Claudia Anna Haenel
Horsham,Australia
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven local government leader with over two decades of experience in media, business ownership, and governance consultancy. Proven expertise in delivering high-level strategies, fostering stakeholder engagement, and driving sustainable public policies aligned with community betterment. Recognized for advancing equity, inclusion, and integrity in governance through innovative and impactful initiatives. Recipient of the Griffith University MBA Eka Suputra IML Scholarship 2024 and a dedicated advocate for the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Consultant
AlphaSights Global
11.2024 - Current
- Provide strategic consultancy to enhance government operations and economic innovation
Intern
Institute Managers and Leaders Australia & New Zealand
07.2024 - 11.2024
Local Government Working Group Member
Victorian Local Governance Association
01.2023 - 01.2024
Professional Development Reference Committee Member
Municipal Association of Victoria
01.2023 - 01.2024
Convenor of Policy Working Group
Women’s Electoral Lobby Australia
01.2023 - 01.2024
Local Government Councillor
Horsham Rural City Council
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Championed ethical governance and transparent decision-making processes
- Advocated for inclusive community representation aligned with UN SDGs
- Delivered strategic planning initiatives to enhance community outcomes
Councillor Committees Member
Western Highway Action Committee & Rail Freight Alliance
01.2021 - 01.2023
Business Owner
Health, Art Gallery, and Event Business
01.2000 - 01.2021
- Directed operations to ensure inclusive client experiences and successful event management
- Secured funding through grant applications to support community projects
Relationship Manager
Business Horsham
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Strengthened community relationships to drive prosperity through effective event management
Advertising & Sales Manager
Birmingham Post & Mail, Ace Radio, Rural Press
01.1987 - 01.2003
- Exceeded sales targets while managing staff to deliver exceptional customer service
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Griffith University
06-2025
Certificate IV in Small Business Management -
Brace Adelaide
01.2015
Bachelor of Fine Art & Visual Culture -
Curtin University
01-2015
Advanced Certificate in Resource Management -
Wimmera TAFE
01.1993
Skills
- Strategic planning and leadership development
- Stakeholder engagement and communications strategy
- Governance and legislative compliance
- Sustainable public policy formulation
- Performance analysis and reporting
- Project management and team collaboration
- Public speaking, advocacy, and lobbying
- Social media, policy writing, and speech crafting
- Creative problem-solving under pressure
- Strategic planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Community engagement
- Fundraising
- Ethics and integrity
- Public relations
- Risk management
- Creative and resourceful
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Policy development
- Government relations
- Effective communication
Awards
- Griffith University MBA Eka Suputra IML Scholarship Recipient (2024)
- Global Citizenship & Leadership for Good Program Participant – Common Purpose & Griffith University MBA (2024)
Timeline
Senior Consultant
AlphaSights Global
11.2024 - Current
Intern
Institute Managers and Leaders Australia & New Zealand
07.2024 - 11.2024
Local Government Working Group Member
Victorian Local Governance Association
01.2023 - 01.2024
Professional Development Reference Committee Member
Municipal Association of Victoria
01.2023 - 01.2024
Convenor of Policy Working Group
Women’s Electoral Lobby Australia
01.2023 - 01.2024
Councillor Committees Member
Western Highway Action Committee & Rail Freight Alliance
01.2021 - 01.2023
Local Government Councillor
Horsham Rural City Council
01.2020 - 01.2024
Relationship Manager
Business Horsham
01.2019 - 01.2020
Business Owner
Health, Art Gallery, and Event Business
01.2000 - 01.2021
Advertising & Sales Manager
Birmingham Post & Mail, Ace Radio, Rural Press
01.1987 - 01.2003
Certificate IV in Small Business Management -
Brace Adelaide
Advanced Certificate in Resource Management -
Wimmera TAFE
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Griffith University
Bachelor of Fine Art & Visual Culture -
Curtin University
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