Professional Summary
With 30+ years in tech leadership including founder, CEO, and regional executive roles, I help SaaS, data and AI ventures scale strategically and expand globally. I bring deep operator experience, a calm and commercial lens, and a track record of building and exiting high-growth businesses. Today, I support founders and leadership teams as a strategic advisor, mentor and fractional growth leader. Lifelong sports lover and endurance event enthusiast, known for my calm presence and quick wit.
Key Skills & Mentoring Focus
- Go-to-market (GTM) strategy & execution
- International market expansion(especially U.S. and APAC)
- Transitioning from founder to CEO
- Designing portfolio/fractional careers
- Personal brand strategy for experienced operators
- Leadership alignment and founder resilience
- Advisory board and investor engagement
Relevant Experience & Achievements
- Scaled and exited multiple SaaS businesses - from early-stage to $20M+ ARR
- Led AWS Global Growth Diagnostic program for 20+ of their fastest-scaling ISVs globally
- Founder of STX Labs - enabling tech founders to expand into the U.S via AI-powered GTM tools
- Building a CEO peer advisory group as a Vistage Chair
Industries & Sectors
- B2B SaaS
- AI and data platforms
- RegTech and compliance
- HR Tech and marketplaces
- Media, community & impact-led ventures
Mentoring Style & Approach
Supportive, strategic and clear. I create space for open, grounded conversation, while helping mentees gain clarity, challenge assumptions and unlock the next phase of growth with confidence. Real-world insight, without ego.
Availability & Format
Fortnightly or monthly (60-minute sessions) | Virtual (with in-person availability in Sydney) | Introductory meet & greet call offered | Paid mentoring with flexible engagement options