Gareth B. Davies

Stealthwriting Educational Email Courses (EECs) for Entrepreneurs, Founders, Fractional Coaches / Executives, and Top Voices. 15+ years as a Professional Coach. 30+ years in Product & Tech.

Hi, I'm Gareth from New Zealand, and I'm on a mission to reclaim 100 million human hours by helping you to automate the boring bits of your work, freeing you to live more life.

I build simple, powerful automations that eliminate repetitive busywork and save coaches 10-30 hours every week.

I love learning, so I read (a lot), experiment, build, and raise my daughters as best I can. I’m trying to improve our world for them.

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White Internet

As Founder and principal IT Consultant at White Internet, I deliver a suite of comprehensive consulting services tailored to optimize business technology strategies, enhance operational efficiencies, and secure corporate infrastructures. My offerings include strategic IT planning, IT compliance, and governance frameworks that align with corporate goals, alongside rigorous business continuity strategies to safeguard operational continuity.

In project management, I steer complex initiatives from planning through to successful implementation, ensuring projects meet their deadlines, budgets, and scope. My expertise in data management and analytics helps organisations leverage data for actionable insights, while my approach to cybersecurity consulting fortifies their defenses against evolving threats.

I also specialise in cloud computing, designing solutions that improve scalability and operational agility. As an Agile Coach, I transform corporate cultures, fostering agile practices that enhance productivity and innovation. In my role as a Virtual CTO, I provide strategic leadership in technology, driving the development and execution of long-term tech strategies.

My involvement in technology hiring includes drafting precise job descriptions, reviewing resumes, conducting preliminary screenings, and participating in interview panels to ensure clients attract and retain top-tier talent. I also perform technical due diligence for clients looking to acquire companies or integrate new software, ensuring investments are sound and align with business objectives.

Additionally, I run a tech leadership growth program and various mentorship programs for leaders, project managers, and software developers, aiming to elevate professional skills across the tech industry. I provide career and job hunting advice, assisting professionals with mock interviews and resume optimisations to enhance their marketability.

Tech Consultant, Founder

MER Solutions Asia Pacific |  BVIQ

◆ Digital Transformation: Spearheaded and executed comprehensive Digital Transformation initiatives, harnessing emerging technologies to enhance operational efficiency and drive innovation.
◆ Strategic Planning: Developed and implemented forward-thinking IT strategies aligned with the organisation's goals and objectives, ensuring long-term sustainability and growth.
◆ IT Governance: Established and maintained robust IT governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to industry best practices.
◆ Team Leadership: Built and led high-performing IT teams by recruiting and developing top talent, fostering a culture of technical excellence, and driving collaborative innovation.
◆ Vendor Management: Successfully evaluated, selected, and managed strategic relationships with IT vendors and service providers, optimising cost-efficiency and service quality.
◆ Project Management: Oversaw end-to-end management of complex IT projects, ensuring meticulous adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
◆ Infrastructure Management: Strategically planned, implemented, and maintained IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and storage systems, optimising Tech Stack for efficiency.
◆ Security and Risk Management: Implemented robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard critical IT assets, data, and systems while effectively managing risk.
◆ Continuous Improvement: Proactively identified and capitalised on opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains within the IT department, employing Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

In this role, I also performed the duties of Delivery Manager, Scrum Master, BA, Digital Marketing Manager, Security Manager, Infrastructure Manager, MS365 Administrator, Service Desk Manager

