Carol Pollaro Ross

Experience

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  Philip Morris International

  Jan 1986 - Jan 1988

  Engineer

  Various manufacturing process improvement roles

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  GE Aviation

  Jan 1988 - Jan 1993

  Engineer

  Management Development Program including rotations as process engineer, shop floor supervisor and value engineer. Subsequently went on to manage vendor relationships in Australia.

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  Procter & Gamble

  Jan 1994 - Jan 1994

  Marketing Intern

  Responsible for marketing launch of new product across Benelux. Included data analysis, managing creation of bilingual marketing collateral and developing customer relationships for campaign promotion.

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  A.T. Kearney

  Jan 1995 - Jan 1998

  Management Consultant

  Various project work in logistics, healthcare and telco covering topics ranging from process improvements, cost reduction, leadership effectiveness and risk management.

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  Pollaro and Ross Associates

  Jan 1998 - Jan 2013

  Director

  Numerous consulting and L&D clients across professional services, public sector, telecommunications, and financial services. - Developed and delivered comprehensive and experiential orientation program for incoming talent at the Victorian Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPC). Continued to facilitate and run program for a period of 3 years to embed within the organisation. - Created and facilitated bespoke communication skills program for Vanguard Australia - Crafted and facilitated L&D programs on leadership, presentation and communication skills for professional services client across AP spanning a 10 year period. Included on site 1:1 coaching to support content delivery. - Responsible for risk management assessment and action planning stream as part of Telstra Y2000 program Show less

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  Storm Dance Theatre

  Jan 1998 - Jan 1999

  Executive Producer and Principal Dancer

  Managed finances and generated in kind support for neophyte dance company. Principal dancer for series of performances at the Malthouse in Melbourne.

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  The Boston Consulting Group

  Jan 2001 - Jan 2004

  Learning and Development Manager

  Responsible for L&D strategic planning, training and talent development initiatives from inception to execution for both consulting and business services across Australia/NZ. Included oversight and management of annual national firmwide event for all employees.

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  Florence Road Kinder

  Nov 2004 - Nov 2007

  Treasurer

  Managed kinder finances including budgeting, statutory reporting, book keeping and payroll. General governance and compliance responsibilities.

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  Cathy Freeman Foundation

  Jul 2009 - Oct 2010

  General Manager

  GM for start-up not-for-profit organisation focused on delivering education opportunities to create positive outcomes in the lives of Indigenous children from Palm Island. Overall role included setting the strategic direction for the Foundation and steering the organisation to achieve its objectives. Functional responsibility included program development and oversight, fundraising, HR, media/PR and financial management -Within one year secured cash funding worth $940,000; well over $1 million including in-kind donations - more than double previous annual income.- Defined core brand identity leading to clear communication strategy- Developed inaugural strategic plan and budget. Responsible for driving plan to budget -Created and produced newsletter prototype as well as appeal letters and periodic donor communications utilising both printed material and social media. -Coordinated and drove Board processes including setting the agenda, preparing board documentation and follow up -Researched and established strategic partnerships to achieve impact within the community which resulted in key partnership for delivering an early childhood literacy program. Fully funded for three years. -Implemented HR framework which included creating role descriptions, KPIs and performance development process to recruit, retain and develop staff -Managed complex key stakeholder relationships including Government, the PI community, CFF partners, donors and the not-for-profit sector.- Liased with media/PR to generate and maximise coverage of the Foundation and communicate key messages- Designed organisation structure to accommodate rapid growth and allocate resources Show less

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  KAGE Dance Theatre

  Aug 2010 - Jul 2015

  Non-Executive Director/Treasurer

  Westpac Community Treasurer Award - 2011Responsible for budget oversight, monthly board reporting and governance. Led recruiting efforts for key roles.

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  Boston Consulting Group (BCG)

  Oct 2013 - Jan 2024

  Provide strategic direction across AP business services in support of BCG's overall objectives. Responsible for shaping and facilitating rollout of global initiatives and alignment of HR processes across AP. Drive key analyses to better understand and manage the business more effectively. HR scope encompasses full hire-retire cycle including sourcing of talent for key roles across AP, compensation philosophy and benchmarking, performance management, learning & development, employee engagement, risk management and direct responsibility for AP senior leadership as well as a growing regional team across 15 countries. Show less

  • Asia Pacific BST Talent Development Senior Director

    Sept 2021 - Jan 2024

  • Asia Pacific Business Services People Team Director

    Oct 2013 - Sept 2021
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  L2R Dance

  Jun 2018 - now

  Non Executive Director/Interim Chair

  L2R is a grassroots not-for profit and registered Australian charity that connects with marginalised young people living in Melbourne’s west. L2R uses the universal language of dance and the global youth culture of hip hop to promote inclusion, celebrate diversity while fostering creativity and a thriving dance community.

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  Pollaro & Ross Associates

  Jan 2024 - now

  Director

  Having a career spanning 30+ years in various roles, functions and industries, I have always had a passion for growing and developing people. Officially 'retiring' from full time corporate life as of this year, I am building a portfolio career that enables me to give back and contribute to the success of others. This includes working with NFPs as well as providing bespoke L&D programs and coaching with a focus on leadership. In addition, I recently completed a Diploma of Visual Arts and receptive to exploring creative opportunities. Show less

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  Satellite Projects Inc

  Nov 2024 - now

  Non Executive Director/Committee Member