Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Professional Qualifications
Board Experience - Lay member, NZ Psychologists Board
Board Experience - Northern Sydney Local Health District
Board Member - Aged Care Sector
Timeline
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Dianne Ball

Te Aro,NSW

Summary

Seasoned executive with a proven track record at Communio Ltd, adept in long-term strategy formulation and fostering robust relationships. Spearheaded strategic initiatives, driving organizational growth and operational excellence. Demonstrates adaptability and effective communication, ensuring regulatory compliance and stakeholder satisfaction.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Strategy

Communio Ltd
Mt Wellington, Auckland
01.2017 - Current
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive strategic plans to meet organizational objectives.
  • Created and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, government agencies, and other industry partners.
  • Overseen the daily operations of the organization and ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Managed executive team members to ensure successful execution of projects in a timely manner.
  • Facilitated board meetings and provided leadership guidance to senior management.
  • Recruited, trained, mentored, and managed employees at all levels within the organization.
  • Cultivated relationships with external organizations to build partnerships that benefited both parties.

CEO and Director

Communio Australia
North Sydney, NSW
03.2011 - 11.2016
  • Oversaw critical evaluation projects for various state-level and national organizations
  • Developed project plans, budgets and timelines to ensure successful completion of projects.
  • Created detailed reports outlining progress and any issues encountered during the course of a project.
  • Cultivated stakeholder relationships to maintain service delivery within budget constraints.
  • Assessed risk factors associated with each project and developed contingency plans accordingly.
  • Ensured compliance with organizational policies and procedures when executing projects.
  • Performed quality checks at every stage of development cycle to guarantee highest standards of output.

CEO

Australian College of Health Service Executives
Sydney, NSW
01.2007 - 12.2009
  • Created and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, government agencies, and other industry partners.
  • Managed executive team members to ensure successful execution of projects in a timely manner.
  • Directed long-term research initiatives to identify new markets for growth opportunities.
  • Implemented strategic offerings to enhance company's suite of products and services.

General Manager

McKesson Asia Pacific
Sydney, NSW
01.2004 - 11.2006
  • Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
  • Coordinated training activities for employees to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Created a positive work environment by developing team building activities that encouraged collaboration among departments.

Principal Consultant

PriceWaterhouseCoopers
Sydney, NSW
02.2001 - 12.2003
  • Developed, managed and delivered a range of consultancy services to clients.
  • Conducted research and analysis on complex business problems and prepared reports for stakeholders.
  • Coordinated activities between multiple departments in an organization.
  • Advised clients on how to best utilize resources to improve operational efficiency.
  • Created strategies for the successful implementation of projects within budget constraints.

Education

Diploma Corporate Governance - Corporate Governance

Corporate Secretaries Australia
Sydney
11-2012

Ph.D. - Strategic Change

University of NSW
Sydney
04-1994

MBA - Strategic Management

Deakin University
Geeling, Victoria
03-1994

Bachelor Health Administration - Health Administration

University of NSW
Sydney
04-1988

Skills

  • Long-Term Strategy Formulation
  • Business Strategy Development
  • Relationship Management
  • Corporate Governance
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Effective Communication
  • Regulatory Compliance

Affiliations

  • Enjoys music, theatre and movies
  • Practices yoga and fitness
  • Does regular voluntary work

Professional Qualifications

  • Graduate, Australian Institute of Company Directors
  • Fellow, Australian College of Health Service Management

Board Experience - Lay member, NZ Psychologists Board

  • Lay member - since August 2022
  • Chair of Competence, Conduct and Fitness Committee
  • Member of the Finance and Audit Committee

Board Experience - Northern Sydney Local Health District

  • Board appointed member from 2015 - Dec 2017
  • Chair of Consumer Engagement Committee
  • Member of Quality and Risk Committee

Board Member - Aged Care Sector

  • Board member Ku-Ring-Gai Aged Care - from 2015 - 2018, Chair Quality Committee
  • Non-Executive Director, Sisters of Mercey - from 2012-2015, Member of Governance Committee
  • Non-Executive Director, Sisters of St Josephs Aged Care, from 2009-2012
  • Non-Executive Director, Cumberland Disability, from 2008-2009

Timeline

Director of Strategy

Communio Ltd
01.2017 - Current

CEO and Director

Communio Australia
03.2011 - 11.2016

CEO

Australian College of Health Service Executives
01.2007 - 12.2009

General Manager

McKesson Asia Pacific
01.2004 - 11.2006

Principal Consultant

PriceWaterhouseCoopers
02.2001 - 12.2003

Diploma Corporate Governance - Corporate Governance

Corporate Secretaries Australia

Ph.D. - Strategic Change

University of NSW

MBA - Strategic Management

Deakin University

Bachelor Health Administration - Health Administration

University of NSW
Dianne Ball