Gail Sulicich (Westacott)
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Max Franchitto 🇦🇺
Gail was a member of the Northern Economic Leaders Board , when I had dealings with her. She demonstrated a sound understanding of good governance as well an ability to contribute to the Boards strategic thinking and decision making . As a governance professional I would have no hesitation in recommending Gail for any Board seeking a proactive thinker and decision maker ! Max Franchitto Governance & Boardroom expert advisor.
Michelle Prak FPRIA
I had the pleasure of working with Gail on an significant Northern Futures project. She’s one of the most astute and strategic leaders I’ve come across, capable of big picture thinking and bringing a multitude of stakeholders together. Gail is personable and maintains excellent networks, and strikes me as someone who is passionate about every project and role she dedicates herself to.
pippa webb (GAICD)
Gail has a successfully re-positioned Northern Futures Inc. over a number of years responding to changes in the market and public policy. Her strength is to effectively mange change whilst maintaining good stakeholder relationships. Her drive energy and strategic thinking is highly regarded. She applied these skills to Regional Development Australia as the Chair, and has contributed to the economic and social development of Adelaide. I very much enjoy working with Gail because of her insight hard work and sense of humour.
Max Franchitto 🇦🇺
Gail was a member of the Northern Economic Leaders Board , when I had dealings with her. She demonstrated a sound understanding of good governance as well an ability to contribute to the Boards strategic thinking and decision making . As a governance professional I would have no hesitation in recommending Gail for any Board seeking a proactive thinker and decision maker ! Max Franchitto Governance & Boardroom expert advisor.
Michelle Prak FPRIA
I had the pleasure of working with Gail on an significant Northern Futures project. She’s one of the most astute and strategic leaders I’ve come across, capable of big picture thinking and bringing a multitude of stakeholders together. Gail is personable and maintains excellent networks, and strikes me as someone who is passionate about every project and role she dedicates herself to.
pippa webb (GAICD)
Gail has a successfully re-positioned Northern Futures Inc. over a number of years responding to changes in the market and public policy. Her strength is to effectively mange change whilst maintaining good stakeholder relationships. Her drive energy and strategic thinking is highly regarded. She applied these skills to Regional Development Australia as the Chair, and has contributed to the economic and social development of Adelaide. I very much enjoy working with Gail because of her insight hard work and sense of humour.
Max Franchitto 🇦🇺
Gail was a member of the Northern Economic Leaders Board , when I had dealings with her. She demonstrated a sound understanding of good governance as well an ability to contribute to the Boards strategic thinking and decision making . As a governance professional I would have no hesitation in recommending Gail for any Board seeking a proactive thinker and decision maker ! Max Franchitto Governance & Boardroom expert advisor.
Michelle Prak FPRIA
I had the pleasure of working with Gail on an significant Northern Futures project. She’s one of the most astute and strategic leaders I’ve come across, capable of big picture thinking and bringing a multitude of stakeholders together. Gail is personable and maintains excellent networks, and strikes me as someone who is passionate about every project and role she dedicates herself to.
pippa webb (GAICD)
Gail has a successfully re-positioned Northern Futures Inc. over a number of years responding to changes in the market and public policy. Her strength is to effectively mange change whilst maintaining good stakeholder relationships. Her drive energy and strategic thinking is highly regarded. She applied these skills to Regional Development Australia as the Chair, and has contributed to the economic and social development of Adelaide. I very much enjoy working with Gail because of her insight hard work and sense of humour.
Max Franchitto 🇦🇺
Gail was a member of the Northern Economic Leaders Board , when I had dealings with her. She demonstrated a sound understanding of good governance as well an ability to contribute to the Boards strategic thinking and decision making . As a governance professional I would have no hesitation in recommending Gail for any Board seeking a proactive thinker and decision maker ! Max Franchitto Governance & Boardroom expert advisor.
Michelle Prak FPRIA
I had the pleasure of working with Gail on an significant Northern Futures project. She’s one of the most astute and strategic leaders I’ve come across, capable of big picture thinking and bringing a multitude of stakeholders together. Gail is personable and maintains excellent networks, and strikes me as someone who is passionate about every project and role she dedicates herself to.
pippa webb (GAICD)
Gail has a successfully re-positioned Northern Futures Inc. over a number of years responding to changes in the market and public policy. Her strength is to effectively mange change whilst maintaining good stakeholder relationships. Her drive energy and strategic thinking is highly regarded. She applied these skills to Regional Development Australia as the Chair, and has contributed to the economic and social development of Adelaide. I very much enjoy working with Gail because of her insight hard work and sense of humour.
Experience
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The Ella Centre
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Australia
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director
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Dec 2022 - Present
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Northern Futures Inc
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Australia
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Executive Offices
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1 - 100 Employee
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Board Member
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Apr 2020 - Present
Voluntary role after being CEO for 10 Years
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Chief Executive
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Mar 2011 - Apr 2020
Northern Futures is a not for profit working with long term unemployed people from mainly disadvantaged communities. We work with individual people and groups to bring positive change to their lives through helping them to discover life long learnings that will make them more resiliant and productive in the workforce. I work with an amazing team of people who are commited to helping people through learning, career coaching, training and support to change their lives.
