Lucy Henry
Petersham,Australia
Summary
Dynamic Program & Impact Manager with a proven track record at Plate It Forward Foundation, excelling in impact evaluation and stakeholder reporting. Expert in budget management and partnership development, securing $270k in funding. Adept communicator and problem-solver, driving program expansion and sustainability initiatives to achieve significant outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Program & Impact Manager
Plate It Forward Foundation
Sydney
12.2024 - Current
- Managed stakeholder reporting and impact evaluation, delivering monthly dashboards and Annual Reports.
- Oversaw three core programs by managing budgets, workflows, and governance processes to achieve milestones.
- Secured $270,000 in funding through grant writing and partnerships during first quarter for program expansion.
- Developed sustainability plan for 2025, targeting food waste reduction and ethical sourcing frameworks.
General Manager
Plate It Forward Foundation
Sydney
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Managed seven social enterprise venues, achieving 102% annual revenue growth.
- Optimized workflows and streamlined reporting to enhance operational efficiency.
- Implemented training initiatives for refugees and CALD women, raising leadership representation from 18% to 38% within six months.
Project & Category Manager
Marley Spoon
Sydney
11.2021 - 04.2024
- Drove launch of new business vertical, managing global teams in Germany and US to achieve $4M run rate and 5.3% revenue growth within 18 months.
- Oversaw category ownership for over 700 SKUs throughout product lifecycle, including sourcing and demand planning.
- Delivered strategic insights and operational updates to C-suite leaders, enhancing data-driven decision-making and business planning.
Operations & Sustainability Consultant
Good & Fugly
Sydney
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Expanded local supplier networks by sourcing directly from growers, enhancing farm-to-consumer connections.
- Developed category expansion plans and sustainability framework to establish food waste reduction targets.
- Integrated impact measurement processes to strengthen business foundations and ensure accountability.
Category Manager
Farmdrop
London
02.2017 - 09.2021
- Drove responsible sourcing across a complex supply chain focused on local, regenerative agriculture.
- Developed category plans that resulted in 223% revenue growth through responsible sourcing practices.
- Collaborated with C-suite on strategic sourcing and sustainability initiatives, including B-Corp certification.
- Led Packaging Review project to implement home-compostable packaging and minimize plastic usage.
Sustainability Consultant
Sustainable Restaurant Association
London
10.2016 - 10.2019
- Organized policy and advocacy panels with industry leaders, including WWF and Fairtrade Foundation, to promote sector sustainability.
- Developed comprehensive sustainability plans for global brands, benchmarking against UN Sustainable Development Goals.
- Facilitated roundtable discussions with key stakeholders to address sustainability challenges.
- Collaborated with Rainforest Alliance to enhance sustainable practices within the industry.
Head of Procurement
Ottolenghi Group
London
08.2013 - 09.2016
- Implemented sustainable sourcing framework for group purchasing across five restaurants, central kitchen, and online retail.
- Achieved 9% reduction in cost of goods through direct purchasing and effective negotiation with suppliers.
- Established ethical supplier relationships to maintain product quality and integrity.
- Leveraged group opportunities to enhance purchasing power and minimize expenses.
Administrative Coordinator & Executive Assistant
Ottolenghi Group
London
03.2010 - 07.2013
- Managed CEO Yotam Ottolenghi's schedule, coordinating international book tours and events for seamless execution.
- Delivered executive-level administrative support, addressing needs swiftly to enhance daily operations.
Education
Master of Arts - International Development & Rights
Goldsmiths, University of London
UK01.2012
Bachelor of Arts & Bachelor of Advanced Studies - Anthropology & Studies in Religion
University of Sydney
Australia01.2005
Skills
- Data analysis and impact evaluation
- Stakeholder reporting
- Budget management
- Partnership development
- Project coordination
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving
Professional Development And Projects
- Snow Foundation Leadership Program, Canberra, Sydney, Australia, 2024, Completed a 6-month program for senior leaders in the for-purpose sector, focusing on values-driven strategy and social change.
- OzHarvest, Sydney, Australia, 2023-2024, Volunteered in policy development and research on food security.
- Chefs in Schools, London, UK, 2020-2022, Supported co-founders (Henry Dimbleby, Nicole Pisani) in shaping the mission and values, strengthening connections between local farms and school food programs.
- Raymond Blanc - chef/author, London, UK, 2019, Advisory role on agricultural sustainability for Raymond Blanc's book on British heritage and seasonal produce.
- Yotam Ottolenghi - chef/author, London, UK, 2014, Research assistant for SOAS University guest lecture series; also published in Gastronomica Journal ('Jerusalem on a Plate: Identity, Tradition & Ownership').
- Coffee Kids, London, UK, 2011-2012, Supported research into microfinance initiatives to alleviate poverty for Central American coffee producers.
Timeline
Program & Impact Manager
Plate It Forward Foundation
12.2024 - Current
General Manager
Plate It Forward Foundation
04.2024 - 11.2024
Project & Category Manager
Marley Spoon
11.2021 - 04.2024
Operations & Sustainability Consultant
Good & Fugly
07.2021 - 11.2021
Category Manager
Farmdrop
02.2017 - 09.2021
Sustainability Consultant
Sustainable Restaurant Association
10.2016 - 10.2019
Head of Procurement
Ottolenghi Group
08.2013 - 09.2016
Administrative Coordinator & Executive Assistant
Ottolenghi Group
03.2010 - 07.2013
Master of Arts - International Development & Rights
Goldsmiths, University of London
Bachelor of Arts & Bachelor of Advanced Studies - Anthropology & Studies in Religion
University of Sydney
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