Chris Petrakis
Hawthorn East,Australia
Summary
With a solid background in spearheading successful digital transformation initiatives across diverse departments such as Commercial, Laboratory, Finance, and IT (Software Engineering), and having led transformation efforts across Australia and within our parent company in the United States and Canada.
Throughout my career, I have collaborated closely with executive leadership to develop comprehensive transformation roadmaps tailored to the unique needs of each department. By conducting meticulous assessments of existing legacy systems within Commercial, Laboratory, Finance, and IT, I have consistently identified opportunities for modernisation and migration to innovative technologies, resulting in significant enhancements in efficiency and performance.
My extensive experience in software development, coupled with a strategic mindset, has enabled me to research and select suitable technologies for modernisation across various business functions, ensuring scalability, interoperability, and cost-effectiveness. I excel in developing and implementing change management strategies to facilitate smooth transitions and foster adoption of new technologies, thereby minimising disruptions and driving sustainable change.
Having navigated digital transformation initiatives across Australia and within our parent company in the United States and Canada, I possess a deep understanding of regional nuances and global perspectives, allowing me to effectively tailor transformation strategies to meet diverse organisational requirements.
One of my key strengths lies in my exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, which have enabled me to build strong relationships across departments and geographic regions, garnering support and collaboration for transformation initiatives at all levels. I am proficient in establishing clear metrics to track progress and regularly communicate results to executive teams, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the transformation journey.
I hold a Master’s Degree in Technology and bring 20+ years of experience in digital transformation leadership roles to the table.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Technology
Cell Care Australia
08.2010 - Current
- I have held the position of Head of Technology at Cell Care Australia since August 2010
- In this role, I've played a pivotal part in shaping and executing the organisation's technology vision in close collaboration with the Executive team, aligning it with the broader business growth strategy
- Being responsible for managing the integration of additional businesses to our Group both globally and locally I have driven collaboration with our US and Canadian businesses focusing on improving efficiencies within the business and streamlining processes by introducing automation and seamless integration
- A unique, hands on role which encompasses all aspects of I.T including Executive Management, Solution Architecture, Software Development, Database Design and Administration, Network Administration, Server Administration, Software Implementation & Integration and Project Management
- I have approximately 22 years experience in various I.T
- Business sectors including biotech, medical, scientific, finance, superannuation, hr/payroll and retail.
Senior Software Developer
Shine Technologies
08.2007 - 08.2010
- Shine Technologies is a boutique IT consultancy that brings together deep technology skills, industry experience and a focus on delivering business benefit
- Tasks included: Analysis, Design, Documentation & Implementation Develop front end user screens Develop back end services Develop reports (incl Jasper & BIRT)
- Develop test plans including Regression and System tests
- Perform all aspects of testing, i.e
- JUnit, Regression and System tests
- Automate build process Develop & optimise complex queries, stored procedures & functions
- Design database tables Develop database scripts to allow DBA’s to implement the latest release.
Education
Master of Technology (with Distinction) - Internet and Web Computing
RMIT University
Melbourne, Australia01.2006
Graduate Diploma (with Distinction) - Internet and Web Computing
RMIT University
Melbourne, Australia01.2005
Diploma of Information Technology (with Distinction) - Software Development
Swinburne University
Melbourne, Australia01.1999
Skills
- Provide strategic direction for the business to ensure long term stability
- Identification and development of new product/solution business concepts specific to the Business Unit including:
- Provide leadership, management and development for a team of Information Technology staff
- Strong vendor management for both product systems as well as managing third party vendors through delivery
Capability Statement
I have held the position of Head of Technology at Cell Care Australia since August 2010.
In this role, I've played a pivotal part in shaping and executing the organisation's technology vision in close collaboration with the Executive team, aligning it with the broader business growth strategy.
Being responsible for managing the integration of additional businesses to our Group both globally and locally I have driven collaboration with our US and Canadian businesses focusing on improving efficiencies within the business and streamlining processes by introducing automation and seamless integration.
A unique, hands on role which encompasses all aspects of I.T including Executive Management, Solution Architecture, Software Development, Database Design and Administration, Network Administration, Server Administration, Software Implementation & Integration and Project Management.
I have approximately 22 years experience in various I.T. business sectors including biotech, medical, scientific, finance, superannuation, hr/payroll and retail.
References
Provided on request
Timeline
Head of Technology
Cell Care Australia
08.2010 - Current
Senior Software Developer
Shine Technologies
08.2007 - 08.2010
Master of Technology (with Distinction) - Internet and Web Computing
RMIT University
Graduate Diploma (with Distinction) - Internet and Web Computing
RMIT University
Diploma of Information Technology (with Distinction) - Software Development
Swinburne University
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