Chief Technology Officer

BUSINESSNAV

◆ Strategic Alignment: Successfully aligning the company's technology strategy with its broader business goals, resulting in tangible outcomes and advancements in line with overall strategies.
◆ Agile Champion: Promoting Agile methodology as a strategic asset, emphasising its value in driving a culture of innovation and delivering business outcomes across the entire organisation.
◆ Vendor Management: Effectively managing relationships with vendors for third-party applications and licenses, ensuring optimal utilisation of IT resources to achieve business goals.
◆ Project Management Excellence: Overseeing outsourced technologies and projects, ensuring efficient and effective Project Delivery.
◆ Talent Development: Nurturing the company's IT talent pipeline by recruiting and mentoring IT interns, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
◆ Technology Adoption: Successfully introducing and integrating MS Dynamics 365 Business Central, Marketing, and Customer Services, driving Tech Stack Optimisation.
◆ Industry Connectivity: Spearheading quarterly inter-company Technology Summits, facilitating connections with technology leaders in the marketplace, and staying abreast of industry trends to support Technology Vision.
◆ Infrastructure Management: Designing and managing robust AWS and Azure infrastructures, enhancing the company's technological capabilities, and ensuring reliable performance of IT Infrastructure.
◆ Security and Data Protection: Executing robust security measures, including firewalls and encryption, to safeguard the company's data and infrastructure from potential threats, emphasising Cybersecurity.

In this role, I also performed the duties of Delivery Manager, Scrum Master, Product Manager, Digital Marketing Manager, Security Manager, Infrastructure Manager, MS365 Administrator, Service Desk Manager.

Head Of Technology

PayitLater

◆ Technology Vision and Strategy: Spearheaded the development and execution of technology strategies aligned with the company's overarching goals and vision.
◆ Digital Transformation Leadership: Drove Digital Transformation initiatives, harnessing emerging technologies to enhance operational efficiency and drive innovation.
◆ IT Governance: Established and upheld robust IT governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and alignment with industry best practices.
◆ Strategic Planning: Led strategic planning efforts to optimize our Tech Stack, ensuring that technology investments align with business needs and goals.
◆ Vendor Management: Effectively managed vendor relationships, negotiated contracts for third-party applications and licenses, and ensured optimal resource utilisation.
◆ Delivery Management: Oversaw IT projects as a Delivery Manager and Project Manager, ensuring the successful delivery of internal and outsourced technologies.
◆ Technical Guidance: Provided expert technical advice and guidance to colleagues and management, enabling informed decision-making regarding technology investments.
◆ Innovation and Learning Culture: Cultivated a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, promoting experimentation and learning across the organisation.
◆ Training and Education: Developed training and educational materials to support technology users and promote best practices, contributing to Team Leadership and Agile Methodologies.

In this role, I also performed the duties of Delivery Manager, IT Systems Manager, Agile Project Manager, Scrum Master, Software Engineering Manager, System Architect, Security Manager, Cloud Infrastructure / DevOps Manager, Database Administrator, and Service Desk Manager.

Technology Consultant

◆ Leadership in Scalable Application Development: Led the development of scalable and maintainable applications using Laravel, providing technical leadership and guidance to development teams.
◆ Mentoring and Team Leadership: Mentored junior developers, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices, while also serving as a Development Team Leader, overseeing project schedules, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software.
◆ Agile Methodologies and Project Management: Facilitated Agile processes as a Scrum Master, including Sprint Planning, Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospective, and Daily Stand-up meetings, fostering Agile Methodologies and Team Leadership.
◆ Cloud-Based Infrastructure and DevOps: Served as a DevOps specialist, utilising AWS to deploy and manage cloud-based infrastructure, enhancing system performance and ensuring smooth Project Delivery.
◆ System Design and Architecture: Designed and architected systems and applications, leveraging a range of technologies and platforms to create effective solutions, focusing on Tech Stack Optimisation.
◆ Promoting Agile Principles: Promoted a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and rapid feedback loops, ensuring the successful adoption of Agile principles throughout the organisation.
◆ Innovation and Technology Adoption: Encouraged the exploration of new technologies and techniques to improve development practices, actively participating in code reviews, testing, and debugging activities to ensure the quality and reliability of software products.
◆ Continuous Learning and Knowledge Sharing: Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends and technologies, continuously learning, and sharing knowledge with colleagues and team members, emphasising Continuous Improvement.

