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Annalie KILLIAN

Annalie KILLIAN

Strategy Executive
Menton

Summary


Strategic professional with gift for fostering high-value relationships and impactful partnerships. Adept in leveraging industry insights and collaboration across tea ms to drive business results. Known for creative solutions and adaptability, and quick alignment with dynamic business goals. A curious mind and a critical thinker valuable in strategy and foresight processes, but equally capable at execution. Resilient, resourceful and reliable in highly dynamic and uncertain environments.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Strategic Partnerships Director

DDB Worldwide
New York, New York
03.2025 - Current
  • Established strategic partnerships by identifying and pursuing potential partners in key disciplines and industries.
  • Increased company revenue with the development of mutually beneficial partnership agreements.
  • Identified and onboarded 12 new Strategic Advisors , expanding the firm’s capability and value proposition and generating $15M in new revenue.
  • Identified and developed high-profile strategic alliances with leading research institutions that expanded capability, shaped innovative solutions and strengthened brand image
  • Negotiated favorable contract terms to secure successful long-term collaborations with industry leaders.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teamwork to ensure successful execution of joint projects with partners.
  • Developed comprehensive strategies to drive growth and business expansion via strategic alliances.
  • Managed partner relationships, ensuring alignment on goals and collaboration on marketing initiatives.
  • Spearheaded events, conferences, and trade-shows to represent the company''s interests and cultivate new relationships in target markets.
  • Implemented efficient processes for managing a high volume of partnership inquiries and business applications.
  • Improved partner satisfaction rates through consistent communication that fostered open collaboration and trust
  • Identified opportunities for upselling products or services within existing partner accounts, driving additional revenue streams for the company across various sectors.

Directrice Exécutive Stratégie

Proximity Worldwide
Paris
08.2021 - 11.2024
  • Led Strategic Partnerships out of France for sparks & honey in NYC exclusively. See scope and achievements below.

VP Strategic Partnerships

Sparks & honey
New York, New York
06.2016 - 07.2021
  • Led the development and execution of an Advisory Board partner strategy on client projects resulting in a 30% increase in average project revenue, and elevated quality of consulting output.
  • Identified, onboarded managed an Advisory Board Panel of 100 members, and a network of 2000 specialists, scaling the firm’s capability and value proposition into new market segments with a 60% improvement in productivity.
  • Optimized partner onboarding processes and time to market reducing time-to-productivity by 50%
  • Regularly assessed partnership performance using KPIs, providing actionable insights that improved partner retention to 98%
  • Fed the new business pipeline by generating an average of 500 new business leads per year, achieving a conversion rate of 5.2%
  • Secured long-term revenue generation by identifying and nurturing high-value strategic partnerships in alignment with company objectives.
  • Leveraged personal network connections within target industries to foster introductions and explore potential collaboration opportunities.
  • Oversaw all aspects of contract negotiations from initial drafting through execution, ensuring mutually beneficial terms for all parties involved in the agreement process.
  • Facilitated knowledge sharing among partners through workshops, conferences, and other networking events designed to strengthen ties within the ecosystem.
  • Championed a culture of innovation within the organization through thought leadership on emerging trends relevant to strategic partnerships.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of partnership efforts into overall business strategy.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of strategic partner relationships, ensuring mutual success and alignment with business objectives.
  • Analyzed market trends and competitor activities, adjusting partnership strategies accordingly for optimal performance.

Director Innovation, Communication & Culture

AMP Financial Services
Sydney
04.2000 - 12.2015
  • Developed and executed the annual employee engagement and corporate communication and culture strategy that increased the employee engagement score from 35% to 78% over 10 years.
  • Designed and implemented the corporate innovation program resulting in a 10% increase in the Customer Net Promoter Score and the spin-out of 12 start-ups over a 10 year period.
  • Led the digital transformation of communication and collaboration processes company-wide resulting in improved strategic alignment across business divisions and geographies and maintaining employee engagement above 75% company-wide.
  • Represented the organization at industry conferences and executive meetings, enhancing the company’s reputation as a leading brand and innovator in Financial Services.
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
  • Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.

Director Public Affairs

BHP Ltd
Richards Bay
04.1989 - 07.1998
  • Developed and executed the corporate communication and social responsibility program that resulted in numerous national and international awards for measurable impact in both environmental and community spheres.
  • Established a landmark partnership and ran this as a loan CEO and later Chairman, to rapidly scale and deliver community infrastructure. Raised millions in government and foreign investment and created 200 new regional jobs and many more indirect downstream economic opportunities for an impoverished rural community.
  • Developed and implemented a Total Quality Management Program resulting in ISO 9000 Certification, and a reduction of defects, rework and waste by 57% over 3 years.
  • Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop cohesive messaging across all marketing channels and platforms.
  • Managed crisis communications effectively to protect the organization''s reputation during challenging situations.
  • Streamlined internal communications by creating and managing a centralized information hub for employees.
  • Conducted ongoing evaluation of public affairs efforts, using insights to inform future strategy and build on past successes.
  • Championed internal communication initiatives that fostered employee morale while reinforcing company values.
  • Crafted compelling speeches and op-eds for executive leadership, positioning them as thought leaders within their industry.
  • Leveraged social media platforms creatively to engage target audiences directly while promoting key messages and initiatives effectively.

