Gavin Rae
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Alex Evans
Gavin is hands down one of the best I've worked with when it comes to placing, supporting and building resources in my team. He knows his people, their strengths and weaknesses, supports them, is open, and he knows the businesses and context around their work - there's too many people out there that lack this knowledge or don't invest enough importance in it
LinkedIn User
Gavin was highly proactive and engaging while managing product management services for my team. He took the time to regularly check-in and ensure the service provided was effective and impactful. Great focus on customer success.
Faruk Avdi
Gavin helped me supplement design teams on a couple of occasions and each time put forward excellent consultants. I found dealing with him and his company to be straightforward, practical and hassle free and I appreciated the flexibility that Gavin could exercise for us in his capacity as managing director. When faced with similar need I would not hesitate to reach out to Gavin again.
Alex Evans
Gavin is hands down one of the best I've worked with when it comes to placing, supporting and building resources in my team. He knows his people, their strengths and weaknesses, supports them, is open, and he knows the businesses and context around their work - there's too many people out there that lack this knowledge or don't invest enough importance in it
LinkedIn User
Gavin was highly proactive and engaging while managing product management services for my team. He took the time to regularly check-in and ensure the service provided was effective and impactful. Great focus on customer success.
Faruk Avdi
Gavin helped me supplement design teams on a couple of occasions and each time put forward excellent consultants. I found dealing with him and his company to be straightforward, practical and hassle free and I appreciated the flexibility that Gavin could exercise for us in his capacity as managing director. When faced with similar need I would not hesitate to reach out to Gavin again.
Alex Evans
Gavin is hands down one of the best I've worked with when it comes to placing, supporting and building resources in my team. He knows his people, their strengths and weaknesses, supports them, is open, and he knows the businesses and context around their work - there's too many people out there that lack this knowledge or don't invest enough importance in it
LinkedIn User
Gavin was highly proactive and engaging while managing product management services for my team. He took the time to regularly check-in and ensure the service provided was effective and impactful. Great focus on customer success.
Faruk Avdi
Gavin helped me supplement design teams on a couple of occasions and each time put forward excellent consultants. I found dealing with him and his company to be straightforward, practical and hassle free and I appreciated the flexibility that Gavin could exercise for us in his capacity as managing director. When faced with similar need I would not hesitate to reach out to Gavin again.
Alex Evans
Gavin is hands down one of the best I've worked with when it comes to placing, supporting and building resources in my team. He knows his people, their strengths and weaknesses, supports them, is open, and he knows the businesses and context around their work - there's too many people out there that lack this knowledge or don't invest enough importance in it
LinkedIn User
Gavin was highly proactive and engaging while managing product management services for my team. He took the time to regularly check-in and ensure the service provided was effective and impactful. Great focus on customer success.
Faruk Avdi
Gavin helped me supplement design teams on a couple of occasions and each time put forward excellent consultants. I found dealing with him and his company to be straightforward, practical and hassle free and I appreciated the flexibility that Gavin could exercise for us in his capacity as managing director. When faced with similar need I would not hesitate to reach out to Gavin again.
Credentials
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A Licence
UEFAJan, 2013- Sep, 2024 -
B Licence
UEFAJan, 2011- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Product Rocket
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Australia
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Managing Director
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Oct 2020 - Present
- Leading the company and ensuring all employees buy into the company vision.- Setting the overall strategic direction of the company alongside my co-founder- Planning and implementing long term business strategies to achieve the company’s objectives.- Interviewing for senior positions within the organisation- Looking for opportunities for the company to grow- Setting company-wide OKR's to encourage company growth in all areas.- Analysing opportunities for growth in market segments to drive profitability.At Product Rocket we believe that meaningful digital products come from a user-centric approach, a deep understanding of the business challenges and a sound technical understanding.We think companies should take back ownership of their digital products, placing them at the heart of their strategy and crafting them by leaning on passionate experts with strong agile methodologies.We work on-site as contractors in agile product teams to define and deliver digital products and use the best practices like Lean UX, Design Thinking and Agile development to deliver the best user experiences.Clients include Qantas, Zip, Invoice2Go, SecureCodeWarrior, Elmo, Resmed, Isentia, Amaysim, JaxstaFind out more: www.productrocket.com
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Managing Director
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Jan 2019 - Oct 2020
- Leading the company and ensuring all employees buy into the company vision. - Setting the overall strategic direction of the company alongside the CEO - Planning and implementing long term business strategies to achieve the company’s objectives. - Interviewing for senior positions within the organisation - Looking for opportunities for the company to grow - Setting company-wide KPI’s to gauge company performance in all areas. - Analysing opportunities for growth in market segments to drive profitability.At Thiga, we believe that meaningful digital products come from a user-centric approach, a deep understanding of the business challenges and a sound technical understanding.We think companies should take back ownership of their digital products, placing them at the heart of their strategy and crafting them by leaning on passionate experts with strong agile methodologies.We work on-site as contractors in agile product teams to define and deliver digital products and use the best practices like Lean UX, Design Thinking and Agile development to deliver the best user experiences. Thiga's clients include Qantas, Zip, Invoice2Go, SecureCodeWarrior, Elmo, Resmed, Isentia, Amaysim, JaxstaFind out more: www.thiga.com.au See less
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Thiga
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France
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Business Consulting and Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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Talent and Growth Manager
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Jun 2018 - Jul 2019
Thiga is a pure-player consulting company focusing on Product Management, Product Owners and UX Designers. I have been brought on to build the consulting team over the next few years to match the success that Thiga is experiencing in Paris. Thiga are the French leaders in Product Management consulting and are extremely involved in the product community and aim to do the same in Sydney. They have written their own book on Agile Product Management and also host the La Product Conference annually in Paris, inviting world leading Product Managers to be keynote speakers. If you are open to hearing more about what we do - please get in touch +61422710710 gavin.rae@thiga.com.au
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Hakoah Sydney City East FC
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Australia
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head Coach
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Nov 2016 - Jul 2019
Technical Director and Head Coach of NPL1 club Hakoah FC. Overseeing all training programs and sessions for senior grades. Technical Director and Head Coach of NPL1 club Hakoah FC. Overseeing all training programs and sessions for senior grades.
