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Highly regarded Project Manager with great communication and team building skills. Repeatedly guided projects to success, balancing the big picture with the finer details. Uses a flexible approach and clear communication to delivery against milestones, remain within budget, and ensures a bit of fun along the way.

Professional Experience

Project Manager - Agritech Industry Transformation

Callaghan Innovation
2021 – 2024Remote from New Plymouth, NZ
  • Directed a $8.3M agritech transformation plan, overseeing a team of 5 consultants, 8 workstreams and delivering 110 individual initiatives in 36 months.
  • Created opportunities for New Zealand's agritech companies to expand and export by running 3 capability building bootcamps, 8 sector-specific connector events and leading 4 small-group trips to visit innovative farmers and growers in Australia, Ireland, the UK & the U.S.
  • Conducted research to identify and address support gaps between the government agencies that agritech companies depend on, and identify strategies to bridge these gaps effectively.
  • Ensured monitoring and timely achievement of project milestones by maintaining strict budget control, practical risk mitiagtion, preparation of monthly reports and hosting agenda driven team meetings.
  • Increased agritech audience across three communication channels in 12 months (Agritech Newsletter ⬆️ 45%, Global Signals Channel up ⬆️ 50% and LinkedIn ⬆️ from 0 to 1200 followers), using relevant, consistent and systematic messaging with high quality to drive organic growth.
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    "Kevin is a super motivated, organised, versatile and action oriented project manager... his skill set ranges from financial, legal, digital, people and event management"

    - Simon Yarrow, Agritech Group Manager

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    Project Manager - Industry 4.0 Transformation

    Callaghan Innovation
    2023 – 2024Remote from New Plymouth, NZ
  • Spearheaded the rollout of a $3.4M industry transformation plan, monitoring and delivering 100 Digital Maturity assessment for New Zealand-based manufacturing companies within a five month window.
  • Procured and oversaw the nationwide delivery of 50 training workshops aimed at educating and inspiring NZ manufacturers to adopt Industry 4.0 solutions.
  • Led a core team of 3 and coordinated with 4 key agencies, centralising marketing and communications efforts to ensure cohesive execution and alignment with strategic goals.
  • Achieved project underspend, enabling additional promotional activities in FY25, and maximised return on investment through effective cross-promotion of events.
  • Enhanced stakeholder collaboration, working closely with government bodies, industry representatives, and delivery agencies to maintain momentum towards Industry 4.0 adoption.
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    "Kevin is an exceptional project manager... his proactive approach and attention to detail were immediately apparent. Kevin was a key part of the success of the program."

    - Sean Doherty, Product Manager - Industry 4.0

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    Project Manager Branching Out

    Venture Taranaki
    2020 – 2021New Plymouth, New Zealand
  • Steered a $885,000 MPI-funded project to explore and develop diversified land-use opportunities in Taranaki.
  • Systematically evaluated over 100 potential land-use ideas, narrowing down to 20 viable options that aligned with Taranaki’s regional strengths and future potential.
  • Produced a comprehensive land usage report in collaboration with Plant & Food Research, the basis for future, actionable blueprints for local landowners.
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  • Ran 2 grower information days to educate landowners to the opportunities and risks of starting Avocado and Kiwifruit growing initiatives in the region.
  • Enabled a new commercial Avocado orchard in Taranaki, and supported the production of a fresh hop beer by a local brewer, using hops cultivated through the project’s initiatives.
  • Navigated complex stakeholder relationships by balancing the interests of landowners, government, and industry, overcoming challenges and securing buy-in for new land-use ventures.
  • Project Manager 3-month contract

    Comvita
    2019 – 2019 | Paengaroa, New Zealand
  • Developed digital database that integrated data from spreadsheets and ERP systems.
  • Facilitated product development and optimisation initiatives ensuring project continuity.
  • Collaborated quickly and closely with marketing and quality control teams.
  • Founder & Director

    Radar Insight
    2012 – 2020 | Melbourne, Australia
  • Founded and led Radar Insight, a research agency in Melbourne, delivering consumer insights to top FMCG brands such as Schweppes, Asahi, and Chobani.
  • Managed project budgets of $40-50,000, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget.
  • Developed an innovative consumer preference technique, to identify ideal product attributes.
  • Executed rapid, high-quality market research with product developers for marketing teams.
  • Provided specialised consultancy on recipe system management software.
  • Education

    RMIT University

    Bachelor of Applied Science (Consumer Science)
    2002 – 2004 | Melbourne, Australia
    References
    Andrew Bonica, Programme Manager Technology and Innovation, MBIE
    Sean Doherty, Product Manager Industry 4.0, Callaghan Innovation
    Additional references available upon request.
    Kev O'Reilly