Curiosity, passion, and a commitment to lifelong learning have shaped my journey spanning 20 years in corporate marketing to working hands-on with business owners and teams. As the founder of What Matters Marketing, I’m here to help you rethink what’s possible for your business, giving you the practical tools and knowledge to make smarter, more impactful marketing decisions.
With 20 years’ experience leading marketing initiatives for major brands Accor, Air New Zealand, Virgin, Velocity, and Flight Centre, I’ve managed and delivered multi-million dollar brand and retail campaigns that drove real results.
My time at Flight Centre was especially memorable, earning the honour of Global Marketer of the Year and an invitation to the Global Ball in Barcelona, celebrating alongside Richard Branson. At Virgin, I had the privilege of spearheading the global launch of their Velocity frequent flyer program and introducing the Virgin brand to the South Pacific, including New Zealand and Fiji – a true career highlight filled with milestones, challenges, and lasting friendships.
In 2015, I launched What Matters Marketing, shifting my focus to empowering small and medium-sized businesses to grow and thrive. Over the past seven years, I’ve helped clients achieve standout results—from delivering a 26% year-on-year sales increase for an established e-commerce business, to shaping the brand strategy for a women’s travel start-up, to forging groundbreaking partnerships between workwear labels and V8 racing teams.
Now, I’m dedicated to sharing my expertise with you. I combine insights from global brands with real-world, small business know-how to create clear, actionable strategies for sustainable success. Whether you’re looking for guidance, practical marketing education, or a partner to help you reach your goals, I’m here to support you every step of the way.
Let’s work together to take your marketing, and your business, to the next level.
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