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CEO
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Mar 2011 - Apr 2020
An update on Northern Futures:As previously advised, Northern Futures is moving into a new era. We have been busy working on a project that continues our original objectives and philosophy: to support workforce development in the northern regions. However given the current environment, like many organisations, we will put that project on hold for the time being. The workforce and economy may look very different post COVID-19, and we will re-address our mission and projects at that time.Many thanks for your support. Show less
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Helping Hand Aged Care
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Non-profit Organizations
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200 - 300 Employee
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Advisory Group Member Real Care Second Time Around project
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Jun 2022 - Mar 2023
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The WASH House Inc.
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Australia
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Officer
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Jul 2022 - Feb 2023
Moving to semi retirement with a focus of utilising my extensive skills and knowledge as a Director. Moving to semi retirement with a focus of utilising my extensive skills and knowledge as a Director.
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Realise Performance
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Australia
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Human Resources Consultant
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Jul 2020 - Aug 2022
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Golden Age Solutions (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.
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Malaysia
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Hospitals and Health Care
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Director
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Jan 2019 - Apr 2020
Sadly due to the current Coronavirus and the impact globally Malaysia boarders are closed as are many countries. Until the situation improves I am unable to travel to work on Golden Age Solutions. Sadly due to the current Coronavirus and the impact globally Malaysia boarders are closed as are many countries. Until the situation improves I am unable to travel to work on Golden Age Solutions.
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North East Schools Business Network
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North Eastern Adelaide region
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Chair - Voluntary
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Oct 2015 - Aug 2018
The North East Schools Business Network is a new initiative of 7 state secondary school on the north eastern side of metropolitan Adelaide. The objective is to build a network of business linkages working with schools to develop new initiatives in curriculum design to meet the future needs of business and industry. The opportunity to work with energised schools and committed business leaders to build strong networks is exciting and rewarding, particularly as it will lead to better transition for young people into careers and employment.. Show less
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Regional Development Australia Board Metro Adelaide
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Adelaide Metropolitan
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Chair
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Dec 2009 - Dec 2014
Ministerial appointment for four years to lead the Board to facilitate local solutions for local problems. Place making is how communities can bring change at a local level. Independent advisory body to support the three levels of government to facilitate social and economic development across the region of metropolitan Adelaide. After 5 years as inaugural Chair my term came to an end on 31 December 2014. Ministerial appointment for four years to lead the Board to facilitate local solutions for local problems. Place making is how communities can bring change at a local level. Independent advisory body to support the three levels of government to facilitate social and economic development across the region of metropolitan Adelaide. After 5 years as inaugural Chair my term came to an end on 31 December 2014.
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Ministerial appointment to Playford Local Advisory Group for Better Futures, Local Solution
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Playford, South Australia
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Local Advisory Group member
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Mar 2012 - Jun 2014
Better Futures, Local Solutions is an Australian Government initiative that is supporting local communities to identify barriers to employment, strengthen local labour markets and help people find and keep jobs. Due to Federal Government policy this initiative has been discontinued. Better Futures, Local Solutions is an Australian Government initiative that is supporting local communities to identify barriers to employment, strengthen local labour markets and help people find and keep jobs. Due to Federal Government policy this initiative has been discontinued.
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Board Member (Past)
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Sep 2008 - May 2013
Board memebr of NWBDC, winner of the Global Business Incubator of the Year 2008. Trading as the Adelaide Business Hub and and registered training organisation (RTO).
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Business Consultant
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Apr 2010 - Nov 2010
Consulting to small business on marketing strategy and business planning. General consulting on building and marketing business for growth.
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Business Consultant
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Jul 2010 - Mar 2011
As an accredited APEC Business Counsellor I can help mentor and coach you to grow your business through strategic and professional marketing. Skilled in establishment and development of social enterprise including community projects. I can help you bring cultural change to your organisation to increase productivity and staff retention. As an accredited APEC Business Counsellor I can help mentor and coach you to grow your business through strategic and professional marketing. Skilled in establishment and development of social enterprise including community projects. I can help you bring cultural change to your organisation to increase productivity and staff retention.
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Economic Development Manager
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Apr 2006 - Jul 2010
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Member Advisory Board voluntary
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Nov 2008 - Jan 2010
Community Food SA is a charity providing low cost groceries to people in need on low income. Community Food SA is a charity providing low cost groceries to people in need on low income.
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Chair
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2009 - 2010
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Economic Development
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Sep 2001 - Apr 2006
Six year working in Economic Development and Business Facilitation on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland Australia. Six year working in Economic Development and Business Facilitation on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland Australia.
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