John O'Shea

Business Development Advisor at Bluejay AI
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(386) 825-5501
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Experience

    • Australia
    • Software Development
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Business Development Advisor
      • Oct 2023 - Present

      Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Bluejaÿ brings a market-leading software as a service product suite that is an extension to a customer’s existing Governance Risk and compliance system (GRC). BlueJay’s artificial intelligence provides recommendations to reduce control environment costs and help prevent control failures by predicting weak points. The product caters to different levels of risk management maturity. What our clients say about BlueJay Bluejaÿ is a visionary solution, likening it to a crystal ball for… Show more Bluejaÿ brings a market-leading software as a service product suite that is an extension to a customer’s existing Governance Risk and compliance system (GRC). BlueJay’s artificial intelligence provides recommendations to reduce control environment costs and help prevent control failures by predicting weak points. The product caters to different levels of risk management maturity. What our clients say about BlueJay Bluejaÿ is a visionary solution, likening it to a crystal ball for risk management…” Managing Director at DKG – part of the Steadfast Group (largest Australasian insurance broker). “…Bluejaÿ is a unique tool in the market with expertly trained AI to provide real-time predictive and actionable insights…” Chief Technology and Transformation Officer of Bank of Queensland . Bluejaÿ has accelerated the improvement of our risk posture by leveraging pre-established best practice control data provided... ” Chief Risk Officer of LMG (largest Australasian home-loan broker). Show less

    • Chairman Of The Board
      • May 2020 - Present

      United States CYIOS Corporation (OTC: CYIO), a publicly traded strategic advisory company focused on the future of FinTech, Health & Medical Services, Crypto, Blockchain and AI Provision of strategic direction to the board regarding the future of FinTech, Health & Medical Services, Crypto, Blockchain and AI. • Leading the board and ensuring they are focused on strategic matters. • Overseeing the company’s business – in particular, drawing on my strong sales, business development and social… Show more CYIOS Corporation (OTC: CYIO), a publicly traded strategic advisory company focused on the future of FinTech, Health & Medical Services, Crypto, Blockchain and AI Provision of strategic direction to the board regarding the future of FinTech, Health & Medical Services, Crypto, Blockchain and AI. • Leading the board and ensuring they are focused on strategic matters. • Overseeing the company’s business – in particular, drawing on my strong sales, business development and social media management capabilities – and setting appropriate governance standards. Show less

    • United States
    • Financial Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Principal CEO
      • Jan 2018 - Present

      Melbourne, Australia

    • Founder and Managing Director
      • 2018 - May 2020

      Melbourne, Australia Helio Lending offers asset back loans against Crypto. We enable holders of digital assets to collaterise certain digital assets — Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Bitcoin Gold, Ethereum, Litecoin, Ripple (the “Approved Digital Assets”) — and gain access to credit via fiat currencies or stable coin

    • Australia
    • Financial Services
    • Financial Services Consultant
      • Jan 2016 - Oct 2023

      Melbourne, Australia

    • Financial Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Director
      • Jan 2005 - Jan 2011

      Global Electronic Trading was originally established in 1999 as an Associate Member of the Sydney Futures Exchange. I was one of the co-founders of the business, alongside my brother, and re-joined the company in January 2005 in a full time capacity. As a Financial Service License holder GET is able to provide general advice to retail and wholesale clients in Securities, Derivatives and Foreign Exchange. My key responsibilities include: Successfully overseeing the development and… Show more Global Electronic Trading was originally established in 1999 as an Associate Member of the Sydney Futures Exchange. I was one of the co-founders of the business, alongside my brother, and re-joined the company in January 2005 in a full time capacity. As a Financial Service License holder GET is able to provide general advice to retail and wholesale clients in Securities, Derivatives and Foreign Exchange. My key responsibilities include: Successfully overseeing the development and implementation of a competitive business model. The business provides value for our clients in the form of discount brokerage and a free trading platform. Overseeing the day to day operations of the business, delegating tasks and ensuring the long term success of the business and our GET Trader platform. Providing a high quality service that allows our clients to deal in global equities and derivatives, including Equity Contracts for Difference, Currencies, Precious Metals and Futures. Leading the business development team to generate third party alliances with educational institutions and credit unions. This involved cold calling, networking and developing a strong working relationship with each of our partners. Successfully securing a number of large credit unions as key clients. These included Big Sky (BHP), EECU (Exxon Mobile), Police and Nurses, Coastline, Alliance One and Woolworths. Show less

    • Australia
    • Banking
    • 500 - 600 Employee
    • Senior Executive
      • Mar 2003 - Dec 2005

      In March 2003 Bendigo Bank acquired my business Inch Corp Pty Ltd. As a result, I joined the company and was responsible for overseeing the business’s implementation into their core Bendigo Bank and Wealth Management Division. I also took a leading role in the implementation and development of a range of other online programs that assisted the company in developing its online presence. My key responsibilities included: Developing a new Bendigo Bank online business to business solution… Show more In March 2003 Bendigo Bank acquired my business Inch Corp Pty Ltd. As a result, I joined the company and was responsible for overseeing the business’s implementation into their core Bendigo Bank and Wealth Management Division. I also took a leading role in the implementation and development of a range of other online programs that assisted the company in developing its online presence. My key responsibilities included: Developing a new Bendigo Bank online business to business solution called Web Partner, an internet based tool that allowed our customers to develop an online presence for their business. Managing the ongoing operations of the Web Partner service. This service allowed customers to develop websites for their business and accurately track and monitor its performance. Working closely with our customers who were part of the Web Partner program. The program collected information about the client’s business which our web experts could then convert into a professional website with graphics and content. Liaising with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders throughout the development and implementation process. Reporting on the division’s success, sales and profitability. I successfully achieved all key milestones throughout the product implementation phase and it became a successful unit within the Bank. Show less

