Curriculum Vitae

Paradigms Human Capital Services
Managing Director | March 2017 – Present
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Manage operations of human resources consultancy that recruits senior executives for major hotel companies in Australia, Asia, and the Middle East. Design HR programs tied to learning and development and performance management. Run workshops in team building for hotels.

Achievements

1. Business produced revenue of more than AUS$200,000 during first year.
2. Gained high satisfaction ratings from MBA students for HR programs.

StreetWork
Local Board Member | September 2019 – Present
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Doing both positions concurrently

TSA Solutions, Singapore
Chief Human Resources Officer | June 2016 – February 2017
Singapore

Developed and executed HR strategy for the organization in Singapore, Europe, US, China, and Dubai. Articulated HR needs and plans to executive management. Managed 19 people, including HR team of 4 and 15 trainers and consultants in various countries. Developed learning and development initiatives, including e-learning programs.

Kerzner International
Executive Vice President, Global Human Resources
May 2012 – May 2016
Dubai, UAE

As the Chief HR Officer was responsible for developing, implementing and managing the strategic direction of Global HR for the group covering businesses in US, Europe, Bahamas, Mexico, South Africa, Morocco, Mauritius, Maldives, UAE, Bahrain, China, Hong Kong and Australia.

Achievements

1. Drafted mission and vision statements for worldwide properties in collaboration with top leadership. Supervised 25 people, including 10 HR personnel and 15 HR Directors in Thailand, Hong Kong, China, and UAE. Implemented HR functions including performance management and recognition programs and learning initiatives. Drafted job descriptions and policies for various staff initiatives. Served on company’s compensation and audit and compliance committees.
2. Created an Employee Marketing department and developed a talent management program to facilitate worker interest and engagement.
   Developed critical paths for HR functions and pre-opening budgets for new hotel openings in China, Hong Kong, and other major global locations.
3. Set up compensation and benefits plans, including a program to pay bonuses to all staff.
4. Developed recruitment and succession programs that saved company more than $250,000 in recruiting costs and cut turnover by more than 20%.

Onyx Hospitality Group
Chief People Officer | November 2009 – May 2012
Bangkok, Thailand

Collaborated with senior leaders to set strategy, mission, and core values to guide organization. Hired general managers and other corporate leaders. Implemented recruitment programs at hotel schools in Australia, Thailand, and Switzerland to identify top talent. Managed HR team of 10 people as well as 15 HR directors in Thailand, Hong Kong, China, and UAE.

Achievements

1. Established system to evaluate individual achievement and develop career paths.
2. Implemented a bonus plan.
3. Created a management trainee program to develop internal talent.

Atlantis The Palm, Dubai
Senior Vice President, Human Resources
August 2006 – October 2009
Dubai, UAE

Responsible for implementing HR systems and policies for operation of iconic hotel. Worked with company president and senior leaders to ensure hotel opened on time and met financial and operational goals. Advised top managers on culture formation and vision for the resort. Established an employee marketing department.

Achievements

1. Successfully managed hiring and orientation of 3,500 employees across 75 nationalities worldwide, including coordinating visas and other needed services with local authorities. Hires included SVPs, vice presidents, directors, managers, assistant managers, and other roles.
2. Set up a health and safety management system that included 4 onsite clinics for guests and staff.

Additional Experience
Vice President, Human Resources, Charles Schwab Australia
Director of Human Resources-Pacific, Hyatt International
Director of Human Resources, Grand Hyatt Melbourne
Director of Human Resources, Hyatt Regency Coolum
Director of Training-Southeast Asia, Hyatt Regency Singapore
Head of Training Department, Banque Nationale de Paris