Emerge Consulting

Transforming small to medium-sized vineyards and wineries across the US and Europe by implementing cutting-edge technology solutions. Our tailored approach has led to a 30% increase in operational efficiency and a significant reduction in manual processes, empowering wineries to make data-driven decisions and enhance customer relationships.

Unlike typical consultants who push proprietary solutions, Emerge Consulting is vendor-agnostic, ensuring we only recommend and implement the best-fit technology solutions for your winery’s unique challenges and growth goals.

Founder

ENOCARE

We are an Italy-based Wine & Spirits logistics provider, dedicated to helping wine importers and distributors streamline their import processes. Our services allow them to concentrate on their core strength: delivering exceptional products to their customers.

Business Development 

FINE+RARE

Responsible to significantly improve service globally 

Designed comprehensive global logistic strategy for F+R

Globally leading the Supply Chain side of merger + acquisition integration into the business, by executing the integration plan through a number of cross functional teams and within local markets.

Global Service Director

Project lead for the  implementation and integration of SAPB1, Hubspot and proprietary software.

Senior Consultant 

Liberty Global

Major accomplishments ; 

Reduced the annual Supply Chain spend YOY by 5%-7% as a result of outsourcing key-activities (Warehousing & Test & Repair )and continuous improvement

As part of the Global Logistics Team develope& implemented a 5-year Supply Chain Strategy for CEE leading to further cost savings and improved customer experience

Re-organized the Supply Chain in the CEE region to streamline and improve the organization

Director of Supply Chain of Central Europe region

Major accomplishments ; 
Setup and transformed the entire E2E Supply Chain including outsourcing key-activities to 3rd parties including in-country refurbish & repair operations

Digitally transform the Supply Chain by implementing an E2E system which led to cost reduction (YOY 4%-6%) and improved customer experience across the DTH footprint

Implemented a robust S&OP process across the DTH footprint which led to a 20% reduction in inventory turns

Director of Supply Chain & Procurement at UPC DTH of CEE region

Sanmina-SCI

Developed a thorough understanding of key clients' needs and requirements and preparing customized solutions.
Negotiated contracts with key clients and meeting established deadlines for the fulfillment of each client's long-term goal
Successfully positioned the test & repair business in the market (world-wide) and grew the business consistently within 3-years of implementation.
In this role, world-wide responsible for all Telecom customers managed to exceed their expectations which led to  business growth

Global Account Manager

Managed business activities focusing on the financial and strategic growth of the organization.
Responsible for setting up a repair & warehouse facility for Sanmina-SCI in Hungary for customers like IBM, Nokia, Alcatel, and Philips.
Post-implementation managed the business unit and improved and developed processes, people (200), and led an IT implementation resulting in better efficiencies, quality, and happier customers.

Business Unit Manager Repair Center

UPS Supply Chain Solutions

Developed a 3 year Strategic Plan for UPC SCS in Hungary in close cooperation with UPS parcels
P&L responsible for the Supply Chain arm of UPS parcels in Hungary by offering customers Logistics services such as warehousing, airfreight and sea freight.
Coordinated, developed, and managed staff, projects, sales and build the brand within Hungary

Country Manager

Maersk Line, Limited

Put together a 3-year commercial and strategy plan for the business 
Successfully developed the business for the Supply Chain arm of Maersk in France by growing the business 12% YoY.
Responsible for developing and managing 20 large multinationals in the FMCG sector including leading French companies such as Auchan, Decathlon, Kiabi, and La Redoute.

Supply Chain Manager at Maersk Logistics France

P&L responsible for the business of Maersk Logistics in Hungary
Jointly with the Managing Director of Maersk developed a 2-year strategy for the business
Successfully implemented Logistics Services such as Distribution, Airfreight, and Seafreight groupage for Maersk customers

Country Manager at Maersk Logistics Hungary

Nutricia

Strategic Distribution Manager

Distribution Center Manager

For many winery owners, the idea of switching to new technology can be intimidating. You don’t want to lose the traditional way of doing things, and that’s completely understandable.

But today, technology isn’t just a support—it’s become an essential part of running a successful winery. It helps automate everyday tasks so you have more time to focus on what matters most: creating great wine. 

Here’s how you can start:

	1.	Think about where you’re spending the most time: Is it manually writing down orders, 
                 organizing customer contacts, or checking your stock levels? That’s a good place to start.

	2.	Pick user-friendly tools: Look for tools that don’t need a lot of training, like simple software to 
                manage sales or apps to track your barrels.

	3.	Experiment with one task: Start with just one thing—maybe a digital order system—and see how 
                it improves your day.

	4.	Get your team involved: Let them try the new tools at their own pace and show them how it 
                 makes their job easier.

You don’t need to overhaul everything. A few small changes can make a big difference, without losing the heart of your winery.

Jim de Jager

Proyectos y mas Pty Ltd (Projects and More)

Proyectos y mas is a boutique organisation partnering with organisations small or large to deliver projects better and achieve their outcomes. An ideas and solutions company, we offer a range of practical project services to help deliver business transformation, business improvements and provide strategic advice to manage projects for short or long-term engagements.

