven for results with a unique capability to create valuable relationships. I would thoroughly recommend Amanda for any senior position dealing with high-performing sales individuals or departments contributing to healthy business culture. Any business would be lucky to have her as part of the team!
Sean McDonald
I hardly ever take the time (I should I know) to write recommendations. Life is so busy these days. In Amanda's case I made an exception. Our business was having problems with our many Google campaign metrics and we were at the point of desperation. By chance, Amanda reached out to me on Linkedin and suggested that she would look into things ...... I expected nothing really. I certainly did not expect the amazing level of care and professionalism that we have experienced from Amanda. Not only did she take the time to speak with us (and visit) directly, she referred us to a partner that looks like they can help us. In the faceless world of big corporate's like Google, Amanda is testimonial to the fact that people still care. Thanks Amanda.
Experience
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Downlights NZ
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New Zealand
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Consumer Goods
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director
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Jan 2020 - Present
- Director (January, 2020) with specific focus on business & GTM strategy as well as brand, communications & marketing/PR. - Investor (November 2019). Downlights is a luxury soy candle company and award winning social enterprise that employs young New Zealanders with Down syndrome & cognitive disabilities. Our candles are made in Orākei, Auckland using traditional artisanal techniques and premium, eco-conscious ingredients. Our soy wax is 100% biodegradable, non-toxic, GMO-free and our wicks are lead & zinc free. Recognising there are barriers in the workplace that uniquely challenge a disabled person, Downlights is designed and operated through the perspective of the disability sector to create an accessible, inclusive work environment for each member of our ‘Downlights Crew’ and their support teams. Downlights is a Living Wage Principal Partner, member of the Living Wage Principal Employer Council and Akina Impact Provider. NZD1 from every Downlights candle sold is donated via the Downlights Charitable Trust to our local community beneficiaries, which include NZ Down syndrome Association and Recreate NZ. Show less
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Gallagher Talent Solutions
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New Zealand
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director
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Jan 2019 - Present
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Google
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United States
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Software Development
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700 & Above Employee
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Strategic Partnerships
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Mar 2018 - Dec 2021
Enabling SMBs to use the Google Ads and SMB-focused products via native tech partnerships with NZ and AU based companies.
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Diversity & Inclusion lead for Channel Sales APAC (voluntary 20%)
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Jan 2019 - Feb 2021
Leading strategy and sponsoring initiatives that foster better understanding and inclusion amongst the APAC + global Channel Sales team
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Strategic Partner Manager, Global Centre of Excellence (short term asignment)
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Apr 2019 - Jun 2019
On short-term assignment to provide support to the Centre of Excellence and to extend my technical skill/capability in e-commerce and tech-led partnerships using the Google APIs.
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Strategic Partnerships
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Jan 2015 - Mar 2018
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National Sales Manager, Retail & Government
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Nov 2013 - Dec 2014
Ownership of the retail and government key account portfolio (through to C-suite stakeholders) and their assigned agency partners for Google NZ. Strategic and tactical digital activation across Google SEM, Google Display, YouTube, Doubleclick Stack, Google Analytics.
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Lead Account Manager
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Apr 2012 - Dec 2013
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Account Manager
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Jan 2011 - Mar 2012
Working with Australia's largest insurance clients to develop brand and customer acquisition strategies using the Google portfolio of products - SEM, mobile, display, video and social.
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Citizen AI
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New Zealand
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Advisory Board Member
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Dec 2018 - Dec 2020
Independent director and business advisor to executive directors at Citizen AI: https://citizenai.nz/ Independent director and business advisor to executive directors at Citizen AI: https://citizenai.nz/
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APN Online
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Online Audio and Video Media
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Account Manager
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Jan 2010 - Jan 2011
Agency account manager working with Auckland based media agencies to build digital media campaigns across the APN Online digital platforms (website, mobile, iPad). When integrated briefs across other APN media (print, magazines, outdoor) were received I worked with other account managers to pitch and manage. Agency account manager working with Auckland based media agencies to build digital media campaigns across the APN Online digital platforms (website, mobile, iPad). When integrated briefs across other APN media (print, magazines, outdoor) were received I worked with other account managers to pitch and manage.
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Omnicom Media Group UK
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United Kingdom
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Advertising Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Media Planner/Buyer
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Apr 2005 - Dec 2009
Client facing across categories such as FMCG (Fonterra, Frucor), Insurance (AMI), Beauty (Beiersdorf), and Entertainment (Roadshow Films) Responsibilities included planning and buying across all offline media, 12 month strategic plans, short term campaigns, brand launches, post analysis, competitive analysis and maintaining supplier relationships. Client facing across categories such as FMCG (Fonterra, Frucor), Insurance (AMI), Beauty (Beiersdorf), and Entertainment (Roadshow Films) Responsibilities included planning and buying across all offline media, 12 month strategic plans, short term campaigns, brand launches, post analysis, competitive analysis and maintaining supplier relationships.
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Education
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1999 - 2005
Auckland University of Technology
Bachelor, Business & Science
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