Experience

Opex Group

• Australia
• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director

  • 2007 - Present

  Opex provides Optimal Exposure for your Brand. Whether it be a customised exhibition stand, point of sale display, an experiential display in a retail environment or a working display, Opex takes the mystery out of communicating your message. We will get your target market excited about your brand. As Director, I built the business from its grassroots, overseeing the development and daily operations, specialising in the design, manufacture and installation of displays, exhibition stands and showrooms nationally and globally, including in France and Singapore. Highlights: • Confidently managed competing and simultaneous projects, providing individualised support for different types of customers including monitoring design, build, installation and logistics of projects • Successfully drove business development growth, managing simultaneous projects, achieving 100% satisfaction, and building long-lasting relationships with key clients including Audi, Cabrini Hospital, Pentair, Linde, and Davey Water Products. • Spearheaded the growth of the business to oversee the end-to-end management of products, from concept to installation. • Developed a strong partnership with Audi, resulting in the expansion of the business to deliver furniture installation nationally. Show less



Rodney Robertson & Associates

• Australia
• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Business Development Manager

  • 2005 - 2007

  • Oversaw the end-to-end project management of the design and manufacture of exhibition stands, point of sale material and signage • Identified and secured business development opportunities • Built and nurtured strong relationships with key stakeholders • Liaised and managed customers and suppliers to ensure the deliverance of projects according to plans • Spearheaded the expansion of the business nationally, identifying and acting on business development opportunities to develop a strong client base from zero. Worked with key clients in Victoria and New South Wales within the food and beverage and industrial industries. Show less



Service Containers (A specialty packaging division of Amcor Australia)

• Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

• Business Development Manager

  • 2003 - 2005

  • Successfully headhunted to lead a new lithographic business printing unit, providing high-quality leadership and oversight over new processes and products. Skilfully developed an extensive supplier network and client base and established a strong presence within the industry. • Capitalised on strong negotiation and leadership skills to secure new clients and business including food and beverage manufacturers, automotive and confectionary businesses. • Played a lead role in improving workplace culture, driving inclusivity and diversity within the business. • Provided high-quality leadership, overseeing the development and operations of a new business unit • Led and coached internal teams of new processes and products Show less



The Ladelle Group

• Australia
• Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Key Account Manager

  • 2001 - 2003

  • Led and oversaw key accounts for the market leading design business focused on kitchen textiles • Strengthened strong partnerships, delivering a high-quality, seamless customer service experience Built and nurtured strong relationships with key internal stakeholders including Operations, Supply Chain, Inventory, IT and Finance departments • Intuitively oversaw and managed key accounts with multi-million-dollar revenue for the marketing leading design business, continually exceeding sales targets and KPI’s. Confidently delivered exceptional account support to key clients including Kmart, Myer and Big W, supporting new product ranges, and presentations. Led the effective negotiation of commercial terms and developed instore planograms to drive product success. • Successfully drove streamlined business efficiencies, overseeing the processing of major account orders Show less



Henderson McPherson Pty. Ltd.

• Marketing Development Manager/Sales Executive

  • 1996 - 2001

  • Successfully oversaw a portfolio of accounts worth $5.2M and continually led marketing development opportunities. • Continuously created and maintained a culture of innovation, involvement, and creative thinking through strong partnerships and business development opportunities. Skilfully exceeded sales targets in excess of 22% year on year. • Spearheaded the development of new packaging concepts, resulting in the product packaging remaining a market leader for customers including the US Treasury and the Australian Wine Industry. • Led and managed the successful submission of products to the National Print Awards. Show less