Director

Bee Squared Consultants

Bee Squared Consultants is a Business Improvement Consultancy whose business focus is on organisational improvement, delivering efficiencies through Lean process improvement, project management and change management.

Contract - University of Adelaide
Organisation Sustainability Program - Project Manager, Local Workstream DASE.

Senior Consultant

Chamonix IT Solutions 

Chamonix IT Solutions provide consultancy to businesses across South Australia in Digital Transformation and Cyber Security Services. 

Contract - Flinders University, Information and Digital Services (IDS) Business Projects
Project Manager for the Discovery Stage of a Business Improvement Project for Travel within the University.
Project Manager for Stage One of Service Review of IDS concentrating on Incident Management and the introduction of Policy Guideline, Process Development and rollout of training for key stakeholders.

Consultant, Projects

Funds SA

Statutory Corporation of State Government providing funds management for dedicated Super Fund for SA public sector workers and several other statutory corporations. 

Implementation of the Dynamics 365 platform as part of the Digital Transformation Strategy. Introduction of a Finance System/General Ledger and Customer Relationship Management System (CRM) as part of the platform.

Project Manager

Primary Industries and Regions SA

State Government Agency with key economic development responsibilities across South Australia’s primary industries and regional communities. 

Responsible for the Business Operations team of 17 people providing an operational and strategic overview and business support for the key areas of Business Services (including Freedom of Information (FOI) and Records Management), Risk and Audit, Facilities Management, Procurement, Contracts and Legal Services and Rural Finance. Supporting the Executive Director, Corporate Services in the division's strategic planning and business continuity.

Manager, Business Operations & Strategy

Department for Environment and Water

State Government Agency with key responsibilities to conserve, sustain and prosper South Australia’s environment, national parks, landscapes and natural resources and secure water resources.

MANAGER, STRATEGY AND ANALYSIS						DEC 2018 – OCT 2019
Managing a team of 6 people with responsibility for the strategic overview of the Finance and Business Services Team, business improvements and projects within Finance and Business Services, analysis and insight provided to the wider agency in key areas of Risk and Audit, Strategic Asset Management, Strategic Property Management, and Project Management.

STRATEGIC PROJECT ANALYST							SEPT 2017 – NOV 2018
Responsible for initiating and delivering several operational projects and project management support to the Finance and Business Service Team. Coordination of all aspects of the project life cycle from initiation, scoping, stakeholder engagement, change adoption, business analysis and research, scheduling and monitoring, risk mitigation, budget review to execution, delivery, and closure.

Manager, Strategy & Analysis

Super SA

Statutory Corporation of State Government providing a dedicated Super Fund for South Australian public sector workers. 

Managing a team of 4 people with responsibility for the delivery of several strategic and operational projects. Coordination of all aspects of the project life cycle from initiation, scoping, stakeholder engagement, steering committees, business analysis and research, scheduling and monitoring, risk mitigation, reporting, and budget review to execution, delivery, and closure.

Project Manager - Business Delivery

ipac south australia

Financial Planning and Accounting business delivering financial and accounting advice across a wide range of personal and business clients. A subsidiary of the AMP Group. 

Reporting to the Executive Chairman. Responsible for executive support coordinating Board, Investment Committee and Fund Manager meetings, provision of input and advice on financial reports and supporting documents, project research and Project Management co-ordination.

Project Coordinator/EA to Executive Chairman

Bank of America Merrill Lynch

EMEA FFO Operations Manager

BNY Mellon | Pershing

Funds Relationship Manager/Operational Liaisons - AVP

I am an experienced and enthusiastic Program and Project Manager with a background in various sectors, including the public sector (State), financial services, funds management, and professional services in Australia and the UK. 

Having held several strategic and operational positions across the private and public sectors, I have gained expertise in various subjects and industries. I established my own business and consultancy, Proyectos y más (pronounced pro—yec—tos—ee—mas), specialising in project management, business transformation, business improvement, and business operations. The name reflects my passion for project management and my admiration for Spanish culture; thus, I decided to combine the two.

I have a knack for problem-solving, analysing situations, and identifying practical solutions, which naturally leads me to portfolio, program, and project management. Project managers possess inherent problem-solving skills, and I excel at evaluating alternative pathways to determine the best course of action for any situation.

I am fascinated by ideas and enjoy examining situations from diverse perspectives, seeking connections that can lead to innovative solutions. I value collaboration and partnering with others to develop creative ideas and implement successful outcomes.

With a mindset focused on continuous improvement and learning, I also pursue this in my personal life. I study wine through the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) and volunteer with the South Australian Chapter of the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM). I am passionate about supporting women in project management, as I have benefitted from the mentorship and support of remarkable women and men throughout my career.

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my two Cairn Terrier dogs, listening to music, attending live music gigs, going to the theatre to watch plays and ballet, and reading.

Professional Skills
- Portfolio, Program, and Project Management
- Strategic Planning and Implementation
- Leadership
- Business Transformation
- Business Improvement
- Change Management
- Risk Management
- Governance, Risk, and Compliance

Experience Overview
- Corporate Services Projects and Reforms
- Business Structure Transition
- Regulatory and Legislative Reforms
- Business Operations
- Risk and Audit
- Committees and Boards Governance
- Business Continuity

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