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Recruitment Associate
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Aug 2017 - Jul 2018
NatRec ANZ is a network of Specialist Recruiters who are experienced, ethical and professional with a strong commitment to their recruitment careers. Our Recruiters are supported by a management team with over 80 years of combined experience so you can be sure that both the services and the infrastructure are robust.As a Recruitment Associate I specialise in:Product Managers Product OwnerHead of Products VP of Product Business Analysts Project Managers Head of PMO Data Developers (SAS) Front End Engineers Java Developers .NET Developers UX and UI IT Sales ProfessionalsSenior Appointments And general delivery of all roles in the tech space. (both contract and perm) Having a huge passion for tech, i enjoy working with all types of clients from Start-Up's to large corporate companies. If it involves helping people into a life changing career move or to align them more suitably with an exciting chance to grow then i am all for it. Get in touch if you are a candidate or client to see how i can add value and help you in the future.
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Director
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2014 - May 2018
Seven One Zero was established with fellow players Chris Burke and Curtis Davies along with fashion retail professional Gary Mitchell. We provide a unique combination of high-end fashion with innovative design that will ensure you always make an impact. Whether you’re on a night out with your mates or enjoying a casual day off, Seven One Zero brings an exceptional level of style and quality.Visit the website to check out our range at: http://sevenonezero.co.uk/ Seven One Zero was established with fellow players Chris Burke and Curtis Davies along with fashion retail professional Gary Mitchell. We provide a unique combination of high-end fashion with innovative design that will ensure you always make an impact. Whether you’re on a night out with your mates or enjoying a casual day off, Seven One Zero brings an exceptional level of style and quality.Visit the website to check out our range at: http://sevenonezero.co.uk/
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Evolution Australia
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Australia
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Consultant - Product Management
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Nov 2014 - Jul 2017
Evolution is an exceptional business formed in the UK in 2000 by some of the most experienced individuals in the IT recruitment industry, and has since grown to having offices in Europe, Asia and now Australia.Evolution specialise in the sourcing of highly skilled IT professionals and have a team of experienced Consultants operating across all technical vertical and niche markets, for both permanent and contract recruitment.Evolution has been integral in helping thousands of companies grow by supplying them with high calibre people quickly and efficiently. In recognition of this Evolution were invited to sponsor the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Awards which is a celebration of the UK's fastest-growing high-technology companies.We have an extensive network of contacts, through which we can quickly identify both active and passive candidates for specific vacancies or projects. Additionally these relationships give us a true understanding of each client's culture, enabling us to match the right candidate at the first time of asking. Our key areas of technical expertise are: Digital Software & Mobile Application Development, Software Engineering, Technology Consulting & Architecture, IT Project Management, IT Infrastructure & Service Management.Specific technology areas i cover: Product Management Digital Project & Program ManagementIT Project DeliveryCRM CMSAgile Scrum Also specialising in :• Mobile Design & Development/Multi-media/Software• Gaming Design & DevelopmentTechnology;iOS, Android,JavaScript, Node.js, Emerging technologies (web and mobile), C#, Unity3DI am a natural networker with a reputation for providing objective candidate assessment, impartial advice and and honest feedback to all parties throughout the recruitment process.If you are a leader looking for that next star hire or a candidate seeking an exciting new role please feel free to contact me.DD: 02 8223 2806email: gavin.rae@evolutionjobs.com.au
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Sport Careers Ltd
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United Kingdom
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Outsourcing/Offshoring
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Director
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May 2013 - Jul 2017
Sport Careers is a sports marketing and recruitment company aimed at helping those working within sport achieve their career goals whether they are within or out with sport. Visit the website to find out more at: http://sportcareers.co.uk/• Assist in the growth and development of the business through the use and establishment of contacts • Draw on an exceptional foundation of knowledge to provide expert advice to clients and the business• Act as an effective face and figurehead for the organisation in all sporting and business endeavours
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Dundee FC
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United Kingdom
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Entertainment Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Professional Football Player / Reserve Team Manager
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Jun 2013 - Jun 2014
