What can Paul do?
Give a quick overview of your work experience (jobs, internships, volunteering)?
10+ years of experience in delivering memorable through Customer Service, Corporate Hospitality, Partnerships, Professional Development, Coaching and Operations across the Sport, Health & Fitness and Media industries - including Wimbledon, the AFL, the Grand Prix, Marvel Stadium, Southern Cross Austereo, the Cox Plate and the British and Irish Lions Tour
Do you have a track record of delivering measurable outcomes or KPIs?
Implemented media campaigns for clients spending over 1 million annually during time at SCA
Delivered on client spends of over $300,000 at the Grand Prix
What technical or industry-specific skills do you bring?
Communication
problem-solving
leadership, coaching
major sporting and music event experience
What tools/platforms/software are they proficient in?
LinkedIn
Instagram
Facebook
Smartsheet
and a desire to learn
What qualifications, certifications, or degrees do you hold?
Bachelor of Health Science (Exercise Science, Nutrition and Sport Coaching) - Deakin University
Crusaders Leadership Program
playing to my strengths and trying something new, knowing someone is backing me in, is something I thrive on!
From travelling to the UK to work at Wimbledon at 19, working at several major sporting events since, to pivoting into a different industry with no previous industry-specific experience to further develop my career.
What steps has Paul taken to break into the sport industry?
Joined the SportsGrad Method Program
Added to my experience through multiple volunteer or casual positions
Attended networking events
Posted on LinkedIn
Paul’s interest in sport all started at Colonial (Marvel) Stadium in 2001
There is something powerful about playing a part in delivering memorable experiences for others when you've experienced them yourselves. One of my earliest sporting memories was attending the Melbourne Test at Colonial Stadium (Marvel Stadium) during the 2001 British and Irish Lions series. The electric atmosphere provided some powerful motivation to dive deeper into sport and experiencing and helping others experience moments like that.
Where does Paul want to go?
Next six-12 months | Next 5-10 years |
|---|---|
Attend 1-2 industry specific events to grow my professional network To further develop my leadership and public speaking skills Achieve a specific salary target Earn a relevant professional certification Learn new skills | To make a bigger impact on the lives/careers of at least 20-50 people, including those earlier on in their career To be in a position of leadership Experience in sport globally |
What sporting problem keeps Paul up at night, and how would they solve it?
To provide memorable experiences for partners and fans
What is Paul like?
What kind of environment do you thrive in?
Supportive, growth-oriented and purpose-led with some fun and room for recovery thrown in.
When have you had to show resilience in your life or career?
Have travelled solo to multiple continents in life to date and gained plenty from those experiences.
Working in the sports betting space during the COVID lockdown proved to a challenging period. Learnt plenty from that.
A previous role got made redundant at the end of last year. Navigating that whilst experiencing other curveballs throughout has proven to be a part of a period of growth.
What about Paul’s interests outside of work?
What are your interests outside of work?
Travel
Spending time outdoors
Strength training
Ongoing learning
Volunteering
What is your favourite sporting moment?
Memorable one - being at Wimbledon when Andy Murray won for the first time
What’s your ideal holiday?
Outdoorsy, adventurous, active, time by the beach/water and some sport
If you had 30 minutes to pick the brain of anyone, who would it be and why?
Nelson Mandela - from spending all that time in prison to uniting a nation through sport (Rugby), I'd love to dive deeper into his mindset around leadership, resilience and the power of sport.
What’s book or podcast that’s helped your career you recommend?
Reading Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink helped develop my leadership skills during periods of uncertainty
Additional details
Where in the world are you located, and where are you open to work?
Living in Melbourne, open to new opportunities in Australia
What is the most important consideration for you in your next role?
Supportive
growth-minded manager
professional development opportunities
salary
What others say about Paul
'Paul is a passionate young man who I have found to be enthusiastic about what ever he is doing at the time. He is respectful and values exceptional customer service. He has a strong work ethic that allows no time for 'office politics' - another great asset…’
‘Paul proved to be a valuable and conscientious employee who contributed positively to the workplace culture'
What questions does Paul have for employers?
What is something your organisation does to help new hires succeed in their role?
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