Stephen Read

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About Stephen Read

Experienced board member, change leader and team builder, with a sound understanding of international development. Pragmatic and collaborative, with successful record of nurturing enduring and effective relationships with client organisations, stakeholders and team members at all levels. Excellent strategist, trusted adviser and lateral thinker, with the know-how to identify and mitigate risk and the ability to find simple solutions to complex problems. Inherent appetite for developing a company’s value and market position; instinctive understanding of internal and external clients; exceptional aptitude to recognise growth opportunities. Proven skills in adapting financial protocols to facilitate positive business turnarounds and in implementing productivity improvements, streamlining operations, overcoming barriers and driving efficiencies to increase profit. Strong work and customer ethic, high energy level and a determination to make life fun. Interested in learning more? Let’s talk. Areas of Expertise: Governance • Compliance • Board Expertise • Financial Proficiency • Thought Leadership • Change & Transformation • Strategic Development • International Markets • Risk Assessment & Mitigation • Stakeholder Engagement • Contract Negotiation • Consultancy • Non-Executive Director