Professional Summary
With 25+ years leading digital innovation and transformation across global markets, I specialise in helping scale-ups and established businesses operationalise Data & AI commercially, build sustainable growth strategies, and navigate complex stakeholder ecosystems. My expertise spans from pre-revenue startups to Fortune 100 enterprises, with a proven track record of achieving 3x+ revenue growth and successful strategic exits across UK, North America and APAC markets.
Key Skills & Mentoring Focus
I'm a competitive sailor who has completed the challenging Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race three times (2012, 2016, 2019) - a passion that has taught me invaluable lessons about teamwork, risk management, and performing under pressure that I apply to business leadership.
- Fractional Executive Leadership - Transitioning to and succeeding in fractional C-Suite roles
- Program Management & Delivery - Managing complex multi-stakeholder initiatives across global markets
- Data & AI Commercialisation - Operationalising technology solutions for business growth
- Go-to-Market Strategy - Building scalable business models and pricing frameworks
- Stakeholder Ecosystem Management - Navigating government, research, and industry partnerships
- Revenue Growth & Financial Performance - Scaling from startup to sustainable profitability
- Cross-Sectoral Business Development - Agriculture, Financial Services, Technology sectors
- Team Building & Leadership - Creating high-performance cultures across global operations
- Strategic Partnerships - Building trusted collaborative frameworks for growth
Relevant Experience & Achievements
- Leading Enterprise AI Transformation at KnowMio - Currently driving commercial strategy for Operational AI Intelligence platform, helping enterprises gain transparency and control over AI investments through strategic partnerships with AWS and global Systems Integrators across complex transformation projects
- Transformed Eratos from pre-revenue startup to 3x year-over-year growth - Led customer-centric strategies across 38+ countries, serving Fortune 100 clients and major research institutions
- Successfully exited MorningGroup after 7+ years - Built and managed global operations across UK, USA, and Hong Kong serving tier-1 financial institutions including Barclays and BlackRock
- Founded and led Velo Group for 13+ years - Delivering strategic transformation projects for major banking, research, and technology clients across multiple sectors
Industries & Sectors
- Financial Services - Banking, Insurance, Superannuation, Payment Systems
- Agriculture & Sustainability - AgTech, ESG, Carbon Emissions, Food Security
- Data & AI Technology - SaaS/PaaS platforms, Geospatial analytics, Operational AI
- Research & Government - CSIRO partnerships, regulatory compliance, public-private collaboration
- Professional Services - Strategy consulting, Fractional executive services
Mentoring Style & Approach
I combine strategic thinking with practical, action-oriented coaching, challenging assumptions while providing structured frameworks for sustainable growth. My approach focuses on translating complex opportunities into executable strategies that deliver measurable business outcomes.
Availability & Format
Available for monthly or fortnightly sessions (60-90 minutes), offering virtual, in- person (Melbourne/VIC), or hybrid mentoring. I provide a complimentary 30-minute introductory call to ensure good alignment, followed by structured mentoring programs with clear objectives and measurable outcomes. Fee-based service with flexible arrangements for early-stage startups.