About

My life took an unexpected turn when I was diagnosed with cancer. For a long time, my world has narrowed down to scans, immunotherapy, dealing with not being able to eat or drink and the fight for recovery. It has and continues to be a interesting road to travel, but one that has taught me the immense value of a positive mindset and making the most of every moment your alive.

While I continue to manage my health proactively, this journey has fundamentally shifted my perspective. It has moved me from a place of simply surviving to one of purposeful living, focusing on the projects and people that matter most.

My New Project: Gen X Today

As part of this new chapter, I have launched GenXtoday, a digital platform dedicated to Generation X.

We are the generation that remembers a life before the internet, yet we built much of the digital world we live in now. GenXToday is a space to explore that intersection—covering everything from wellbeing and nostalgia to reviews of the music and arts that shaped us. It is about reclaiming our sense of community and visibility in a fast-paced world.

It would mean a lot for me if people could support this https://genxtoday.com and even subscribe if you can.  The funds I get from this go directly to supporting my treatment and experiments in recovery.

Personal Life

Born in Auckland, New Zealand, I moved to Sydney in 2000 to further my career. I have a deep passion for my family, cancer prevention, music, sports, travel, media, and new technology

In 2013 I got married and have a wife and two beautiful girls born in 2014 and 2015 respectively, we live in the Sydney suburb or Killarney heights and try to travel whenever we can.

Professional Life

With my Cancer prognosis I have had to take a step back from any long-term work commitments and now focus on short-term projects to maximize my contribution to my business Custom Publishing Solutions.

People can call on me when they need to:

  • Need business change implemented in a tight timeframe
  • Need process change made to their publishing or distribution practices
  • Need help formulating and implementing Digital, IT or new business strategies
  • Need experienced management onboard to work through complex issues with internal and/or external stakeholders

Professional Background

With over 24 years of extensive experience in Digital Strategy, Operations Management, and Information Technology Management, I have specialized in the book publishing and media industries. My career has spanned influential roles at HarperCollins, News Digital Media, Fox Entertainment, News Limited, and Random House. Additionally, I have played a pivotal role in the growth of start-ups such as CPS, DiMO, and CUZIN.

My expertise lies in identifying, defining, and implementing digital, operational, and IT strategies that enhance process efficiency and create future revenue opportunities.

Professional Skills:

  • Strategic Initiatives: Expertise in creating, auditing, and re-engineering publishing, information technology, and supply chain strategies.
  • Digital and Physical Logistics: Skilled in coordinating intricate supply chains and developing processes and technology to bridge the gap between digital systems and tangible operations.
  • Innovation: Proficient in innovation planning, business planning, digital workflows, and digital scenario planning.
  • Software Development: Experienced in leading development projects in Python, Java, .NET, RPG, and JavaScript, covering a wide range of applications from B2C retail to warehouse management. Proven track record in coordinating software delivery from architecture to deployment.
  • Management: Over 10 years of director-level management experience in the publishing industry, demonstrating skills in managing change, projects, programs, sales, negotiations, and budgets.
  • Digital: Expertise in digital publishing, digital marketing strategy, web development and project management, online marketing search strategy, and digital integration.
  • Information Technology: Skilled in IT and development management, systems integration/modification, marketing systems, supply chain systems, IT support systems, and infrastructure planning and architecture.
  • Technical Skills: Proficient in database design and implementation, ERP planning, full Microsoft Office application suites, design and multimedia developments, and network server and collaboration products.

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