+64 4 831 1150
info@gemtech.nz

021 369 666

dave@gemtech.nz

Dave has over 30 years’ experience in the delivery of a variety of business-related consulting services, both within the public and private sector. He has advised many New Zealand government departments and fully appreciates the rigour and accountability requirements of providing advice that is likely to be carefully scrutinised by an independent party or central monitoring agency.

Dave’s advisory strengths lie in the areas of Business Development and Management, Project and Programme Management, Independent Quality Assurance, Infrastructure Asset Management Planning (especially Roading/Transport) and the provision of procurement related services.

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andy@gemtech.nz

Andy is a seasoned professional with a global outlook and over 20 years’ Project and Programme Management experience. He uses his extensive international and financial institution experience to positively impact the bottom line for clients and deliver swiftly and effectively to customer expectations.

Andy has an analytical approach to overcoming project complexities and is able to locate the heart of issues with ease. This, coupled with his project management disciplines of quality delivery on time and within budget, Andy ensures he provides comprehensive, quality analysis and reporting within agreed timeframes to clients.

021 705 519

dave.m@gemtech.nz

Dave is a dedicated and enthusiastic customer focused professional with more than 25 years’ experience delivering ICT solutions. He is working proactively across the Wellington and wider NZ market to seek out opportunities, and in conjunction with a talented Gemtech team provide high-quality solutions to business needs, especially when they have a technology component.

He is experienced at building and nurturing relationships across a wide demographic, sales and account management and project/team management. He has excellent communication skills - verbal, written and delivering presentations. Dave is a team player with the ability to self-manage.

021 704 998

gary@gemtech.nz

Gary is an excellent Relationship and Account Manager with experience in business development management, recruitment and consulting industries. Gary actively engages with the individual needs of each assignment. He is able to build effective relationships, draw on industry knowledge and create collaborative working environments. Gary has strong communication skills and implements a clear vision, strategy and objectives to achieve strong outcomes. He has additional skills in financial management, governance, operations team management, and client engagement.

027 369 7136

katie@gemtech.nz

Katie has over 10 years’ experience in strategic advisory and change management roles. She is particularly skilled in strategic and transformational change, with experience in business integration building readiness and contingency plans to facilitate successful transition.

Katie has a wide breadth of experience designing, planning and implementing change across operational and project environments, imparting knowledge to embed change at a technical, organisational and customer level. She is an Accredited Change Manager through APMG International.

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richard.s@gemtech.nz

Richard has previously worked in London, most recently as a Business Planning Coordinator for Gemserv Limited. He has extensive administrative and project coordination experience, and has held roles in team management, systems and process improvement, reporting and MI, and service delivery.

Richard’s skillset also includes cross-departmental communication, stakeholder engagement, budgeting, invoicing, and resource tracking. He has experience in recruitment, training, and management of staff. Richard is PRINCE2 Practitioner and ITIL Foundation certified, and has strong writing and editing skills.

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dorian@gemtech.nz

Dorian has spent most of his career working in France but recently moved to Wellington. He has a Technical Diploma in Electrical Engineering and Industrial Informatics. Dorian is also a specialist in Automatic Systems. Dorian has obtained a Bachelor of Engineering and Electrical Engineering and is currently working as a DOORs specialist for Kiwirail. He has extensive knowledge of DXL with DOORs, Object language, Reqtify tools, Matlab, SCADA, PCVue and Saia. Dorian has additional experience in coding, developing programmes, IBM DOORs training and as part of a customer support team.

021 871 440

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David is an experience Portfolio Analyst. His career spans a broad spectrum of business areas from finance and marketing through to technology and operations in both the private and public sectors. Disciplines include process reengineering, organisational change, business analysis and general management.

David’s experience which includes the use of Agile and SCRUM techniques enables a holistic approach to resolving business issues. He generates effective strategic outputs by delivering the right balance of people, process, technology and information change. David has gained experience in executive level leadership, facilitation and implementing people and process change on various business transformation and organisational change projects.

021 101 6567

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Geoffrey has experience from the past nine years in Project, Programme and Portfolio Management (P3M), benefits realisation, risk and issues, business analysis, auditing and assurance. He has developed the use of change management principles to enable and uplift the compliance of enterprise reporting for P3M using Planview, Microsoft Server and i-lign.

Geoffrey’s assurance experience includes IQA activities, forensic data and spreadsheet analysis, health checks and reviewing project management processes to provide current state assessments. He develops productive working relationships, instilling an atmosphere of collaboration. Geoffrey understands the key drivers and potential roadblocks enabling the successful delivery of high-profile, cross-agency programmes.

021 472 687

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Grant is an accomplished Project Manager and Business Consultant. He has considerable experience in Programme Management, Business Continuity Planning, and Project Reviews.

