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Brett Armstrong

Sunshine Coast,Australia

Summary

People and Performance Specialist with extensive experience in enhancing leadership and organizational effectiveness at senior levels. Achieved a 41% improvement in senior succession readiness through targeted talent retention strategies. Committed to coaching and performance management to drive exceptional results.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

People and Performance Specialist

Leader Capability

Sunshine Coast, Australia

01.2018 - Current

Lead cross-functional projects to enhance leadership capabilities, improving alignment with operational strategies and boosting overall measurable performance.
Engaged with senior government officials and industry leaders, providing tailored performance advice and fostering collaboration, resulting in measurable increase in stakeholder engagement.
Develop innovative frameworks that result in measurable increase in leadership effectiveness across multiple client organizations.

Solutions Director

Harrison Assessments International

Hong Kong

07.2017 - 11.2018

Company Overview: Harrison Assessments focuses on measuring and aligning an individual’s unique skills and passions with the demands of a specific role, providing detailed insights into an individual's role eligibility, suitability, capability, development, succession, and performance.
I led and supported global clients in creating and implementing leadership capability frameworks, delivering long-term strategic goals and increasing leadership effectiveness.
I delivered long-term strategic plans focusing on leadership capability, development, recruitment, performance, engagement, and retention, enhancing overall organizational performance.
I conducted performance benchmarking studies to identify and develop unique behavioral traits that drive specific company performance, resulting in improved alignment with company vision and values.
Harrison Assessments focuses on measuring and aligning an individual’s unique skills and passions with the demands of a specific role, providing detailed insights into an individual's role eligibility, suitability, capability, development, succession, and performance.

Area Human Resources Director: Asia Pacific

Tupperware Brands Corporation

01.2013 - 12.2017

Company Overview: Tupperware Brands is a globally recognized manufacturer and distributor of innovative products, boasting a global sales force of 2.4 million across more than 100 countries, with sales revenues exceeding US$3.1 billion. The Asia Pacific businesses employ approximately 2000 staff across 12 countries.
I designed, introduced and led an Executive Capability, Engagement, and Retention Project across the Asia Pacific region. This project objectively mapped out the overall leadership capability needed to successfully deliver long-term objectives.
I partnered with country Managing Directors and the Group Vice President of Human Resources (HR) to design, execute, and manage all HR strategies focusing on strengthening HR capability and credibility throughout the Asia Pacific Region.
I initiated and led a project responsible for increasing Asia Pacific senior succession readiness from 31% in 2014 to 72% in 2017 by benchmarking and developing behavioral traits unique to high performers and aligning individuals’ on-the-job development pathways with the demands of their future aspirant positions to identify and develop legitimate successors.
I provided strategic HR leadership to country HR Managers, helping them transition their roles from HR Administrator to Strategic HR Partner, thereby improving their leadership credibility, professional trust, and respect.
I led a project that identified critical engagement and retention factors for discretionary effort and fulfillment, decreasing management turnover from 19% to 8% in 2014 and overall turnover in some markets by 18% in 12 months.
I established strong, trusted relationships with country CEOs, MDs, and senior executives to understand their specific challenges, identify ongoing issues, and articulate the benefits of supporting a strategic HR function within their business unit.
I coached, mentored, and developed core leaders, providing strategic advice and operational support in relation to resource planning, staff performance, conflict, and talent management.
I created and delivered a talent acquisition strategy that standardized the recruiting process throughout all Asia Pacific markets, specifically targeting and sourcing critically needed skills and capability.
I developed and implemented all Asia Pacific leadership development strategy plans, focusing on addressing skill gaps and enhancing existing knowledge and expertise.
I designed and facilitated a new Sales Leader Development Program throughout Asia Pacific, which became the standard for the Tupperware brand throughout 110 countries.
I led the global rollout of a new standardized performance appraisal system that focused performance conversations on actual displayed behaviours rather than subjective scores.
Tupperware Brands is a globally recognized manufacturer and distributor of innovative products, boasting a global sales force of 2.4 million across more than 100 countries, with sales revenues exceeding US$3.1 billion. The Asia Pacific businesses employ approximately 2000 staff across 12 countries.

Human Resources Manager – Australia & New Zealand

Tupperware Brands Corporation

01.2010 - 12.2013

I provided HR shared services to three diverse businesses within the Tupperware portfolio and renegotiated a heavily biased EBA agreement that had been written by a militant Union without any real consultation with management or workers.
I developed and implemented a communication strategy that effectively engaged all stakeholders during Enterprise negotiations.
I updated the communication strategy to maintain relationships and ensure ongoing consultation and collaboration throughout the life cycle of an Enterprise Agreement.
I established a centralized operational Human Resources department to provide HR support to Tupperware across Australia and New Zealand.
I created, implemented, and managed total compensation packages, incentives, and offers.
I advised, coached, and supported the Tupperware Australia leadership team regarding various people management and organizational development issues.
I facilitated the development and delivery of the local HR agenda in line with global/regional Tupperware objectives and local business needs.
I supported the business in delivering numerous projects/initiatives supporting people-related business strategies and priorities.
I designed and implemented a bi-annual Employee Engagement Survey in collaboration with the leadership team to understand and measure trends that provided quantifiable insights into the cultural business drivers that needed to be nurtured and/or replaced.
I conducted a series of workshops with key stakeholders to give a public voice to people with opinions and ideas on the modern culture required for future success.

