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Peter Lamell

Non Executive Director

Peter Lamell M: 0403 763 210 E:  moc.d1745113336nopgi1745113336b@lle1745113336mal.r1745113336etep1745113336 Experienced Non-Executive Director, drawing on a history of proven success as a CEO, on over 25 boards of technology–based businesses. Strong skills in strategy and operations. Key Contributions as a Board Member Strategy Development and Operational Translation – strong combination of strategic skills and operational execution. Business Turnaround Experience – proven expertise in rapidly turning round businesses and identifying key drivers for building shareholder value. Governance and Risk Management – thorough experience of optimal governance processes (e.g. Shell) and building processes where appropriate governance and ethical structures were not in place. Broad Global Experience – successfully worked and operated in U.K, US, Europe, Asia, Pacific, Canada and Australia, turning around and building a number of complex businesses. Transformational Leadership - recognised as a strong, successful transformational leader Past Board Positions Over 25 boards in Energy, Power, Resources, Technology, Services and related sectors, including: Shell Company of Australia (12th largest company in Australia in  2012) Shell and JV Boards in U.S., European and other jurisdictions Hunter Enviro Mining Ltd. (Chairman) (Coal Recovery/Production and Mine Rehabilitation) HRL Ltd. (Power, technology and services) and JV Boards with Energy Australia & Bluescope Loyalty Pacific (Hong Kong) (Coles/NAB/Shell- Fly Buys Frequent Flyer Program) Not for Profit: Lorne Sculpture Biennale, Renew Australia, Australian Executive Overseas Program Key Senior Management Roles Silcar Pty Ltd - Chief Executive Officer - Revenue $500M, Workforce 2,500.                 2010 – 2013 Grew profit by 70% to $24M, secured $1.1B contract with NBN. Major player in telecommunications. Spotless Group - Group GM, Managed Services - Rev $1B, Workforce 15,000.                      2007 – 2009 Grew profit by 25%, despite recession, to $34M. Secured $400M of new business. HRL Ltd - Managing Director - Rev $100M, Workforce 600.                                                        2004 – 2007 Built shareholder value from zero to over $200M in three years. Advisory Business: commercialisation of innovative initiatives with focus  on Technology          2002 – 2003 Trade-Ranger: Chief Executive Officer of oil industry start-up based in Houston, Texas.        2000 – 2001 $100M up-front investment with 100 staff. Successfully taken to operational stage. Shell International: Senior Management, CEO roles and Australian Board.                           to 2000 Over 25 years’ experience in US, Canada, Europe and Asia in sales/marketing, strategy and turnarounds. Education & Professional Development             Melbourne Business School  - MBA - Corr’s Prize for Top Student London Business School - Corporate Finance Program Sussex University, England - B.Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry Fellow – AICD;  Member - MBS Alumni Association, The Athenaeum Club, Royal South Yarra


Expertise

  • ASX 100 Company
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Construction
  • Facilities Services
  • Fine Art
  • Marketing & Advertising
  • Mining & Metals
  • Nonprofit Organisation Management
  • Oil & Energy
  • Outsourcing/Offshoring
  • Renewables & Environment
  • Telecommunications
  • Utilities
  • Wine & Spirits
  • Governance
  • Business Acumen
  • Change Management
  • Communication
  • Diversity
  • Fundraising
  • Government Relations
  • Marketing
  • Senior Leadership
  • Strategic Thinking

Experience

  • Chair
  • Non Executive
  • Committee Member
  • Advisory Board Member
  • CEO
  • President

Board or Committee Experience

Title Sub Committee Company Name Industry
ChairmanHunter Enviro MiningResources
DirectorShell AustraliaOil, Energy & Resources
DirectorHRL LtdPower, Technology & Services
DirectorLoyalty Pacific (Hong Kong)Coles/NAB/Shell Frequent Flyer Program
DirectorBluescope/Silcar JVManufacturing & Maintenance
DirectorEnergy Australia/Silcar JVPower & Maintenance
PresidentLorne Sculpture Exhibition IncArts
DirectorRenew AustraliaUrban Regeneration

Executive Career Summary

Title Company Name Industry
CEOSilcarTelecomms
Group General ManagerSpotlessFacilities Management
Managing DirectorHRL Ltd.Power, Technology & Services
CEOTrade-RangerOil & Resources
Executive DirectorShell AustraliaOil, Natural Gas, Resources