Playing Stats: 40 Appearances / 1 GoalKey Playing Achievements:» Won the 2013/14 Scottish Championship title to seal promotion to the SPL» Played in every fixture of the title winning campaign, playing 3502 minutes from a possible 3600▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Responsibilities as Reserve Team Manager:• Oversaw the overall management of the reserves, picking and preparing the team for coming fixtures• Devised and lead all training sessions in co-ordination with coaching team• Liaised between members of the club’s entire management and coaching structure• Remained aware to the first team’s requirements, identifying players in the reserves ready to progress • Assisted in the coordination of first team players’ recovery from injury through inclusion in the reserves• Liaised with the academy coaches and gave opportunities to young players ready to progress• Identified player weaknesses and in turn worked with the player to strengthen these areas • Helped foster a winning mentality and environment of support within the team and the club• Conducted scouting trips of opponents and potential signings to assess their strengths & weaknesses• Ensured that new arrivals were seamlessly integrated into the team dynamic on and off the pitchKey Coaching Achievements:» Came 2nd in the SPFL Reserve League, losing only 2 games and scoring the most goals in the league
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Aberdeen FC
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United Kingdom
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Professional Football Player / U15 - U17 Coach
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Jan 2012 - Jun 2013
Playing Stats: 53 Appearances / 4 Goals▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Responsibilities as U15 - U17 Coach:• Responsible for team selection within a structured league format• Oversaw the development, training and coordination of youth games• Organised and planned training sessions and associated assessment of fitness and skill levels• Co-ordinated training venue arrangements, ground staff, kits, and boots • Managed tactical, technical and physical training of team in preparation for upcoming matches• Analysed performance of both team and opposition• Offered assessment on player capabilities and team requirements in order to faciliate future success• Acted as a key communicator and conduit between management team and players at all levels• Fostered an environment of positivity and achievement by offering support and advice to players• Responsible for enhancing the future development of youth players• Improved players through coaching and preparing individual programmes • Identified new coaching methods by studying top EPL and SPL sides• Raised awareness within the community and gain recognition for youth development • Educated players and assist them in creating a strong mentality on and off the pitch• Maintained awareness of strict health & safety practices and codes of conduct at all times
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Professional Football Player
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Oct 2011 - Jan 2012
Playing Stats: 15 Appearances / 4 Goals Playing Stats: 15 Appearances / 4 Goals
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Cardiff City FC
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United Kingdom
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Retail
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Professional Football Player
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Jul 2007 - Jul 2011
Playing Stats: 153 Appearances / 8 GoalsKey Playing Achievements:» Played in all 6 matches of the club’s run to the 2007/08 FA Cup final» Made 55 appearances in all competitions in 2007/08 , more than any other player at the club» Made the second highest number of appearances in 2008/09 despite missing a month through injury Playing Stats: 153 Appearances / 8 GoalsKey Playing Achievements:» Played in all 6 matches of the club’s run to the 2007/08 FA Cup final» Made 55 appearances in all competitions in 2007/08 , more than any other player at the club» Made the second highest number of appearances in 2008/09 despite missing a month through injury
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International Football Player
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1999 - 2009
Senior Playing Stats: 14 CapsU21 Playing Stats: 6 Caps / 1 Goal Senior Playing Stats: 14 CapsU21 Playing Stats: 6 Caps / 1 Goal
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Rangers FC
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United Kingdom
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Entertainment Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Professional Football Player
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Jan 2004 - Jun 2007
Playing Stats: 43 Appearances / 3 GoalsKey Playing Achievements:» Appointed club captain in 2006» Made seven appearances in the UEFA Cup on the club’s run to the last 16 in 2006/07 Playing Stats: 43 Appearances / 3 GoalsKey Playing Achievements:» Appointed club captain in 2006» Made seven appearances in the UEFA Cup on the club’s run to the last 16 in 2006/07
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Dundee Football Club
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Professional Football Player
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Jul 1994 - Jan 2004
(2 years as youth footballer, then 8 years as a first team pro) Playing Stats: 244 Appearances / 26 GoalsKey Playing Achievements: » Starred in the club’s run to the 2002/03 Scottish Cup final» Played in the 1996 Scottish Youth Cup final (2 years as youth footballer, then 8 years as a first team pro) Playing Stats: 244 Appearances / 26 GoalsKey Playing Achievements: » Starred in the club’s run to the 2002/03 Scottish Cup final» Played in the 1996 Scottish Youth Cup final
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Education
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1991 - 1996
Oldmachar Academy
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