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Terry O'Donnell

30 Main St, Jung,VIC

Summary

Creative Business Owner with exceptional background spent in Horticultural Industry. Proven leader with engaging demeanour and success working in most demanding environments. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing personnel and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals and training and mentoring successful teams.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Small Business Owner

Patchwork Jungle
01.1998 - Current
    • Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
    • Enhanced company reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service quality to customers.
    • Created financial plans and budgets to optimize resources, track expenses, and ensure profitability.
    • Evaluated sales reports and financial statements to manage cash flow and develop techniques to improve business.
    • Designed business plan to define concept, short-term and long-term goals and strategies.
    • Maintained compliance with industry regulations through regular audits and updates of policies or procedures as needed.
    • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
    • Secured funding for business expansion projects through persuasive State and Federal grant proposals.
    • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.

Residential Services Worker

Skillinvest Pty Ltd
02.2023 - Current
  • Built trust with residents by establishing rapport, demonstrating empathy, and actively listening to their needs.
  • Provided personalized care to residents with varying needs, promoting independence and enhancing their quality of life.
  • Conducted regular safety checks on residential facilities to identify hazards and maintain a secure environment.
  • Enhanced community living experience for residents through the implementation of engaging social programs and events.

Office Manager

Insightrix Research Pty Ltd
02.2010 - 11.2014

Started first year as a research caller for farming surveys and in-depth interviews, then became office and staffing manager for call centre.

  • Implemented ISO accreditation for the company, including application of legislative and audit requirements.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members, assisting with daily tasks as needed to promote productivity across the organization.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information, upholding the highest level of professionalism at all times.
  • Assisted with the hiring process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote company culture.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects by monitoring progress and facilitating collaboration among team members.
  • Managed scheduling for multiple employees, ensuring optimal coverage during peak business hours.
  • Developed training materials for new hires, streamlining the onboarding process and promoting consistent practices throughout the office.
  • Managed 20-employee call centre, supervising workers and enhancing productivity and efficiency.
  • Evaluated employee records and productivity and submitted evaluation reports.
  • Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
  • Conducted ongoing reviews of program financial systems to assess cost control measures.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) - Finance & Business

Federation University
Online

Certificate IV - Horticulture

Longerenong College
Longerenong
11.2000

Skills

  • Driven and Determined
  • Business Management
  • Relationship Building
  • Team Collaboration and Leadership
  • Strategic Decision-Making
  • Professional Networking
  • Organizational Skills
  • Excellent multi-tasking ability
  • Human Resources Management
  • Decision-Making

Affiliations

Murtoa and District Advertiser

Past editor of community newspaper.

Current contributor to community newspaper - Gardening column.


Community Matters Horsham

Co-Chair of community organization.

Past President of Ratepayers Horsham (Prior conversion to CMH)


Jung Recreation Reserve Committee of Management

Committee member for Crown Land management,

Committee member of Jung Market for over 20 years.


Agricultural Societies (Past)

Secretary for Murtoa Agricultural & Pastoral Society Inc.

President Wimmera Agricultural Societies Association Inc.

Member of Victorian Agricultural Societies Inc.


Scout Association of Australia (Past)

Leader of youth for 25 years.

District Commissioner for Cub Scouts.


Horsham Urban Landcare (Past)

Founding member

Treasurer.


Business Reference

Referee

Avril Hogan

0439 630 661

Timeline

Residential Services Worker

Skillinvest Pty Ltd
02.2023 - Current

Office Manager

Insightrix Research Pty Ltd
02.2010 - 11.2014

Small Business Owner

Patchwork Jungle
01.1998 - Current

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) - Finance & Business

Federation University

Certificate IV - Horticulture

Longerenong College
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