
September 1, 2025
Brendan
Dow
An accomplished senior executive with extensive global experience leading both private and publicly listed technology companies
Victoria
Brand statement
Career Journey
Career Story
I'm an experienced CEO who is passionate about Leadership, Culture, Strategy and Technology. I enjoy supporting senior executives to align their Teams and their culture with their strategy, and to operationalise their ambitions into an implemented plan. This is my "superpower".
I have a keen interest in all things tech, and emerging tech in particular. I've turned start-ups into successful commercial enterprises, and I've run listed companies too. I build companies which can profitably scale and I understand how to work with Stakeholders along the way.
Career Highlight
Career Goal
I'm an experienced CEO who is passionate about Leadership, Culture, Strategy and Technology. I enjoy supporting senior executives to align their Teams and their culture with their strategy, and to operationalise their ambitions into an implemented plan. This is my "superpower".
I have a keen interest in all things tech, and emerging tech in particular. I've turned start-ups into successful commercial enterprises, and I've run listed companies too. I build companies which can profitably scale and I understand how to work with Stakeholders along the way.
Experience
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Contact Information
Phone
0409441520
Email
brendan.dow@bigpond.com
LinkedIn Profile
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendan-dow-2172315?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BlHE0Ze%2B3RlqBEb0HzyYtNw%3D%3D
Work Preference
Prefered Working Location
Melbourne, VIC
Work Preference
Onsite,Hybrid,Remote
Expertise & Skills
Primary Expertise
C-Suite
Secondary Expertise
Seniority Level
25 - 30 years
Key Skill
Impact
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