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fitness, listening to music
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Irene McGrath

Pasadena,SA

Summary

Accomplished Director at Make A Difference Foundation, adept in team collaboration and leadership, significantly raised funds through strategic campaigns, enhanced brand awareness, and fostered inter-departmental cooperation. Demonstrated attention to detail and relationship building.

I am an expert in mindfulness practices and have built my wellness business, guiding and helping individuals in ways needed to better themselves and their lives positively, constructively, and safely. Understanding the sensitivities and empathy needed in certain situations.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Bookkeeper

Kensie Hair
03.2019 - Current
  • Tracked business expenses and income while organising and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
  • Implemented a more efficient filing system for financial documents, improving accessibility and organisation.
  • Improved internal communication processes for better team collaboration and efficiency.

Director

Make A Difference Foundation
01.2019 - Current
  • Enhanced overall brand awareness by creating meaningful stories about the cause, shared across various media platforms.
  • Managed successful fundraising events for increased revenue generation and donor appreciation.
  • Raised significant funds by developing and implementing strategic fundraising plans and campaigns.
  • Worked with senior management to define project scope and direction, creating inter-departmental frameworks to drive successful project execution.
  • Cultivated cooperation through regular meetings designed to foster inter-team camaraderie.

Owner of a Wellbeing Practice

Free Your Spirit
01.2018 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Empathetic and active listener
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Mentored clients on best personal practices leading to increased performance levels.
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing exceptional service.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Observed and worked with individuals strengths and initiated mentoring programs and sessions to improve areas of weakness.

Assistant Contracts Administrator

Samaras Structural Engineers
02.2012 - Current
  • Assisted in preparing proposals and bids, contributing to successfully awarding new contracts.
  • Trained junior staff members on best practices in contract administration, promoting a knowledgeable workforce.
  • Stored and filed contract documents in orderly, organized systems.
  • Created reports, presentations and other materials for executive staff.
  • Managed submissions of monthly progress claims to clients
  • Oversaw incoming payments and addressed late payments

Education

No Degree -

Mercedes College SA
Adelaide, SA

Skills

  • Life Balance Strategies
  • Workplace Wellness
  • Mental Health Support
  • Mindfulness Practices
  • Team Collaboration and Leadership
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer Service
  • Self-care strategies
  • Driven and Determined
  • Relationship Building

Accomplishments

I've currently received a publishing contract with Austin Macauley Publishers in London for a children's book I'm publishing.


In the last seven years, I've successfully built my holistic wellness business from an idea and grown it to offer many different services.

fitness, listening to music

Im always finding ways to stay fit, adjusting to life and age, which includes pilates, bike riding and strength. Love a good hike aswell. Music for me is inspiring, motivating and yet calming, depending on what i need.

Timeline

Bookkeeper

Kensie Hair
03.2019 - Current

Director

Make A Difference Foundation
01.2019 - Current

Owner of a Wellbeing Practice

Free Your Spirit
01.2018 - Current

Assistant Contracts Administrator

Samaras Structural Engineers
02.2012 - Current

No Degree -

Mercedes College SA

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