Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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JACOB SHEPHARD

Tarcutta,Australia

Summary

Business Development & Sales Consultant – Travel Industry. A resilient ex-serviceman of the Australian Army, Travel Consultant, and founder of WolfPack Industries, with extensive experience in client relationship management and consultative sales. Skilled at adapting to dynamic environments, understanding client needs, and providing tailored solutions across digital, phone, and in-person channels. Highly self-motivated, organized, and ready to thrive in remote-first roles that value initiative, communication, and problem-solving.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Employment Consultant

Sureway
2025 - Current
  • Streamlined processes for tracking client progress and outcomes using CRM software.
  • Mentored clients through application processes, resulting in improved success rates.
  • Collaborated with local businesses to identify job openings and placement opportunities.
  • Conducted in-depth assessments to evaluate client skills and career goals.
  • Developed tailored employment strategies for diverse client needs.

Founder & Business Development Manager

WolfPack Industries
01.2023 - 2025
  • Secured and managed government and private contracts for property and facility maintenance across the Riverina region.
  • Coordinated sales operations to enhance workflow and communication between sales teams and clients.
  • Delivered contracted services for Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) properties, maintaining high compliance standards and client satisfaction.
  • Coordinated scheduling, logistics, and workforce management to complete jobs efficiently and on time.
  • Oversaw the cleaning and upkeep of remote transmitter stations, ensuring operational reliability under strict access and safety requirements.
  • Built and sustained strong working relationships with contractors, government representatives, and local stakeholders.
  • Developed strategic business plans to drive growth and market expansion.
  • Established operational frameworks to enhance efficiency and streamline processes.
  • Managed customer inquiries, providing timely support to improve client satisfaction and retention.

Travel Consultant

FLIGHT CENTRE
2013 - 2020
  • Awarded Top Consultant for sales performance, quickly establishing a reputation for exceeding revenue and customer satisfaction targets.
  • Managed a high daily volume of enquiries across walk-ins, phone, email, and web platforms, consistently converting leads into loyal, repeat clients.
  • Built strong empathetic client relationships by tailoring travel solutions and delivering exceptional service in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
  • Gained proficiency in multiple booking and CRM systems, ensuring accurate, efficient, and customer-focused service delivery.
  • Managed client bookings using industry-specific software for streamlined processing.
  • Sourced and negotiated unique travel products and services to meet individual client needs, demonstrating consultative sales expertise.
  • Balanced the needs of multiple clients simultaneously while driving long-term retention, upselling, and cross-selling opportunities.
  • Developed customized travel itineraries based on client preferences and budgets.
  • Researched and analyzed global travel trends to provide informed recommendation to convert leads to sales.

Section Commander

2ND CAVALRY REGIMENT ROYAL AUSTRALIAN ARMY
01.2008 - 01.2013
  • Mentored junior personnel, fostering professional growth and enhancing team capabilities.
  • Managed logistical support for missions, optimizing resource allocation to meet dynamic requirements.
  • Led operational planning and execution for field exercises, ensuring mission readiness and effectiveness.
  • Operated advanced surveillance equipment to monitor and assess battlefield conditions.
  • Organization and completion of high-risk operations by day and by night
  • Coordinated logistics and resource allocation for training missions, enhancing unit efficiency and support capabilities.
  • Navigation and key map reading skills. Analyzed terrain features and environmental factors to enhance operational effectiveness.

Stonemason

Shephard and Sons Stonemasonry
01.2005 - 01.2008
  • Collaborated with design teams to ensure alignment with project specifications.
  • Oversaw quality control processes to maintain high craftsmanship standards.
  • Implemented best practices for stone installation on various architectural projects.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality craftsmanship on every project, regardless of size or complexity.
  • Operated cutting tools and machinery for precise stone shaping and finishing.

Education

High School Diploma -

Coolamon Central School
NSW
01-2005

Skills

  • Travel industry experience
  • Marketing
  • Advanced communication
  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Strong sales skills
  • Cross-selling strategies
  • Itinerary planning expertise
  • Customer service
  • Territory sales experience
  • Sales commission management

Accomplishments

Sales & Achievements

  • Exceeded sales targets consistently at Flight Centre, earning multiple performance awards and recognition trips for top consultant performance.
  • Founded and grew WolfPack Industries, securing multiple government service contracts and achieving ambitious revenue and client acquisition goals.
  • Developed and maintained long-term client relationships, converting one-time interactions into repeat business and referrals.
  • Demonstrated consultative sales skills by tailoring solutions to client needs, resulting in high client satisfaction and retention.
  • Skilled in multi-channel sales: digital platforms, phone, in-person, and web-based enquiries.
  • Proficient in CRM and booking systems, using data to track sales performance, forecast growth, and identify new opportunities.
  • Balanced competing client needs in fast-paced environments, closing deals under pressure while maintaining exceptional service standards.
  • Successfully sourced niche products and services to meet specific client requirements, driving incremental revenue.
  • Successfully sailed the Pacific Ocean navigating harsh and erratic conditions proving my ability to adapt and overcome intense and stressful situations

Certification

  • Certificate III in Travel and Tourism
  • Certificate III in Horticulture
  • White card
  • Combat First Aid
  • Multiple Military Qualifications
  • Drivers License 15 years no disqualifications

Timeline

Founder & Business Development Manager

WolfPack Industries
01.2023 - 2025

Section Commander

2ND CAVALRY REGIMENT ROYAL AUSTRALIAN ARMY
01.2008 - 01.2013

Stonemason

Shephard and Sons Stonemasonry
01.2005 - 01.2008

Employment Consultant

Sureway
2025 - Current

Travel Consultant

FLIGHT CENTRE
2013 - 2020

High School Diploma -

Coolamon Central School
JACOB SHEPHARD