Cathi Barker

Experience

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  Bay of Plenty Polytechnic

  Jan 1986 - Aug 1994

  Teacher

  Worked full time for a couple years teaching National Certificate in Business Studies, Computing and Economics, and then part time doing evening classes while working for Scion.

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  Scion

  Jan 1988 - Dec 1994

  Help Desk Manager
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  Software Solutions

  Jan 1994 - now

  Software Specialist

  My role at Software Solutions is both business owner and Software Specialist, I started my company Software Solutions in 1994 and I have spent nearly 40 years helping people get the most out of their software, either by supporting them, facilitating, developing or educating them. At Software Solutions we offer a Software Development service, creating software solutions such as custom databases, macros and code, templates, presentations, websites, and document sites to name a few using apps like Power BI, SharePoint, Power Query, Power Pivot, Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, Visio to name a few. We also offer support, consultancy and advice, so contact me today and let me help you achieve your goal.As part of my role, I deliver Software Training offering private, standard or customised training to large audiences, small groups, or individuals. I will cater to any learning requirement. Our Classroom Courses can be attended Face-to-Face or Remotely via MS Teams. If you would prefer to work completely on your own then look at our Online courses. Show less

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  Nyriad

  Aug 2019 - May 2020

  Technical Copywriter and Content Writer

  Write substantive creative copy and executed copyediting services for the following projects:● Technical whitepapers: “Impact of drive failure on productivity” and “Software-definedcomputational storage”● Technical user manual● Website re-design, including staging site and blog articles● Technology overview and introduction document● Early adopter programme● Zendesk customer service collateral● Nyriad explainer video● Recruitment collateral

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  Neighbourhood Support WBOP

  Aug 2023 - now

  Board Secretary

  I am a Board Member and the Board Secretary for the Western Bay of Plenty Neighbourhood Support not-for-profit. I am involved in the administration of this branch of this organisation and actively involved in events, meetings and projects that help build a safer, more confident and more caring community. In 2024 I became the Pyes Pa Road Street Coordinator and later the Pyes Pa and The Lakes Area Coordinator, because I have a passion for advocating and coordinating the development of a safer, resilient supported and connected community. Show less

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  Rea.Coach

  Mar 2024 - now

  Learning Facilitator

  I am extremely happy to confirm I have been contracted as a part-time Facilitator for the Technology Foundations Pathway with Rea. The purpose of this role is to enable world-class learning outcomes that prepare learners for a meaningful life & career by developing & delivering learning experiences that surprise, delight & inspire learners.

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  Pyes Pa Community Hall

  Sept 2024 - now

  Pyes Pa Hall Chairperson

  Chairperson of an Registered Incorporated Society and Committee. Incorporated Society 575434Governance of a Community Hall - Pyes Pa Settlers HallManagement of Community Hall maintenance, funding and operations - a venue for hireMission: To administer & maintain the Hall for the promotion & encouragement of the cultural, recreational and sporting interests of the residents of the WBOP DC area.