Catriona C.

Results-oriented management professional with extensive international experience in stakeholder engagement, global event production, and alumni network development. Proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget, with strong leadership across cross-functional, multicultural teams. Skilled in identifying strategic opportunities, building global partnerships, and driving measurable outcomes.

Now operating as a Freelance Consultant under GlobalConnect Services, I bring this global perspective and operational expertise to clients seeking agile, high-impact solutions—without the overhead of traditional employment. With a rare mix of strategic insight, creative agility, and hands-on execution, I step in as your trusted fixer, strategic sidekick, and calm-in-the-chaos—ready to take on any project or challenge that needs to be steered, solved, or simply sorted.

 Successfully directed virtual concept for moving all activities online during pandemic 2020/2024:

 Demonstrated success in developing and implementing strategies to align and support institutional strategy whilst developing strong community engagement and programmes (best practice sharing, mentoring, task forces and implementation etc)

 My daily contacts range from Rectors and Deans, to university faculty and staff (communication, admissions, international departments etc.), as well as senior managers to company representatives across all management levels, and geographical divides;

 Global strategic Events: Thought leadership Series, webinars, panels to showcase the talent, diversity and knowledge of our members, CEMS Annual Events;

 Manage the student and young alumni a senior alumni engagement plans to build life-long connection and facilitate continued engagement and support to the alliance;

 Supervise the Alumni Relations team and volunteers, providing management, advice, support, and guidance of day-to-day operations.

Led the CEMS Annual Events and Graduation 2017, hosting participants from over 40 countries, alongside the Asia Pacific Forum. Strengthened corporate and alumni ties with Sydney-based partners and supported the launch of a business engagement unit at USYD. Delivered all initiatives on time through effective project management.