Organisational Development Manager

Tupperware Brands Corporation

Australia & NZ

01.2000 - 12.2010

Developed and implemented training programs for employee skill enhancement.
Facilitated team-building workshops to improve collaboration among departments.
Conducted organizational assessments to identify areas for improvement.
Collaborated with leadership to design strategic workforce planning initiatives.
Evaluated employee performance through feedback and assessment tools.
Managed change initiatives to support organizational growth and transformation.
Created communication strategies to align staff with company objectives.
Established mentorship programs to promote professional development across teams.
Conducted training sessions to teach employees new skills related to organizational development initiatives.
Collaborated with senior management to identify opportunities for process improvement.
Recommended best practices for ensuring successful adoption of organization-wide initiatives.
Provided guidance and support during the transition period when introducing new processes or systems.
Led cross-functional teams in developing innovative solutions for complex organizational issues.
Negotiated contracts with external vendors providing services related to organizational development projects.
Designed and administered surveys to gauge employee satisfaction with organizational development policies.
Developed and implemented organizational development strategies to improve operational efficiency.
Facilitated team-building activities to foster collaboration among staff members.
Tracked project milestones and reported results regularly to stakeholders.

Regional Head of Operations: Asia Pacific

Impac Consulting

01.1994 - 12.2000

Directed regional strategy development and implementation for client projects.
Managed cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment with corporate objectives.
Cultivated relationships with key clients to enhance service delivery and satisfaction.
Evaluated project outcomes to identify areas for improvement and best practices.
Led training sessions to enhance team skills and knowledge across regional offices.
Performed regular reviews of operational performance metrics against established benchmarks.
Resolved customer complaints quickly and efficiently while maintaining positive relationships.
Ensured compliance with laws and regulations governing business operations in the region.
Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of industry developments to ensure competitive advantage.
Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders including customers, vendors, partners and competitors in the region.
Analyzed team performance on weekly basis through review of in-depth reports.
Identified and brought on board new employees who added value and talent to department.
Delivered speeches and attended industry conferences to promote company image and engage with buyers.
Oversaw regional budget, forecasting, and financial reporting activities.
Facilitated communication between regional offices and corporate headquarters.
Led a team of managers, providing coaching and development to achieve exemplary performance metrics.
Implemented strategic planning initiatives to enhance regional market penetration and profitability.

Education

Diploma Executive Coaching -

Australian Institute of Professional Coaches

Australia

06.2019

Professional Diploma in Human Resources -

Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI)

Australia

01.2014

Diploma of Project Management -

AIM

Australia

01.2008

Post Graduate School of Behavioural Science -

IMPAC, University of Florida

USA

01.1998

Skills

Organizational performance and effectiveness
Performance management and improvement
Leadership development and capability
Strategic planning and execution
Talent acquisition and retention
Employee engagement and satisfaction
Change management strategies
Human resources strategy and planning

Cross-functional collaboration
Effective communication skills
Coaching and mentoring techniques
Performance analysis and feedback delivery
Team collaboration and building
Stakeholder engagement strategies
Project management methodologies
Work ethics and professionalism

Affiliations

Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI)
Australian Institute of Management (AIM)
Association of Organisational Development Professionals

References

Available on request

Awards

2015, Chairman’s Award, Tupperware – in recognition of the design and implementation of a global best practice learning and development programs.

Professional Development

2017, Certificate of Master Accreditation, Harrison Assessments, Omni-View Consulting – Malaysia
2017, Regional Harrison Assessments Certification trainer
2014, Professional Diploma Human Resources (AHRI)
2013, Prince 2 Foundation Accreditation, Codarra Advanced Systems
2010, Transformational Leadership Program, Rollins College, USA
2003, Management Effectiveness Program - Facilitation Accreditation, Malaysia
2004, Lominger Recruiting Architect & Career Architect, DHR Group, Australia
1997, Facilitator Certificate of Accreditation, Leadership Management Australia
1997, Effective Personal Productivity, Leadership Management Australia
1996, Effective Personal Leadership, Leadership Management Australia

Timeline

People and Performance Specialist

Leader Capability

01.2018 - Current

Solutions Director

Harrison Assessments International

07.2017 - 11.2018

Area Human Resources Director: Asia Pacific

Tupperware Brands Corporation

01.2013 - 12.2017

Human Resources Manager – Australia & New Zealand

Tupperware Brands Corporation

01.2010 - 12.2013

Organisational Development Manager

Tupperware Brands Corporation

01.2000 - 12.2010

Regional Head of Operations: Asia Pacific

Impac Consulting

01.1994 - 12.2000

Diploma Executive Coaching -

Australian Institute of Professional Coaches

Professional Diploma in Human Resources -

Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI)

Diploma of Project Management -

AIM

Post Graduate School of Behavioural Science -

IMPAC, University of Florida

Brett Armstrong

Summary

Overview

Work History

People and Performance Specialist

Solutions Director

Area Human Resources Director: Asia Pacific

Human Resources Manager – Australia & New Zealand

Organisational Development Manager

Regional Head of Operations: Asia Pacific

Education

Diploma Executive Coaching -

Professional Diploma in Human Resources -

Diploma of Project Management -

Post Graduate School of Behavioural Science -

Skills

Affiliations

References

Awards

Professional Development

Timeline

People and Performance Specialist

Solutions Director

Area Human Resources Director: Asia Pacific

Human Resources Manager – Australia & New Zealand

Organisational Development Manager

Regional Head of Operations: Asia Pacific

Diploma Executive Coaching -

Professional Diploma in Human Resources -

Diploma of Project Management -

Post Graduate School of Behavioural Science -

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