Seasoned executive with a proven track record at BEC Australia, adept in strategic planning and public speaking. Spearheaded initiatives driving company growth, enhanced brand reputation, and secured pivotal partnerships. Skilled in mentoring, with a flair for fostering team development and executing successful business strategies. Demonstrates exceptional leadership and negotiation abilities, achieving significant milestones in business development and corporate governance.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director
Erihun Pty Ltd
04.2010 - Current
Erihun Pty Ltd is an investment company whose major investments are in property and shares.
Managed risk effectively by instituting comprehensive mitigation strategies across the organization''s operations.
Implemented robust financial controls and reporting systems, ensuring accurate forecasting and budget management.
Delivered consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding service offerings.
Managed investments and investment strategy
Senior Business Development Executive
Box Hill Institute
06.2014 - 04.2022
Developed strategic partnerships for long-term business growth and mutual success through effective negotiation and collaboration.
Mentored junior team members to improve their skills in sales, negotiation, and relationship building for overall team success.
Completed and submitted monthly and yearly reports to support executive decision making.
Performed client research and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion.
Secured high-level contracts with major clients through persuasive presentations, tender responses and diligent follow-up efforts.
Senior Business Advisor and Mentor
Box Hill Institute
03.2000 - 06.2014
Managed budgets effectively, ensuring the allocation of resources towards strategic goals while minimizing waste expenditures.
Conducted thorough market research and analysis to identify new business opportunities and industry trends.
Increased client satisfaction with personalized one-on-one consultations and tailored solutions.
Utilized data-driven approaches to identify new growth opportunities, leading to the successful launch of several new business ventures.
Secured strategic partnerships, resulting in increased revenue streams and enhanced brand recognition.
Public speaking engagements on various business issues
Director
Council of Small Business Organisations Australia
09.2006 - 12.2010
The Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) is the peak body of small business industry associations. I was the Finance Director for 1 year and Deputy Chair for 2 years.
Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and market reach.
Lobbied governments at all levels on behalf of small business
Achieved increases in government assistance and funding for small business initiatives
Achieved reduction in red tape for small business owners
Chaired the organising committee of 2 National Small Business Forums
Delivered numerous public speeches
CEO
BEC Australia
08.2005 - 11.2010
Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
Enhanced brand reputation with effective marketing campaigns and public relations efforts.
Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
Lobbied and negotiated governments at all levels on behalf of business
Public speaking engagements throughout Australia and overseas
Business Advisor, Trainer and Mentor
Kangan Institute
07.1992 - 03.2000
Increased client satisfaction by providing tailored business advice and strategies for growth.
Recommended initiatives to improve performance and maximize return on sales incentives.
Assisted in marketing campaign design and performance measurement.
Reduced costs by identifying inefficiencies in client businesses and proposing targeted solutions.
Liaised and collaborated with client teams to identify potential risks and pain points in deliverables and services.
Identified new market opportunities for clients, fostering business expansion and increasing revenue potential.
Assisted clients establish new businesses
Delivered talks to local business people
Education
Certificate IV in Business Facilitation - Business Counselling
Victorian Institute of Technology
Melbourne, VIC
07-1998
MBA - Business Administration And Management
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC
03-1997
Graduate Diploma of Education - Education
Melbourne University
Parkville, VIC
03-1995
Bachelor of Business - Accounting And Organisational Behaviour
Monash University
Churchill, VIC
03-1990
Skills
Public Speaking
Team development
Project management
Mentoring and training
Partnership development
Negotiation
Strategic planning
Business development
Corporate governance
Public relations
Decision-making
Business leadership
Accomplishments
Successfully Lobbied State and Federal Governments to move from a State Based Business Name Registration system to a Federally Based system.
Successfully lobbied the Australian Government to introduce and fund the Australian Small Business Advisory Services (ASBAS) program with initial funding of $42M
Chaired the organising committee of 2 successful National Small Business Summits attended by Prime Ministers, Ministers, Opposition Leaders, Shadow Ministers, and Senior Bureaucrats as well as small business owners, industry associations and sponsors.
Presented sessions at National Small Business Forums, business.gov.au forums, various business conferences both in Australia and overseas, and various other business forums.
Interests
Scouts - I've been a Scout Leader for over 15 years
Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
Documenting and sharing travel experiences
Camping and hiking
Geelong Football Club
Advocacy Campaigns
I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
Timeline
Senior Business Development Executive
Box Hill Institute
06.2014 - 04.2022
Managing Director
Erihun Pty Ltd
04.2010 - Current
Director
Council of Small Business Organisations Australia
09.2006 - 12.2010
CEO
BEC Australia
08.2005 - 11.2010
Senior Business Advisor and Mentor
Box Hill Institute
03.2000 - 06.2014
Business Advisor, Trainer and Mentor
Kangan Institute
07.1992 - 03.2000
Certificate IV in Business Facilitation - Business Counselling
Victorian Institute of Technology
MBA - Business Administration And Management
RMIT University
Graduate Diploma of Education - Education
Melbourne University
Bachelor of Business - Accounting And Organisational Behaviour
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