Experience

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  Schneider Electric

  • France
  • Automation Machinery Manufacturing
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Head of Global Supply Chain Communications

    • Oct 2021 - Present

    I set the strategy and direct the delivery of internal and external communications for Schneider Electric's Global Supply Chain function. Sitting on the Global Supply Chain Leadership Team, I provide executives and senior management strategic communications advice, develop thought leadership content, and ensure employees and external audiences are connected to the Schneider Electric global supply chain story. Our story is compelling because we use our own technologies and solutions to create a world-recognized supply chain.The global leader in energy management and automation, Schneider's 2022 revenue was €34 billion, and its Global Supply Chain function is 80,000 people strong. In 2023 Schneider Electric ranked #1 in the Gartner Top 25 Supply Chain.AchievementsDeveloped the creative expression of the new three-year supply chain transformation program, IMPACT Supply Chain. This is the first time the supply chain program aligned to the company story.Led the upskilling and reskilling of the team from an exclusively internal communications function to a high performing team effectively covering both internal and external communications.Developed and executed thought leadership program for Chief Supply Chain Officer and GSC Leaders, gaining Tier 1 media coverage.Led Supply Chain narrative and thought leadership opportunities with World Economic Forum, deepening relationships.Achieved Leadership Versatility Index 90% in top 12.5% of all leaders surveyed, within and outside the company.

  • Corporate Communications Manager - Pacific

    • Dec 2019 - Oct 2021

    Responsible for setting and leading the execution of the internal and external communications strategy across Australia and New Zealand for the world’s leading energy management and automation company. Includes corporate affairs, aligning with government relations, crisis and issues management.AchievementsLed the tender and onboarding of a new PR agency. Onboarding was done remotely due to the impact of COVID-19 - team met over 50 key contacts across the business within first 8 weeks.Led the Communications stream of the Business Continuity Steering Committee during the COVID-19 crisis. Employee feedback was overwhelmingly positive on our communications approach – 81% of employees in Australia said communication from their Country President was effective, and 95% of Australian employees said they had effective and enough communication to help them engage with their customers.Launched new digital employee event kick-off experience. This platform was subsequently used in a local customer-facing event and is now used by Schneider Electric globally for Innovation Summits.Grew Tier 1 Mainstream share of voice to lead competition by 20 points in 2020.Grew Yammer engagement +11 points to 71% in 2020.Digitally transformed employee Town Halls through new Teams Event experience. Improved employee experience and engagement by 20% across experience of call, interest in content, and relevancy, and saved over $60,000 a year in AV costs.

  • Internal Communications Manager - Pacific

    • May 2018 - Nov 2019

    Responsible for setting and executing the employee communications strategy across Australia and New Zealand for the world’s leading energy management and automation company.Achievements• Led the launch and embedding of new people vision including core values• Supported the launch of the Schneider Electric Foundation in the Pacific, encouraging employees to take new Volunteer Leave. Employees enthusiastically embraced this new initiative, giving more than 1,200 hours to local charities in the first 10 months.• In 2019, took the Pacific Zone to number one globally in Yammer active use rates. This created a more digital and authentic employee storytelling experience. In 2018, posted messages increased by +270%, read messages by +226%, and liked messages by 227%.• Created an authentic dialogue between employees and Zone President through regular YamJams, where employees are invited to ask the President anything. Shared as a best practice with global internal communications leadership team.• Created more authentic and engaging content, moving from scripted videos read to camera, to relaxed, conversational interviews.

  • Internal Communications Advisor Pacific Zone - Contract

    • Feb 2018 - Apr 2018

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  Vodafone

  • Employee Communications Business Partner (Corporate)

    • Jun 2016 - Aug 2017

    Responsible for setting and executing communications strategy across corporate functions for Australia's third largest telecommunications provider.Achievements:* Managed the change communications strategy for the transition to a new office with Activity Based Working.* Led internal communications strategy and execution for entry into the Fixed Broadband market.* Designed and implemented the communication of key HR initiatives across the business, including a new performance management process, engagement survey rhythm, and the launch of an LGBTQI+ network.