Senior Software Developer / Scrum Master

zFlowers.com

Replace MYOB with Dynamics 365 Business Central
Successfully transitioned zFlowers.com from MYOB to Dynamics 365 Business Central. Led the project from planning to execution, ensuring a seamless migration with minimal disruption. Enhanced the company's financial and operational processes, resulting in improved efficiency and accuracy.

Introduced Lean Software Development Methodologies
Implemented Lean Software Development methodologies to streamline workflows and enhance product delivery. Focused on eliminating waste, improving quality, and delivering value to customers quickly. Fostered a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration within the development team.

GirlsTrek

Managed Mobile App Development
Led the development of innovative mobile applications, ensuring seamless user experience and high performance. Coordinated with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and deliver on-time, high-quality solutions.

Hiring and Onboarding Remote Development Team
Successfully recruited and onboarded a talented remote development team. Implemented effective onboarding processes to integrate new hires quickly, fostering a collaborative and productive team environment.

Scrum Master
Served as Scrum Master, facilitating Agile ceremonies and ensuring adherence to Scrum principles. Guided the team in delivering iterative enhancements and maintaining a high level of productivity and quality.

Tech Team Mentor
Mentored and coached the tech team, providing guidance on best practices, career development, and professional growth. Fostered a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.

AWS Infrastructure Management
Oversaw the management of AWS infrastructure, ensuring robust, scalable, and secure cloud solutions. Optimised cloud resources to improve performance and reduce costs.

IT Strategy
Developed and implemented comprehensive IT strategies aligned with business goals. Ensured that technology initiatives supported the overall objectives of GirlsTrek.

MS 365 Administration
Administered Microsoft 365, managing user accounts, permissions, and security settings. Ensured smooth operation and optimal utilisation of Microsoft 365 services across the organization.

IT Support
Provided IT support to resolve technical issues promptly and efficiently. Maintained high levels of user satisfaction by delivering timely and effective technical assistance.

PIPR Pty Ltd

Introduced Lean Software Development Methodologies
Implemented Lean Software Development methodologies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the development process. Focused on minimising waste, maximising value, and promoting continuous improvement. This initiative led to faster delivery times and higher quality products, significantly benefiting PiPr's overall productivity.

Migrated and Managed WordPress-Based Website
Successfully migrated PiPr’s website to a WordPress platform. Managed the website to ensure optimal performance, security, and user experience. Implemented best practices for website management, resulting in improved site reliability and user engagement.

Again Faster Australia

As a Technical Team Lead and Scrum Master, I have demonstrated my expertise in several roles, including Senior Full-Stack Developer (Laravel), DevOps (Azure), and System/Application Architect. I led a team of developers in creating gym management software, ensuring that we delivered high-quality software on time and within budget.

In addition, I facilitated the Scrum meetings, including Sprint Planning, Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospective, and Daily Stand-up, to ensure that the team was aligned and productive. My skills in leadership, communication, and collaboration enabled us to successfully complete the project and exceed our client's expectations.

Some specific accomplishments include:

◆ Successfully delivered gym management software that met the client's needs and resulted in positive feedback and reviews.
◆ Facilitating Scrum meetings that increased team collaboration and productivity.
◆ Developing and implementing best practices for software development, DevOps, and architecture, resulting in improved efficiency and quality.
◆ Mentoring and coaching team members to improve their skills and knowledge, resulting in higher job satisfaction and retention.

Scrum Master / Technical Team Lead

Digital Dealer - Automotive Internet Solutions

As the Web Application Development Manager for Digital Dealer, I performed several roles to manage and support the company's IT infrastructure and team, including:

