Dynamic leader with a proven track record of driving substantial growth at Globe International Pty Ltd, elevating revenue from AUD $20 million to $124 million. Specializes in strategic planning and brand management, with a strong aptitude for cultivating organizational leadership and fostering high-performing teams. Successfully launched and scaled the FXD and Impala brands, demonstrating exceptional financial management skills and a commitment to operational excellence. Recognized for aligning business objectives with innovative strategies that enhance market presence and profitability. Managed expectations of public company leadership by aligning corporate performance needs with long-term brand equity, facilitating stakeholder buy-in for sustainable growth strategies.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
President - APAC
Globe International Pty Ltd. (Australian Stock Exchange - GLB)
Port Melbourne, VIC
02.2010 - Current
Responsible for performance of APAC Division of Globe International (ASX: GLB).
Oversaw full P&L responsibility, reporting directly to CEO and Board of Directors in Los Angeles.
Drove revenue and profit growth through strategic initiatives and market analysis.
- FY11 AUD $20mill & EBIT 2%. to:
- FY22 AUD $124mill & EBIT 14%.
Created FXD workwear brand in FY12.
- FY26 Forecast globally AUD $80mill.
Created Impala Skate brand in FY13.
- F24 Actual globally AUD $31mill.
Built eComm division starting from FY13
- FY26 Forecast AUD $9mill.
Restructured the APAC division to better support growth, improve margins and control costs.
Sourced and successfully tendered for a number of new brands including, Obey, Its Now Cool, Salty Crew, and more.
Led strategic planning initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and drive business growth.
Sales Director - Brand Collective
Pacific Brands (Australian Stock Exchange - PBG)
Port Melbourne, VIC
03.2007 - 01.2010
Led a sales team of 12 employees, 16 sales agents, across 11 brands, in a highly competitive environment and through a period of internal and market change.
Enhanced customer satisfaction with a focus on fostering long-term relationships, consistently addressing retailer needs, and providing exceptional service.
Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the sales department with a focus on performance management, an improved use of BI tools, revamped schedule of sales reporting, mentoring and goal setting.
Managed relationships with key retail partners, attending sales conferences and networking events to further brand and company sales objectives.
Developed and executed sales strategies to drive market growth and revenue enhancement.
Led cross-functional teams to optimize product placement and merchandising initiatives.
Brand Manager - Mossimo, Paul Frank, and Ecko
Globe International Pty Ltd (Australian Stock Exchange - GLB)
Port Melbourne, VIC
02.2002 - 02.2007
Full P&L responsibility for Mossimo, Paul Frank and Ecko Brands.
Responsible for Design, Sales, Marketing and direct to retail functions.
Presented regular updates to senior leadership, demonstrating progress towards key objectives.
Oversaw Opening of 11 Mossimo branded retail stores.
Launched Mossimo Underwear program in FY03.
Growing Underwear category to FY08 AUD $6mill.
Developed and executed brand strategies to enhance market visibility and consumer engagement.
Led cross-functional teams to drive product launches and marketing campaigns effectively.
Victorian Sales Agency Owner
Ultra Sports Agency
Collingwood, VIC
01.1999 - 01.2002
Owner of Ultra Sports Agencies - representing Fashion, Sports and Skate brands.
Wholesale sales agency selling to retailers throughout Victoria and Tasmania.
Grew sales from FY2000 AUD $1.6mill to FY22 AUD $3.4mill.
Representing brands such as:
Wilson Tennis & Golf,
Bauer Inline Skates,
Wolf Athletic apparel,
Rookie Skateboards.
Selling to retailers such as: Rebel Sports, Myer, Sportsmart, Sportsco, Sportspower, Fast times, Youthworks, and over 40 independent retailer stores.
Sold Agency in 2002, it is still operating today.
Product Manager
Bentley Sports
Clayton, VIC
01.1995 - 12.1998
Responsible for product selection, pricing, demand planning, production ordering and sales for K2 Inline Skates.
K2 Inline Skates were initially imported into Australia FY94 and grew to AUD $4mill in FY96.
Bentley Sports is a small business primarily involved with the distribution of Winter Sports products such as Skis, Snowboards, Ski Boots and related products.
They recruited me to run the InLine Skate business category.
Marketing Assistant
Adidas Australia
Mulgrave, VIC
03.1993 - 12.1994
Responsible for execution of Marketing plans for Footwear Category.
Liaise with Marketing Agency in producing seasonal catalogues, in-store POP and specific retailers requests.
Maintained Salesman Samples.
Input new data in Excel (was early user) updated and cross-checked information to keep marketing and customer database up-to-date.
Updated spreadsheets with statistical, financial and non-financial information.
Prepared Major Account presentations.
First port of call for 12 National Sales Agents and Representatives requiring Marketing and Sales Tools and information.
Education
BBA - Bachelor of Business - Sports Management
Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC
1992
Executive MBA - Accelerated Course - Business Administration And Management
Melbourne Business School - Univ. of Melb.
Mount Eliza
11.2009
High School Diploma -
Caulfield Grammar School
Wheelers Hill, VIC
1989
Skills
Skilled in balancing listed stakeholder priorities with long-term company strategy
Leading profitable operations in fast-paced consumer goods
Leadership and Team Building
Drove significant expansion while scaling infrastructure
Organizational Leadership
Entrepreneurship Management
Financial Management
Transformed backend operations for rapid scalability
Driving multi-brand growth across complex channel ecosystem