  • Employee Communications Business Partner (Customer Service)

    • May 2016 - Jun 2016

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  Beam Suntory

  • Sydney, Australia

  • Communications Coordinator - Asia Pacific

    • Jul 2015 - Mar 2016
    • Sydney, Australia

    I got the Beam Suntory story heard, created an internal community, and improved staff engagement and effectiveness. Managing internal and external communications across the Asia Pacific region, I worked closely with markets including Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, India, China, and Taiwan. As part of a team of three managing the International Region (from London to New Zealand), I ensured all communications across the Region were on brand and in line with the International Region communication strategy. Working closely with Human Resources, Marketing, distribution partners and external agencies, I ensured all communications was timely, relevant, on brand, and liaised with Global teams as required. I used my creative eye to design beautiful internal assets including email headers, HTML emails, intranet sites, presentations, posters and booklets, and edited professional videos that represented Beam Suntory's brands and leaders in the best possible way and got the key messages across.Achievements:*Designed and implemented new internal and external communications strategy for the newly created International Region*Designed and drove implementation of new regional intranet site on Sharepoint*Designed and implemented monthly regional e-newsletter on Mail Chimp platform*Drove engagement with newly established Enterprise Social Network platform, Yammer*Ensured regular internal communications cadence and maintenance of all internal communications channels*Managed from writing to release of first media release to China market*Managed internal and external stakeholder communication of the biggest change to Jim Beam packaging in decades

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  Filtered Media

  • Sydney, Australia

  • Marketing Manager + Storyteller

    • Apr 2015 - May 2015
    • Sydney, Australia

    Collaborated with CEO, Chief Strategist, Social Media Manager, Public Relations Director, and Editorial staff to develop a cohesive and integrated Marketing Strategy and Plan.Drove and monitored the implementation of the Marketing Strategy.Assisted with the development of Public Relations plans for Vitamix new product launch and Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) Drawtism campaigns.Developed vlog content and scripts on public relations for Chief Strategist.Advised on event concept, sponsorship packages, run sheet, and wrote invitation and sponsorship letter for International Justice Mission's Premier's Breakfast.Achievements:*Developed Marketing Strategy and Plan within two weeks of start of role.

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  SHAPE Australia

  • Executive Assistant

    • May 2011 - Apr 2015

    ISIS Group Australia has rebranded as Shape.As a trusted advisor, I worked closely with the General Manager and his team to ensure they were efficient and effective across all areas of the NSW business. A communications and events specialist, I was responsible for coordinating all internal and external events with clients and stakeholders. I produced effective expressions of interest up to $20 Million value, tender submissions, and client takeaway documents in InDesign, and gained experience in Salesforce CRM, including producing reports. I also managed employee communications for the NSW team.I was the NSW office go-to person. I consistently managed up and prioritised workflow including diary management, and provided administration support for the leadership team. Managing a team of two direct reports, I ensured the office ran smoothly including meeting safety and quality assurance requirements.Achievements:• Promoted to managing a team of two within ten months of start of role• Managed annual key stakeholder event, raising over $400,000 for charity over four years• Managed strategic client events, and drove strategic increase in them• Developed and negotiated an office print solution which included an upgrade of hardware functionality whilst reducing printing costs by 40 per cent• Selected to be part of and coordinated the first ISIS team to visit Cambodia with charity partners SeeBeyondBorders

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  Sutherland Shire Montessori School

  • Teacher English and Humanities

    • Apr 2009 - Dec 2010

    With complete responsibility as the sole English and History teacher of a new adolescent community, I was responsible for developing the complete English and History program for Years 7 through 10 in line with Montessori principles and NSW DET requirements. This involved:- Planning Scope and Sequences for the entire English and History program- Writing English units of work which complimented the History program- Preparing evidence for School DET Accreditation- Differentiating the curriculum for a variety of learners.Achievements:- Approached for role after completing school university placement- Head of an English department as a first year out teacher- Positive feedback from DET during school accreditation process - my units of work were held as the standard for other study areas to reach

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  Entwistle Public Relations

  • Public Relations Consultant

    • Nov 2005 - Sep 2007

    Public Relations Consultant for a range of international, national and local brands, including IKEA, Victa, Form + Design, H2O Audio, and Paqua. Coordiantion of media launches including annual IKEA catalogue launch for 300+ media contacts in the lifestyle sector. Liaising with key stylists and media contacts to ensure quality representation and coverage of their products.

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  Profile Marketing Group

  • Public Relations Assistant

    • 2003 - 2005

    Providing support one day a week on a volunteer basis whilst studying at university. Writing media releases, assisting with product launches and events, sending media packs and product samples for a range of fashion, beauty, media, lifestyle and not-for-profit clients including Schwarzkopf hair products, E! Channel, Diana Ferrari, Glenfiddich, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Brown Brothers Wine, and Kellogg's Kids Helpline.