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Digital Business leader driving Customer Experience, Insights, Strategy, Data, Loyalty, #CX #Insight #strategy

After nearly 20 years of professional experience across multiple different cities in Asia-Pac, I am preparing to return to Australia. While I could say "returning home," each city I have lived in - Shanghai, Hong Kong, Melbourne & Singapore - has felt like home in its own special way. It is with a heavy heart that I leave a city I love, a rewarding career pivot, and an outstanding team with significant potential for growth. But it is time. This decision marks a couple of firsts for me: the first time I haven't transitioned directly from one company to another, and the first time I will be "unemployed" (hopefully brief). As I conclude this remarkable chapter filled with invaluable learning experiences in a new industry, I plan to take a short break before actively seeking my next professional challenge. I would greatly appreciate the support of my network in identifying potential roles in Melbourne. Enjoy these photos I took of these amazing cities (perhaps photography for my next career move 😅). Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore & Melbourne.

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Eliza Obordo-Claravall

Embedding a best in class insights practice in customer/client experience (CX).

1mo

Dale, I am very sad that you are leaving our team but also happy that you are returning home. You have been an amazing boss to me and value the 2 and a half years that we got to work together. I still remember that coffee chat we had at Tanglin Mall when you asked me if there’s a question that I think you should pose to me. My answer was: “When can you start?”Thank you for taking a chance on me that day and for letting me start my client-side career. You will be missed. All the best!

Paul Walker

Global Leader | Chief Operating Officer Kynetec | Board Advisor

1mo

Best wishes Dale. That ‘repatriation’ is a strange beast. Go well.

Helene Quenu (Donegan)

ERG & Executive Coach | Strategic Insights & Analytics | Creative Collaboration | Innovation | Inclusive Leadership

1mo

All the best Dale. What a wonderful journey you have been on. I'm glad we met somewhere on that path. Any company would be lucky to have you and be wise to snap you. Best for the "repatriation" - funny that my essay to get accepted in my business school, million years ago, was about "repatriates" - Best to you and Jo!

Syed Parvez Basha

Digital Products Data Analytics

1mo

Its really sad that you are leaving the team. You are an excellent leader and very down to earth person. I am very fortunate that I got a chance to work under your leadership. Thank you so much for everything you did for us. But this is not the end. I hope we cross paths again.

Andy Cooper

Founder | Consultant | Advisor | CEO | Board Member | Investor

1mo

Amazing international career with so many incredible achievements. Enjoy the break and look forward to reading the next chapter back in AUS 👍

Scott Wilson

Strategy & Insights | Regional Digital Transformation | Business Performance | CX

1mo

Thank you Dale. Have really appreciated our insight and CX conversations. The passion for your craft is unparalleled. Hope we can continue it virtually in your next adventure(s). All the best.

Duoli Wei

Strategic Finance, Pricing Strategy and Analysis

1d

Still keep the farewell letter you wrote to me. Lucky to have you as our leader and all the bests☺️

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Lara Truelove

Center for Experience Management Program Leader | XMP | Customer Experience | Insights

1mo

You will be missed Dale!!! Thank you for your incredible support to the community here. You have shown the way, going above and beyond to encourage, support and share your experiences and wisdom with the practitioner community! Wishing you all the very best as you head back to Oz and hopefully a beer or two before then!

Jasmine Medwell

Group Sustainability Manager

1mo

Safe travels back to Melbourne Dale and can’t wait to catch up when you are back.

Melody Miranda

Office Manager and Executive Assistant

1mo

What an incredible 20 years Dale. Melbourne is ready to welcome you back :)

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