◆ Project Manager, overseeing the development and maintenance of approximately 700 automotive dealer websites, powered by a bespoke CMS. 
◆ Senior Full-Stack Developer, providing technical leadership and guidance to the development team and ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices. 
◆ DevOps Specialist, managing the company's infrastructure on Amazon Web Services (AWS) to deploy and manage cloud-based infrastructure and improve system performance. 
◆ System/Application Architect, designing and implementing systems and applications using a range of technologies and platforms to create effective solutions. 
◆ Managed a team of developers and support staff, providing mentorship and guidance to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality software. 
◆ Oversaw the company's data aggregation efforts for the automotive industry, ensuring data accuracy, security, and integrity. 
◆ Collaborated with stakeholders, including automotive dealerships and manufacturers, to ensure product vision and priorities were clear and aligned with business goals. 
◆ Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends and technologies, continuously learning, and sharing knowledge with colleagues and team members. 
◆ Developed and maintained processes and procedures to support the company's IT operations and improve efficiency and productivity. 
◆ Actively participated in code reviews, testing, and debugging activities, ensuring the quality and reliability of software products. 
◆ Assured that IT risk was managed effectively, and relevant standards, processes, and regulations were upheld. 
◆ Delivered projects on time and on budget, meeting, and exceeding customer expectations.

Web Application Development Manager

XVT Solutions

As a Project Manager and Scrum Master, I led a team of cross-skilled and distributed professionals to develop and maintain an online Planning Portal for the NSW government, incorporating a geospatial maps viewer based on open data.

In this role, I was responsible for the entire project lifecycle, including defining the project scope, managing the project processes, and documenting all project activities. I successfully applied Agile Project Management methodology within a PRINCE2 governance model, enabling us to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget.

As the focal point for customer liaison, I established strong client/partner relations and ensured their satisfaction throughout the project. I facilitated Scrum meetings, including Sprint Planning, Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospective, and Daily Stand-up, to ensure our team stayed on track and aligned with project goals.

To improve our development process, I championed the introduction of various best practices, such as Code Reviews, TDD, Continuous Integration, Load Testing, Selenium Testing, and automation of deployments.

I maintained the Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, and Burn Downs in Jira to keep our team organised, efficient, and on track. Overall, I identified project risks and worked with appropriate stakeholders to resolve them, leading to the successful delivery of a cutting-edge online Planning Portal for the NSW government.

Project Manager / Scrum Master

Iain White is a seasoned Technology Leader, he embodies over 35 years of expansive expertise within the IT sector, continuously evolving from a Software Engineer to an authoritative CTO. Recognized for his inventive approach in executive roles - ranging from IT Consultant and Technology Manager to Agile Coach and Head of Technology - Iain has spearheaded projects with unwavering finesse and a strategic mindset.

🎯 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐬

With certifications in Scrum Mastery and a deep-seated proficiency across Agile methodologies, Scrum, Kanban, COBIT, ITIL, PRINCE2 and Lean Six Sigma, Iain's skill set is both broad and deeply specialised. His profound understanding of FinTech, Web3, and Cybersecurity further accentuates his ability to drive innovation and technical excellence in every venture.

🌟 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬

Iain's career highlights include pivotal leadership that has repeatedly propelled SaaS startups to success. His pragmatic approach to Project Management, coupled with his expertise in PMBOK and Lean Software Development, ensures that technology not only meets but exceeds business objectives.

🖥️ 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝

🔸 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐓 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠: Transforming organisational IT landscapes to align with business goals.
🔸 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 & 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬: Crafting future leaders through tailored growth and mentorship initiatives.
🔸 𝐈𝐓 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 & 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐲: Establishing robust governance frameworks to mitigate risk and optimize operations.
🔸 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐫 & 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Navigating complex relationships to foster mutual growth and innovation.
🔸 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Leading enterprises through pivotal digital changes with a focus on scalability and sustainability.

🤝 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩

As an experienced public speaker and dedicated mentor, Iain is committed to sharing his knowledge and insights. His contributions to conferences and workshops underscore his role as a thought leader in technology management. Whether guiding emerging IT professionals or advising senior stakeholders, Iain’s strategic counsel is highly sought after in the tech community.

💬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐚𝐢𝐧

Iain is based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 🇦🇺 and is passionate about building high-performance teams and delivering technological excellence. Connect with him to explore how his leadership can elevate your IT strategy and operations to new heights.

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