About
My experience and competences have been developed in large, medium and small businesses including private, public and private equity ownership. I have over 35 years leadership and management experience across the retail industry working with great global retail brands like Nike, Samsung and Mattel as well as Australian brand Myer . I have a passion trying to deliver the Ultimate Customer Experience that has been built of a strong foundation of working in the retail industry for a significant part of my retail career. This passion is also fueled with a strong interest in Marketing and Technology and having a curious mind and desire to keep learning and improving. I am on a range of advisory boards within the retail industry including ARA Tech and Innovation as well as technology companies like Brauz and Prosper Digital.
My character is defined by a strong set of values which is supported by a compelling desire and commitment to achieve what you can't
My key strengths include strategic planning and execution, leadership and business acumen.
Summary of key competencies;
Leadership
• Exceptional leadership skills particularly in developing competency and inspiring others.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective negotiation and influencing skills.
Building Relationships
• Proactive approach in developing, maintaining and nurturing collaborative internal and external relationships.
• An ability to effectively engage internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
Strategic Planning
• Ability to think strategically and plan long term as well as execute effectively at an operational level.
• Excellent skills and knowledge in developing strategy.
Commercial Acumen
• Strong business and commercial acumen including all aspects of financial performance.
Personal Attributes
• Integrity in my behaviours and actions is what I value the most.
• Calm under pressure maintaining clear thinking.
• Innovative in my thinking, I don’t fear making mistakes
Management
• Effective general management skills with a comprehensive understanding of all functions including Corporate governance.
• An ability to balance important and urgent issues and manage risk.
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We're proud to announce the reopening of our Square One location in Mississauga, Ontario. Our store has undergone a significant expansion, growing…
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We are pleased to introduce the renovation of our Den Haag store in the Mall of Netherlands. This 1600SCM space now offers a comprehensive range of…
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At Retailors, we celebrate diversity and inclusivity every day. This Pride Month, we're thrilled to unveil our new Pride badge, which will be shared…
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Experience
Education
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The following is a brief summary of the key areas of my professional development;
• Strategic planning and business planning.
• Developing high performance teams.
• Design principles and brand strategy.
• Customer segmentation, direct marketing.
• Leadership, change management.
• Business acumen, all financial metrics.
• Project management, risk management.
• Values and behaviours.
• Improving performance and capability.
• Mentor to Myer Graduate Program.
Languages
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English
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