Executive Manager, Firemark Labs ANZ

• Oct 2021 - Present

Head of Business Accelerator

• Sep 2019 - Oct 2021

Leading a team of Business Accelerators - a dynamic cross functional team, to rapidly create value by driving Z’s decision makers to take action, through data driven insights. Agile methodology, problem solving and HCD tools used.Product owner and lead of the design and development of a new enterprise operating model, managing 18 cross functional employees for 9 months as part of my accelerator role. Implementation of investment streams and end to end processes from idea management, evaluation using DVF, prioritisation and delivery. Show less

Senior Innovation Manager

• Apr 2018 - Sep 2019

Responsible for delivery of an organisation wide innovation capability programme in human-centred design, including facilitation and coaching multiple three-day Masterclasses and ongoing mentoring of alumni. Design and delivery of sprints for pipeline projects including Employee Experience Journey Mapping, Contracts Process Improvements, Stock Purchasing, Flick Electric, and Mevo innovations.

Transformation Design Manager

• May 2016 - Apr 2018

Working in transformational design using design thinking to solve business challenges, I led ATEED's business model transformation and established a co-design movement that implemented different ways of working to drive change and innovate. I led process improvement across the business; driving a culture of self-service and continuous improvement; used an HCD approach for values and culture work; unpacked the customer experience of our work programmes and took the organisation to concept design of a new office fit out. Show less

Executive Manager

• May 2015 - Apr 2016

Working for the Chief Executive and Chief Operating Officer, I led and enabled smooth business operations. I represented the CE at governance groups, managed business change and scope, led and executed projects. Involved with the senior management team, I supported greater leadership, organisational development and evolving a strong values based culture.

Growth Programme Specialist

• Sep 2014 - May 2015

Investigation of key Auckland sectors, in particular high performing sports and creative sectors, to identify opportunities for economic growth. Working with industry experts and leaders to evolve partnerships and work in collaboration to drive shared outcomes.

Sustainability Advisor

• Sep 2010 - Sep 2014

Leading organisation-wide corporate, community and business sustainability efforts. Working across Auckland Council and Council Controlled Organisations, business and key sustainability networks. A strong leader in change management with the ability to strategically influence and take others on the journey.

Sustainability Advisor

• Aug 2009 - Nov 2010

Driving continuous improvement of sustainability initiatives for tourism business through consultation and stakeholder engagement. Delivery of the Sustainable Tourism Advisors in Regions (STAR) programme.

Environmental Programme Manager

• Feb 2007 - Aug 2009

Implementation of environmental programmes in schools across New Zealand. Project management of the development and distribution of resources. Strategic development and ongoing review of business functions. Implementation of environmental programmes in schools across New Zealand. Project management of the development and distribution of resources. Strategic development and ongoing review of business functions.