Ian Gordon

Experience

• 

  Qven Ltd

  Dec 2000 - Aug 2004

  Chairman & Non -Exec Director

  QVEN is an unlisted Public Company, and was a significant investor in many ICT related business areas. Oversaw the strategic analysis, M&A activities, and subsequent integration; ensured appropriate governance, and guided the company to listing status. Investment areas included Internet providors, Retail, FMCG and POS organisations.

• 

  GPS Online Ltd ( A QVEN Company)

  Jan 2003 - Aug 2004

  Chief Executive Officer

  This ASX listed company was invested in by QVEN. Originally advised the Board after a business sale was not completed appropriately. Subsequently became interim CEO, developing new sales strategies, processes and procedures. Led business development in several new sectors and managed all operating activities. Company renamed Industrea Ltd.

• 

  Gärtner Consulting

  Sept 2004 - Oct 2008

  Managing Partner - APAC

  Leadership role to improve sales, direction and control. Particular focus on Retail, FMCG and Finance sectors. Advised on major software development platforms and delivery mechanisms. Multiple engagement and delivery management roles. Strategic Planning, M&A, and implementation of these plans. Developed strong, trusted relationships with clients, partners and staff.

• 

  Huawei Technologies

  Feb 2010 - Mar 2014

  Director - Global Bus. Dev & Strategy - Huawei Services

  Managed and led the Strategy and Business Development Group within the Services BU (T/O US$8.9BN), advised the leadership of China’s major telecommunications provider on global strategy, market trends and competitor analysis. Based in the Global HQ in Shenzhen, this role was also responsible for strategic analysis, creating business cases, developing solution and product planning, and analyzing partnership and M&A opportunities for new and expansion opportunities. Marketing and product development oversight.• Led the project management of strategy redevelopment and subsequent implementation that resulted in an annual 17% average increase in sales, along with a 16% rise in annual profitability• Developed new business models for Retail Services, Managed Services, Enterprise Product and Cloud services - included G2M strategy, multiple partnering agreements, and managed the overall acquisition plan• Senior advisory member of software and solution groups, including product development• Developed and lead Customer Insight Program with the Top 25 Huawei customers globally• Coordinated, produced and managed the annual five-year strategic and business plans, including liaison with all other business entities within Huawei• Oversight of marketing department activities and branding development• Established and managed all major partner and strategic relationships, and M&A undertaking• Managed effective and efficient use of external analyst and research organizations • Member of the Senior Management Committee; Standards and Qualifications Committee; Services Professional Committee, and Global CFO Selection Group.• People development and team management along with other cross-functional project staff. Show less

• 

  GMTee Limited

  Jan 2014 - now

  Managing Director

  GMTee provides ongoing consultancy to companies in AsiaPac, from the very large to companies starting out. They include two telecommunication conglomerates in China and Korea, international manufacturers and service providers with Asian operations, along with consulting companies such as McKinsey and EY in Europe and USA. And being involved with a number of incubator centres, we also support new organisations and new technologies into the marketplace.We look at new business initiatives and start-ups, R&D and technology strategy, M&A opportunities and planning, e-market development and external relationships with suppliers and partners. We support the development of business strategies, corporate marketing and partnering plans with local and international suppliers. Having spent many years in AsiaPac and Europe, we know how to get your technology developed and then taken to new marketplaces.We have strong interaction with New Zealand and Australian governments particularly related to technology development and R&D, and ongoing trade opportunities. Our ability to develop new business, and well as enhancing existing clients stands us in good stead. Contact us, and see what we can do for your organisation !! Show less

• 

  TGFCorp

  Apr 2014 - now

  Partner

  TGFCorp provides ongoing consultancy to a number of international companies in China and overseas. They include two telecommunication conglomerates in China and Korea, international manufacturers and service providers with Asian operations, along with consulting companies such as McKinsey and EY in Europe and USA.Business initiatives, R&D and technology strategy, M&A opportunities and planning, e-market development and external relationships with suppliers and partners. Also completed several business strategy developments, corporate marketing and partnering plans with local and international suppliers. Interacts with New Zealand and Australian governments particularly related to technology development and R&D, and trade opportunities between the countries. Show less

• 

  Kea New Zealand

  Jul 2015 - now

  Member, World Class New Zealand Network

  Kea New Zealand World Class New Zealand NetworkKea is dedicated to increasing the influence and connections for New Zealand's export-focused businesses. More than 380 Kiwi’s constitute the invitation only, World Class New Zealand Network, as well connected and globally influential people.Kea's World Class New Zealand (WCNZ) network has been the organisation's most effective programme in helping New Zealand's export businesses, which it does through a series of one-to-one connections with New Zealanders who have already achieved significant business success on the world stage.Kea acts as a catalyst linking New Zealand businesses and Kiwis abroad, aiming to connect New Zealand exporters to market specific experts in Kea's global network who can provide them with one-to-one advice, feedback and in-country support. Show less

• 

  PPP-LifeCare

  Sept 2019 - now

  Founder and CEO

  PPP-LifeCarePPP-LifeCare was formed to develop a unique approach to the very established, but still rapidly growing wellness and health market. A multi-trillion dollar marketplace, mainly based on a “today” basis, PPP-LifeCare provides the ability to adopt an extended or lifelong approach to monitor, understand and manage goals, issues and outcomes for individuals, families and extended groups.PPP-LifeCare provides a brand-agnostic, information eco-system which allows a user to securely develop and manage their wellbeing and lifestyle program, as well as sharing selected information with their choice of health professionals, advisors and groups.Partners were excited to be part of an existing, major market that could easily be extended by relationships with many existing providers in multiple lifestyle sectors. PPP-LifeCare provides- Brand agnostic device analytics and delivery Information farming using ML & AI Collecting data and delivering knowledge Utilising scarce resources more effectively Giving people ability to manage their well-being, better!Ironically, this wellness business has been put on hold due to issues surrounding Covid-19, but will be ready to be reactivated quickly to take advantage of market directions, and support the ever increasing need for families and individuals in all communities during these troubled times.Overseas Aid ProgramsGMTee was approached to advise and support two major overseas aid efforts in a number of third world countries. With numerous contacts globally, we were able to provide assistance with structure, grants and benefactors, technology and project development.As well we developed all the product and procurement requirements, as well as undertaking the buying, delivery and QA aspects. Show less