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Michael Swinburn

Enthusiast · DISC type i
Finance Director Australia and New Zealand at BPW Transpec Pty Limited & Group
📍 Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

Michael Swinburn is a Chartered Accountant and the Finance Director for Australia and New Zealand at BPW Transpec. With over 15 years of experience, he specializes in strategy implementation, business process improvement, and human resource management. He holds an Honours degree from the University of Canterbury.

Based on his interest in New Zealands Department of Conservation (DOC), Michael appears to value the natural environment and conservation efforts. This suggests a potential appreciation for outdoor activities and the preservation of natural heritage, reflecting his connection to New Zealand.

He successfully developed, grew, and managed the sale of his previous business, Commercial Transport Spares Limited, to BPW Group.

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Experience
17 Years
Current Role
Finance Director Australia and New Zealand
Location
Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
Personality Overview

How Michael shows up

Amiable & Agreeable
Consensus Focused
Optimistic

They are generally friendly, so be careful when relying on their word. They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional. Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.

Priorities

Topics Michael cares about

Strategic M&A
He has direct experience developing a business (Commercial Transport Spares Ltd) with the specific strategy to position it for a successful sale.
ERP Implementation
Has a proven track record of successfully managing and implementing new ERP packages to streamline business operations and improve customer engagement.
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Career

Work history

1-2021 - 12-2021
Finance Director Australia and New Zealand
BPW Transpec Pty Limited & Group
7-2018 - 12-2020
General Manager
BPW Aftermarket NZ Limited
1-2010 - 7-2018
Director
Commercial Transport Spares Limited
6-2009 - 11-2009
Financial Controller
Royal Bank of Scotland Business
6-2008 - 6-2009
Financial Controller
Merrill Lynch
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
2006 - 2007
Chartered Accountant
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
2000 - 2003
Bachelor’s Degree (Honours)
University of Canterbury
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.

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