Grant has a strong ability to analyse and develop business systems and processes and is skilled in understanding business-related issues. He has experience with process change managing, business cases and giving strategic planning advice. Grant has worked in various functional areas including general information management, billing and financial systems and procurement. Through clear documentation and presentation, Grant delivers pragmatic common-sense solutions and outcomes. He is certified in Project Management (including PRINCE2 and PMI-based) and has trained as a project ‘Gateway’ reviewer through the State Services Commission.

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john@gemtech.nz

John has extensive experience leading and developing teams. He has held senior roles across a range of organisations from Defence to high performance sport, to international disaster response and relief operations. He is accustomed to working in challenging environments and was awarded the NZ Gallantry Decoration for his actions in West Africa.

John has an analytical approach and is adept at applying innovative and lateral thought processes to strategic and operational problems. He has extensive experience reviewing and developing business capacity and performance. John is skilled at developing and managing effective change processes enabling organisations to become more agile.

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kim.bw@gemtech.nz

Kim is a Programme, Planning and Business Improvement professional. He is a trusted advisor to Ministers and senior leaders. He works with senior leaders and key stakeholders to develop and implement integrated work programmes and robust business cases that guide the delivery of benefits.

Kim has a proven track record of providing direction and advice to support management decision making in a broad range of sectors. He brings a “systems thinking” approach and engages with people to apply their knowledge and perspectives to the development of successful business models, projects and programmes.

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Mark is a high-achieving, detail-oriented IT and business focused Project Manager and Subject Matter Expert. He has experience with business and IT strategy alignment and has delivered multiple successful ICT projects. Mark has a broad international commercial acumen and a successful track record in liaising at all levels of business and ICT alike. He has experience with software including SaaS, AWS, Microsoft Azure, Power BI, Visual Studio and UiPath RPA.

Mark is particularly capable in business and process analysis to align deliveries with strategy, user requirements and product adoption.

021 449 617

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Mike is an experienced change specialist, analyst, and programme manager who delivers business outcomes for stakeholders. He does so by applying his business skills; working closely with key stakeholders; developing, communicating and delivering on a clear strategy; aligning and guiding the energy of others in line with the strategy; paying attention to the detail; and being well organised.

Mike has a wide range of management consulting skills and has established a track record of delivery across technology and service industries, and in disparate business situations such as: Programme, Project and Change Management, Enterprise Process Improvement, Strategy Development, Auditing and Sales.

021 952 875

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Neil is an experienced Business Consultant and Architect with more than 20 years’ experience in a variety of roles in Business Case Development, Strategy and Transformation, Business Analysis, Information and Solution Architecture, Solution Design, Build and Implementation, Business Change Management and Project Management.

Neil looks at problems from multiple angles to bring in new thinking and insight. He leads and assists organisations to transform through well-controlled programmes of work that facilitate better business processes, use of information and organisational knowledge to deliver improved services at lower cost while meeting compliance obligations.

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Patrick has extensive experience in Risk and Assurance, Change Management and Financial Management. He is a strong leader that recognises the importance of stakeholder communication, proactive decision making, strategic thinking and effective resourcing.

Patrick has previously been involved in implementing new technology change programmes and contributing to strategy development. He has experience in developing and implementing Risk and Assurance frameworks across the private and public sector, identifying critical risks, developing mitigation strategies and monitoring progress. Patrick has worked in Executive and Senior Management teams and provided programme and project governance leadership to support change management and lift operational capabilities.

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Paul is an experienced Programme Director and Business Consultant with a strong commercial background. He has a proven track record of delivering in the public and private sectors and is used to managing multiple stakeholders with conflicting priorities and delivering dynamic solutions.

A strong technical background in Defence, with a focus on transformation and programme establishment has helped Paul to achieve and deliver. He has experience developing and managing the delivery of multimillion dollar proposals, business cases and change management blueprints. Paul has previously held line management responsibilities and reported directly to Military leaders, Boards of Directors and Chief Executives.

021 742 402

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Richard is an experienced consultant with a strong focus on leadership and using technology to enable strategy and delivery of business outcomes. Richard’s strong analytical skills and ability to consider alternative viewpoints allow him to rapidly identify key business constraints and improvement opportunities.

His experience includes technology-enabled strategy development, IT operational management, business case development, business change management, software development management, infrastructure refurbishment, systems integration, business process re-engineering and software implementation. Richard has worked in public and private organisations using proven methodologies and frameworks to support successful delivery within complex environments.

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Robyn has over 19 years’ experience working on large projects and programmes providing end-to-end management support within the government, public and private sector. Robyn is very outcomes focused with a proactive nature to solving problems.

Robyn thrives in challenging environments as she is organised, efficient and self-motivated with excellent attention to detail. She has taken opportunities to implement improvements to processes and systems to enable the business and project to work more effectively and efficiently resulting in cost savings. This is through open and honest communication, ensuring strong relationships are developed, with her attention to detail and ability to manage and negotiate project status and closure.