    • Founder & Manager Dirtector
      • Jan 1999 - Mar 2003

      In 1999 and after spending almost ten years with The Hannon Group I took the opportunity to launch Inch Corp, alongside Ross Greenwood (Channel 9 News Reader) who was a silent investor. The company was a “first adopter” within the online arena of Risk Insurance, Health Insurance, mortgages and financial planning. My key responsibilities included: Overseeing the development and implementation of an online quoting system and lead generation tool that allowed customers to access multiple… Show more In 1999 and after spending almost ten years with The Hannon Group I took the opportunity to launch Inch Corp, alongside Ross Greenwood (Channel 9 News Reader) who was a silent investor. The company was a “first adopter” within the online arena of Risk Insurance, Health Insurance, mortgages and financial planning. My key responsibilities included: Overseeing the development and implementation of an online quoting system and lead generation tool that allowed customers to access multiple products online and meet their personal financial needs. Successfully securing a number of strategic alliances and partnerships that helped grow the business and ensure its long term success. This included an alliance with ADP, the largest payroll company in the world who offered its members Inch Corp services within Australia. Developing and implementing a financial services system for all H&R Block Tax Agents that helped improve the company’s efficiency and ability to respond to the needs of their customers. Managing all aspects of the company’s daily operations. This included overseeing all administrative, financial, taxation and business development requirements. Achieving consistent growth in sales and profitability through effective networking strategies and a strong marketing campaign. Show less

    • Head of Marketing
      • Jan 1990 - Jan 1999

      In 1990 I joined The Hannon Group, the largest privately owned general insurance and Superannuation Company in Australia. The company had a large corporate client base and employed in excess of two hundred staff. This role allowed me to build upon my earlier product development experience and identify new growth opportunities for the organisation. My key responsibilities included: Leading the development and implementation of new strategies that would grow the sales and profitability of… Show more In 1990 I joined The Hannon Group, the largest privately owned general insurance and Superannuation Company in Australia. The company had a large corporate client base and employed in excess of two hundred staff. This role allowed me to build upon my earlier product development experience and identify new growth opportunities for the organisation. My key responsibilities included: Leading the development and implementation of new strategies that would grow the sales and profitability of the Superannuation Division. Undertaking a review of the Division’s current operations, competition and market conditions to identify new opportunities for an improvement in sales, costs and profitability. Successfully growing the Superannuation Division from a small base to be the largest Division within the group. This coincided with a consistent increase in sales and profitability over a nine year period. Reporting directly to the CEO and Owner of the company to detail progress of sales and cost efficiency strategies. Liaising with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders to effectively coordinate the Divisions operations and manage the implementation of new strategies. Show less

    • United States
    • Professional Services
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Senior Advisor
      • Jan 1987 - Jan 1990

      In 1987 I joined William M Mercer, a leading global provider of consulting, outsourcing and investment services, in a product development based role. This allowed me to further expand upon my financial services experience and gain additional skills associated with product development and management. My key responsibilities included: Working as a key member of a new division that was responsible for the development of a new master trust product. This trust combined all the services of a… Show more In 1987 I joined William M Mercer, a leading global provider of consulting, outsourcing and investment services, in a product development based role. This allowed me to further expand upon my financial services experience and gain additional skills associated with product development and management. My key responsibilities included: Working as a key member of a new division that was responsible for the development of a new master trust product. This trust combined all the services of a super fund into a “wrap” product and is now the most commonly used product in the superannuation industry. Liaising with a wide variety of internal and external holders to assist in the coordination of the project and achievement of key outcomes. Assisting with the project planning, development and sale of the new master trust product. This involved meeting with superannuation industry representatives and detailing the costs and benefits of the product. Preparing reports on the achievement of key product milestones, roll out of the product and achievement of key sales targets. Demonstrating the ability to work effectively in a team environment and assist in the coordination and development of a new product from the ground up. Show less

    • Australia
    • Financial Services
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Insurance Broker
      • Jan 1985 - Jan 1987

      I commenced my career with AMP Insurance as an Insurance Broker in 1985. While employed in this role I undertook significant training that provided me with the sales, customer service and networking skills that I have used throughout my career. My key responsibilities included: Working with a wide variety of clients to understand their insurance needs, identify appropriate insurance products and secure the sale. Outlining the benefits of individual products and the associated costs. I… Show more I commenced my career with AMP Insurance as an Insurance Broker in 1985. While employed in this role I undertook significant training that provided me with the sales, customer service and networking skills that I have used throughout my career. My key responsibilities included: Working with a wide variety of clients to understand their insurance needs, identify appropriate insurance products and secure the sale. Outlining the benefits of individual products and the associated costs. I always looked for the opportunity to sell additional insurance products and add on policies. Successfully developing strong client relationships with a wide range of corporate and personal clients. Managing my own personal sales targets and objectives. I demonstrated the ability to achieve consistent growth in both the amount of business I wrote and number of clients I managed. Performing general administrative tasks associated with the creation of new client accounts and issuing of insurance policies. Show less

Education

  • Kaplan Professional
    RG 146, Financial Planning and Services
    2011 - 2012
  • University of Melbourne
    Diploma Outdoor Education
    1985 - 1987
  • Geelong Grammar School
    1978 - 1983

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