Analyst & Business Consultant

Deloitte
Johannesburg
01.1984 - 03.1989
  • Improved decision-making processes, providing senior management with detailed analysis and actionable insights.
  • Implemented predictive analytics techniques that enabled proactive adjustments to business strategies based on emerging trends.

Education

Diplôme CIEF De Français - A1/2, B1/2

L’Université De Bourgogne
Dijon, France
01.2020 - 01.2021

Executive Program - Changement Exponentiel

Singularity University
Palo Alto, Californie

Diplôme d'Etudes Supérieures Innovation Stratégique - undefined

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Diplôme exécutif en gestion d'entreprise - undefined

Melbourne Business School

Baccalauréat en commerce - spécialité comptabilité, économie d'entreprise

Université d'Afrique du Sud

Skills

  • Leadership

  • Vision Definition

  • Creativity

  • Public Speaking

  • Business Plan Execution

  • Partnership Development

  • Negotiation

  • Relationship Management

  • Joint Ventures

  • Culture and Engagement

  • Entrepreneurship

  • Budget and Financial Management

  • Analysis

  • Reporting

  • Emerging Technology

  • Microsoft Office

  • Mac Suite

Stakeholder Management

  • Cross-Functional Leadership

  • Critical Thinking

  • Problem-solving

  • Public Relations

  • Leading Teams

  • Process Design

  • Event Management

  • Brand Management

  • Effective Communication

  • Project Management

  • Teaching

  • P&L Management

Influencer engagement

Data-driven decision making

Industry expertise

Financial acumen

Growth strategies

Branding

Partnership development

Revenue generation

Stakeholder management

Process development

Microsoft office

Teamwork and collaboration

Problem-solving abilities

Creative thinking

Verbal and written communication

Critical thinking

Strategic planning and alignment

Interpersonal communication

Analytical skills

Crisis management

Strategic marketing

Project management

Relationship building

Performance tracking

Certification

Certified Chair Executive Program, Advisory Board Centre, London

Accomplishments

  • Intervenante TEDX
  • Social Media Power 50
  • Top 20 Women in Marketing (Australie 2016)
  • LinkedIn Top 10 des marketeurs

Passions

  • Strategic Partnerships
  • Emerging Trends & Technology

Main Achievements

  • Created and grew the largest Business Innovation brand (AMPLIFY) in the Southern Hemisphere and grew revenue 1000% over 10 years.
  • Closed landmark funding partnerships with government and global corporations and subsequently delivered numerous large-scale community infrastructure projects in rural Africa, creating access to education, health services and entrepreneurial opportunities for a regional population of 2 million people.

Board Roles

  • France/Monaco Ambassadrice de Savvitas.org- World Businesswomen
  • Ambassadrice de l'industrie au New York City Innovation Collective
  • Board of InQ: Accélérateurs et incubateurs de start-ups en Inde, aux Émirats arabes unis et en Australie.
  • Conseil consultatif: Metakura - une startup Medtech qui guérit le diabète.
  • The Founders Institute, un accélérateur mondial de startups et un partenaire financier.
  • Ambassadrice des États-Unis, Female Wave of Change - une ONG mondiale soutenant les femmes.
  • Board of Advisors, The Social Index, une startup HR Tech fondée par des femmes.
  • Mentor de Meeco, une start-up fondée par des femmes dans le domaine de la technologie financière, des données et de la protection de la vie privée.
  • Mentor d'Orbispace, une plateforme de jeux australienne fondée par des femmes.

Timeline

Strategic Partnerships Director

DDB Worldwide
03.2025 - Current

Directrice Exécutive Stratégie

Proximity Worldwide
08.2021 - 11.2024

Diplôme CIEF De Français - A1/2, B1/2

L’Université De Bourgogne
01.2020 - 01.2021

VP Strategic Partnerships

Sparks & honey
06.2016 - 07.2021

Director Innovation, Communication & Culture

AMP Financial Services
04.2000 - 12.2015

Director Public Affairs

BHP Ltd
04.1989 - 07.1998

Analyst & Business Consultant

Deloitte
01.1984 - 03.1989

Executive Program - Changement Exponentiel

Singularity University

Diplôme d'Etudes Supérieures Innovation Stratégique - undefined

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Diplôme exécutif en gestion d'entreprise - undefined

Melbourne Business School

Baccalauréat en commerce - spécialité comptabilité, économie d'entreprise

Université d'Afrique du Sud

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