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Souradeep is an Architecture Consultant with experience in Enterprise, Solution and Security Architecture, Application and Integration, Telecommunication/Networks, Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and Cloud Solutions. Souradeep has led IT architecture teams, planning, project, and programme teams, and has experience developing IT/Digital strategies, operating models and roadmaps. He is also an ITIL certified professional.

Souradeep’s skillset also includes RFI/P creation and response, writing business cases, process improvement and SLAs, negotiation, creating budgets, and managing team financials. Souradeep has training and hands-on experience in software development, application performance management, non-functional engineering (NFRs), multiple product suite knowledge, DevSecOps, and robotic automation tools.

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tom@gemtech.nz

Tom is a skilled executive leader and senior manager with significant governance and large teams’ management experience. He specialises in asset, property and programme management for mixed use, multi sited, government owned, light industrial property portfolios.

Tom has a work history of successful change management and cultural change initiatives specifically associated with departmental restructures within large organisations, to ensure realignment to strategic business drivers. The results of which exhibit a commitment to continual improvement of business performance, increased service levels and optimised commercial engagement. Tom is a transformational leader who focuses on building highly effective teams, developing employee capabilities and creating an environment where innovation and personal contribution is encouraged.

027 498 2850

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Utam is an experienced Project Manager and IT professional who brings extensive business, IT, telecommunications, and engineering experience, with a proven track record in both public and private sectors. He has been a part of several Senior Management teams, working with third party suppliers and has comprehensive knowledge in transitioning services/technologies and project management.

Utam also has experience in providing production management and distribution process design and analysis services. This includes managing complex application development and infrastructure projects and developing service delivery plans and procedures.

027 220 5292

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André has worked for over twenty public-sector entities since the 1980s, mainly as a contractor, on a wide range of policy development, writing and research assignments.

He is a highly skilled and experienced Senior Policy Analyst/Advisor, innovative blue-sky thinker, and problem solver. André enjoys stakeholder engagement and is focused on developing cost-effective, smart and efficient solutions. His experience includes both strategic and operational policy development and implementation, and strategic business and process planning. André has strong oral and written communication skills with expertise in report, briefing, submission, speech and correspondence writing. André has specific expertise including legislation analysis, review and drafting instruction development, and creating Official Information Act responses.

021 174 8239

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Bev is an adaptable Senior Project Manager with ten years’ experience in a variety of technical and business projects, both on the vendor and client side, and has end-to-end engagement.

Bev also has five years’ experience as a Project Management Office Advisor, including the delivery of classroom training and mentoring to business and project management professionals. She has run a compliance programme and led response teams during audits and ISO reviews. Bev has a strong ability to quickly build relationships of trust with stakeholders at all levels and to bring a sense of responsibility and ownership among dynamic teams. She has a track record of delivering quality business benefits on time and within budget.

021 091 63864

mark.t@gemtech.nz

An accomplished and confident writer across multiple mediums, Mark offers high level attention to detail and looks at problems from all angles, considering options that ensure work is done in an efficient and pragmatic way. He is skilled in understanding business issues, offering assistance and insight into projects with experience in solving problems to deliver outcomes and providing genuine value.

Mark also leads and coordinates the Business Support team, carrying out a range of activities on behalf of Gemtech and its clients. Mark is a personal assistant to the Managing Director, helping Gemtech run smoothly as a business from an administrative perspective.

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abbie@gemtech.nz

Abbie's role at Gemtech involves expanding Gemtech's web presence through social media, email, web advertising, and other online sources, promoting Gemtech's brand through these channels. She is passionate about conducting market research to analyse market trends and commercial opportunities. Abbie has the ability to think both strategically and analytically.

Abbie has a Bachelor of Commerce at Victoria University, majoring in Human Resources and Industrial Relations with a minor in Psychology.

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kim@gemtech.nz

Kim brings a wealth of tax and financial knowledge from her previous experience working at Inland Revenue and various Wellington accounting firms.

Kim’s love for crunching numbers and her attention to detail ensures Gemtech’s finance function operates efficiently and accurately.

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chantel@gemtech.nz

Chantel’s part-time role at Gemtech involves carrying out a range of activities on behalf of Gemtech and the clients of Gemtech. Chantel is also a personal assistant to the Managing Director, helping Gemtech run smoothly as a business from an administrative perspective. Chantel loves getting involved and being part of the bigger picture.

Currently studying towards a Bachelor of Arts and Laws conjoint degree at Victoria University, Chantel is able to employ the skills learnt in a classroom environment directly into an operational business.

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harriet@gemtech.nz

Harriet’s part-time role at Gemtech involves carrying out a range of activities on behalf of Gemtech and the clients of Gemtech. Harriet is also a personal assistant to the Managing Director, helping Gemtech run smoothly as a business from an administrative perspective. Harriet has a willingness to learn and will welcome any challenge, aiming to do the best of her ability in every task. She is a quick learner and is able to add value to any task thrown her way.

Currently studying towards a Bachelor of Laws at Victoria University, Harriet is able to employ the skills learnt in a classroom environment directly into an operational business.