Cat Drayer

Experience

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  Freelance Theatre

  Jan 1995 - Jan 2002

  Freelance Theatre Lighting Technician
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  Dick Smith Electronics

  Jan 1999 - Jan 2001

  Sales
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  Resene Paints Ltd

  Sept 2002 - Sept 2006

  • Duty Manager and Sales

    Sept 2004 - Sept 2006

  • Salesperson

    Sept 2002 - Aug 2004
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  ING

  Sept 2006 - Sept 2007

  Life Insurance CSR
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  Kiwibank

  Sept 2007 - Jun 2015

  As the credit cards specialist, I started off doing second level support and systems configuration, including writing SQL and COBOL, and became the de facto project lead for credit cards after several restructures. I was involved in several major credit card projects, including a suite of new cards products and a transaction statement overhaul. I was also the central point for card knowledge, 3rd party relationship and stakeholder management, and system configuration for the credit card mainframe system.As a recognized technical expert, I have led stakeholder engagement anddelivery of CCCFA and UMCC projects to streamline core system functionalityand upgrade business processes.A few major accomplishments are listed below:• Assigned as Solution Architecture Consultant to develop and implementintegration and staging changes.• Recognized as the sole Technical SME for the Credit Cards and StatementsProject to deliver technical guidance to project stakeholders and end users.• Defined technical requirements, designed the Base global systemconfiguration, managed regular releases, and developed and tested new Airpoints Credit Card products, while working closely with FIS.• Strengthened capability of the lending application processing system byclosely collaborating with DecTech to resolve issues and implement changes,new releases, and updates. Show less

  • Senior Technical Business Analyst

    May 2015 - Jun 2015

  • Business Analyst

    Feb 2010 - May 2015

  • Personal Finance Service Team CSR

    Sept 2007 - Feb 2010
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  ANZ

  Nov 2015 - Mar 2016

  Business Analyst

  During my fixed-term contract as the Business BA, I ended up working on both sides of the line, as Business Lead and helping the Technical Lead when one of the team passed away. We worked together to create naming conventions and requirements mapping as well as discovery, requirements elicitation, and process mapping.My selected accomplishments:• Optimized business and technical systems by analyzing current processes,designing modifications, and leading implementation of effective solutions.• Upskilled junior business analysts to achieve higher performance andrefine knowledge of document peer review, business analysis techniques, andcritical thinking.• Assigned as Technical Lead to manage the planning and delivery of the PRMmigration program to successful completion.• Recognized as SME to deliver technical guidance and competency,documentation and training to apply and leverage application functionality. Show less

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  Copper Catkin

  Jan 2016 - Jul 2021

  Small Business Owner

  I am an artist and surface designer, using my artwork in hand-crafted jewellery, custom-printed fabrics, self-published colouring books, craft kits, and OOAK scarves.With strong leadership skills and event management expertise, I set up andexpanded a successful small craft business.A small selection of my accomplishments:• Executed event management for well-established clients such as WRRfundraiser, Petone Indoor Markets, and Wrought Makers' Markets.• Performed social media management for multiple companies including CopperCatkin, Copper Catkin Consulting, WRR, PIM, WMM, Eat, Drink, and Be Crafty2019, and Drayer, Ink. Show less

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  Healthcare of New Zealand Limited (Healthcare NZ Community Health)

  May 2016 - Apr 2017

  I worked as Lead Technical BA and de facto Technical PM on project Harbourside, which included process mapping, process improvement, contract analysis, software migration and re-design, tech spec, report creation in SQL and Access, software configuration, regulatory compliance, and resource management, as well as the standard requirements gathering and stakeholder management that is part of all business analysis roles.By leveraging deep understanding of business requirements and projectmanagement methodology, I have managed the implementation of criticaltechnology enhancement projects and multiple cross-functional deliveryteams.My most notable accomplishments are listed below:• Managed, planned, and monitored a complex technical enhancement project onbehalf of the Project Manager by leveraging my understanding of the company'stechnical system.• Turned around a difficult project by securing project stakeholders' buy-in, promoting transparency and open communication, completing processmapping, efficiently planning project activities, and identifying technologygaps.• Built a high-performing project team by mentoring and guiding top talentemployees, streamlining workflows, establishing clear expectations, andfostering team collaboration and open communication.• Strengthened business system capability by leading the planning andimplementation of effective technical improvement projects, training staffand end users, and drafting comprehensive technical documentation. Show less

  • Senior Business Analyst

    Jul 2016 - Apr 2017

  • Senior Business Analyst Contract

    May 2016 - Jul 2016
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  Copper Catkin Consulting

  Feb 2017 - Jul 2021

  Director

  Copper Catkin Consulting is a branch of Copper Catkin focused on market stallholders. Love what you sell? Show every customer! Copper Catkin Consulting can help you #WorkYourQuirk and optimise your display skills.https://www.facebook.com/CopperCatkinConsulting/

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  Petone Winter Markets

  Jun 2017 - Feb 2019

  Event Manager

  Petone Winter Markets was part of the Copper Catkin Consulting portfolio of craft markets and events, but has now been donated to Outpawed.

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  Drayer Ink

  Jun 2020 - now

  Board Game designer and Illustrator

  In this role, I design, test, illustrate, project manage, publish, and produce my own board games.

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  Meeple Syrup Show

  Nov 2022 - now

  Co-Host

  I am officially a co-host on the Meeple Syrup show, game designers discussing design.

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  Launch Tabletop

  May 2023 - Aug 2023

  Marketing Coordinator
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  Rem alternis productions

  Apr 2024 - now

  Marketing Manager

  As a Marketing Manager for Rem Alternis Productions, I work with one or more clients to achieve their goals through the use of social media and other communications channels.