Mike is the answer we had been looking for! For a long time, we had been looking for a highly experienced marketing strategist who could start from scratch and help us build a comprehensive and integrated marketing strategy based on sound marketing principles, best practise, and validated research. Mike delivered and is continuing to deliver for us!
Mike can communicate concepts, insights and ideas in a practical and efficient way which is very valuable for busy business managers and a rare skill. He brings a specific marketing skill set which is difficult for SME’s to find in the market. We are continuing to engage with him as a mentor, consultant and sounding board which is proving invaluable. He ensures execution and accountability which again, is invaluable.
I and the Aurora team certainly recommend him.
Braden Goddin, Sales & Marketing leader
I contracted Mike to review our overall fundraising strategy to ensure alignment to our business plans, and then review all constituent income channels’ performance. This work was both strategically and tactically excellent.
Mike was then contracted to review our National Fundraising team’s structure, Mike’s leadership and insight saw our organisation increase income performance and achieve income targets. A comprehensive thinker with outstanding leadership qualities, Mike made excellent contribution.
Hone McGregor, CEO
From the redevelopment of our website, marketing collateral, event management and overall marketing management, to working with our Business Development team on B2B Marketing strategy and execution. Mike has delivered work of the highest standards on time, to budget and over and above expectations. Having access to an experienced marketing resource that can work from strategy to the delivery of services has made us agile and responsive. I have no hesitation in recommending Mike and @consult.
Charles Chinnaiyah
CEO
Mike is an outstanding marketeer, with an excellent strategic brain. He introduced a number of key initiatives within the Radius group, which helped stay ahead of the competition.He has a real ability to cut through to the core of the issue, and solve problems efficiently. He has a very strong work ethic, and would be an asset to any organisation.
Ged Taylor
General Manager, Merchandising & Operations
Mike provided us with an additional “marketing head” when it came to our international marketing strategy, getting up to speed quickly with an unfamiliar market sector to forge ahead with much-needed strategic thinking. He was able to engage well with stakeholders to drive their input and consideration of key factors in a tight timeframe, resulting in a solid strategic foundation for our international sales & marketing activity, both generally and for a specific new product into a new market.
Jacqui Bridges
General Manager, Corporate Affairs
Mike took on the role of Acting Senior Manager for Fundraising Marketing and Communications for Mary Potter Hospice. Mike reviewed and prepared the Strategic Plan for Fundraising, led the restructuring of the roles and ensured that fundraising activities that were essential to meet budget targets were undertaken and carried out well. Mike is very personable and competent (especially in Marketing and Communications) – he was easily able to bring these skills to a fundraising role. Thank you, Mike.
Ria Earp
CE Mary Potter Hospice, Wellington
Mike facilitated IPENZ to prepare an excellent Marketing Strategy. He provided sound expert independent advice and in a situation with tight timeframes he was both very responsive and met our deadlines.
Tim Davin
Director of Policy
I contracted Mike to review our overall fundraising strategy to ensure alignment to our business plans, and then review all constituent income channels’ performance. This work was both strategically and tactically excellent. Mike was then contracted to review our National Fundraising team’s structure, Mike’s leadership and insight saw our organisation increase income performance and achieve income targets. A comprehensive thinker with outstanding leadership qualities, Mike made excellent contribution.
Hone McGregor
CEO
We have worked with Mike on a number of projects including Primeproperty Group (Dresssmart), Save the Children and Radius Pharmacy. These projects early success has been driven by his absolute focus and ability to closely engage those around him. Mike is an excellent communicator, developing strong networks among diverse stakeholders. It has been a pleasure being part of Mike’s team driving change and achieving positive outcomes in this sector.
Chris Wilkinson
Director
Mike did a wonderful job in providing me with an insightful, concise and helpful guide to improving our retail marketing and promotions offerings at the Zoo.
James Araci
Group Manager, Commercial Development
Mike develops strategic opportunities and manages the marketing mix to achieve objectives well through his technical capability.
David Elliot
National Manager, Convenience Retailing
Mike is a good strategist and relationship builder and is dedicated to making things happen through clever planning and ideas. I have enjoyed working with Mike as part of the Foodstuff team and have grown with his Marketing leadership.
Mark Thomas
Market Analyst, Business Improvement Specialist
Mike has brought a practical attitude to our marketing relaunch.
He made us focus on a solid foundation, starting with a robust strategy which all other work has developed.
This approach has been extremely valuable, and the results have been excellent.