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Barbara Going

Examiner · DISC type cs
National Manager Business Development - First Aid Training at New Zealand Red Cross
📍 Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

Barbara Going is a seasoned sales and business development professional with over 20 years of experience driving strategic growth across the education, publishing, insurance, and media industries. In her current role as National Manager at the New Zealand Red Cross, she leverages her expertise in customer acquisition and relationship management. She holds a Bachelors Degree from the University of Auckland.

Barbaras professional certifications in "Safeguarding Young People" and "Equality and Diversity" reflect a specialized interest in creating safe and inclusive environments within international schools.

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Experience
10 Years
Current Role
National Manager Business Development - First Aid Training
Job Level
Middle
Location
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Personality Overview

How Barbara shows up

Overcautious
Process Oriented
Late Adopter

The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof. Being observant comes to them naturally. They do not like taking risks at all and go for proven options in the end.

Priorities

Topics Barbara cares about

Business Development
Has over two decades of experience in business development and sales roles across a diverse range of industries, including non-profit, education, and insurance.
Customer Acquisition
Previously served as the Head of Customer Acquisition and Experience for the APAC region at ACG Schools, showcasing a strong background in this area.
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Career

Work history

3-2026
National Manager Business Development - First Aid Training
New Zealand Red Cross
7-2025 - 3-2026
Business Development Manager
iPayroll
11-2023 - 11-2024
Head of Customer Acquisition and Experience (APAC)
ACG Schools
6-2022 - 11-2023
Business Development Manager
ICIB Limited - Independent Risk Advisers & Insurance Brokers
5-2015 - 6-2022
Business Development Manager
Penguin Random House New Zealand
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Media appearances

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Education
Bachelor's Degree
University of Auckland
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

c

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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