Andrew Haddad

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

Chief Information Officer at AGL

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Overview

Andrew Haddad is the Group Chief Information Officer at AGL, driving technology and digital transformation in the energy sector. With over 22 years of experience at companies like One NZ (Vodafone) and nbn, he is a recognised people leader focused on customer-centric solutions. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering from RMIT University.

Andrew is passionate about fostering inclusive and innovative work cultures. He actively participates in events promoting diversity, such as Women 4 STEM, and celebrates cultural diversity within his teams. He believes that different perspectives are essential for developing better solutions and driving meaningful growth.

Unique fact: Andrew was named New Zealands CIO of the Year in 2021 for his transformative work at One NZ.

Personality Overview

Big Vision Person

Objective Evaluator

Direct & Assertive

They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.  They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time. Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.

Topics They Care About

AI in Energy
He is a vocal advocate for AI's role in the energy transition, speaking at events like the CEDA AI Leadership Summit to share AGL's strategy.
Cybersecurity Leadership
A frequent speaker at cyber summits, he frames cybersecurity as a critical business risk that requires executive engagement, not just a technical focus.
Diversity in Tech
Passionate about improving diversity, he speaks at events like "Women 4 STEM - Tech for Good" to discuss how different perspectives lead to better solutions.

Media Appearances

Andrew Haddad | Our leadership - AGL. Featured in AGL (official website)

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Andrew Haddad - Chief Information Officer at AGL - The Org. Featured in The Org

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AGL appoints new CIO. Featured in iTnews

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Work History

10-2023
Chief Information Officer at AGL
4-2023 - 10-2023
Chief Information Officer at One New Zealand
8-2019 - 4-2023
Chief Information Officer at Vodafone New Zealand
9-2018 - 7-2019
Executive General Manager - Field Services Transformation at nbn™ Australia
9-2017 - 8-2018
Executive General Manager - Systems Engineering & DevOps Transformation at nbn™ Australia

Education

Bachelor of Engineering from RMIT University
Prince 2 Foundation from Adaptive Frameworks

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Insights For Selling To Andrew

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • You can spend time on BANT (or other qualification methodology) but keep it to the point
  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside
  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine

DONT's

  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Andrew is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Andrew

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Andrew move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Andrew take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Andrew

Personality Compatibility


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