A pre-opening & business improvement specialist.
Consulting. Fixed Term Contracts. Sub-Consultant.
EXPERTise
Feasibility, Strategic & Operational Planning
Successfully opening a new attraction requires a blend of skills, experience and character traits. Strategic planning and project management skills ensure seamless execution within defined timelines and budgets, along with operations expertise to ensure everything runs smoothly when doors open. Additionally, an entrepreneurial spirit, unwavering determination, a sense or fun and a passion for creating memorable experiences are essential. I have been honoured to be part of opening some of the world's best attractions, including:
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The St Louis Aquarium at Union Station (1 million visitation yearly), The Green Planet Dubai (600,000 visitation yearly), The Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo (1,300,000 visitation yearly), Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi (700,000 visitation yearly) and Melbourne Aquarium (700,000 visitation yearly) .
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, Dubai, UAE
Skills
Feasibility, Strategic & Operational Planning Pre-Opening & Business Improvement Product & Experience Development Team Learning & Development Financial Management & Planning Sales & Marketing Plans
Business Operations, Efficiency & Process Improvement Visitor Research & Guest Experience Operational Excellence
How Can I Help?
Consulting
Provide third party expertise on many areas of operations & pre-opening.
Project Roles
Fixed term project roles, either in a consulting capacity or direct employee (Australia or Internationally).
Interim Leadership & Executive Roles
Assist with specific project need or fill a temporary skills shortage (Australia or Internationally).