Simplyai

PE-owned AI professional services and consulting business specialising in Agentic AI, AI Ops, big data projects and innovation
Partner to the CEO for Simplyai’s operations
Responsible to the board for sales, finance, operations, M&A, compliance, risk
Ai thought leader and growth driver

Finance Director

Strategic Consulting

Ad-hoc partnership with Business Owners to provide advice during growth, expansion or exit.

Fractional CFO

Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand

Course Facilitator

Audience Republic

2IC of Audience Republic’s US, European and Australian operations.
Accountable to the Board for Post-sales functions along with funding, finance and compliance.

VP, Finance & Operations

Zapid Hire

2IC of Zapid Hire’s US, UK and Australian operations.
Country Manager of US operations and responsible for launch of US mid-market and enterprise sales GTM. 
Lead the team from 50 to 1,000+ customers.
Accountable to the Board for Pre & Post-sales functions along with funding, finance and compliance.

CFOO

Essence Group Sydney

Australian branded and contract manufacturer, distributor and E-Commerce provider of dairy and nutritional powders for Australian FMCG customers (inc A2 Milk, Swisse, Woolworths and ALDI), and a growing international export market (inc China, India and the US). 
- Reported to the Managing Director and managed the strategic direction of the senior leadership team. In addition, managed the organisational effectiveness of the sales, operations and finance functions of the Group (150+ employees), across Sydney, Nowra and Shanghai. 
- Accountable for development and execution of outcomes-based business plans resulting in YoY revenue growth of avg 100%+ and significant EBITDA margin improvement.
- During leadership tenure, Essence was awarded the high-profile, 2019 Australian Exporter of the Year Award (Agribusiness and Food) by the Australian Trade and Investment Commission for outstanding export achievements.

Finance & Operations Director

Extensive experience executing buy-side & sell-side financial due diligence for clients located in Australia, the UK, Ireland and the US across a wide range of industries, including: Property, Financial Services, Specialist manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Food manufacturing/distribution, Banking and Infrastructure.
- Advised on deal sizes from $50m-$5bn

Transaction Advisory Services - Snr Manager

Graduate in EY’s Financial Services Audit team and completed Chartered Accounting accreditation. Progressed to Audit Manager role and was a global secondee to EY Dublin office.
- Experience with IFRS, US GAAP, Irish GAAP

Financial Services Audit - Manager

Creating incredible customer experiences and building world class revenue and finance teams at early stage hypergrowth start ups

Matthew Caldicott

Hyro

Hey Hero, welcome to Hyro. We are a wellness company that uses science and technology to help active go-getters optimise hydration and find their daily inner hero for the journey ahead.

Step away from outdated hydration solutions—Hyro is not your grandma's electrolyte mix. With a foundation in science and a commitment to natural ingredients, we've crafted a hydration solution that does more than just quench your thirst. Each sachet of Hyro is loaded with all the essential electrolytes, zero sugar and full of natural goodness.

Available exclusively --> www.drinkhyro.com

Co-Founder & Head of Growth

What Ability

Support Worker

Social Media Coordinator

As an Account Executive I am at the forefront of driving business growth and customer acquisition for Zapid Hire. My role involves proactively acquiring new customers by identifying high-value prospects and conducting engaging product demos. 

By understanding customer challenges, I convert prospects into opportunities, aligning their needs with our tailored solutions. My expertise extends to strategic positioning of Zapid Hire, enabling clients to grasp our offerings and the competitive edge we provide.

In this role, I specialise in Small and Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs), engaging with business owners, HR managers, and C-level executives. I manage a substantial pipeline, utilising proactive lead generation techniques such as prospecting, cold calling, and networking. Collaborating seamlessly with Sales Development Representatives (SDRs), I negotiate and close sales opportunities, contributing significantly to our company's growth trajectory.

Account Executive

As an Account Manager and Community Partnerships Manager at Zapid Hire I specialise in cultivating enduring client relationships, sourcing new business opportunities, and ensuring customer satisfaction through tailored solutions.

Achievements:
- Proactively expanded business through personal connections, referrals, and relationship building, contributing significantly to account base growth.
- Successfully saved key accounts from churn, including high-profile clients demonstrating dedication to client satisfaction and retention.
- Organised and hosted Zapid Hire's inaugural lunch forum, securing long-term contracts and valuable referrals, showcasing autonomy and event management skills.
- Represented Zapid Hire at conferences, building connections and securing new business opportunities, enhancing the company's market presence.
- Doubled the expected 12-month contracts within the first quarter, showcasing rapid learning and adaptability in the sales domain.

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