What’s your career background, in brief?
Business development for Internet start ups, product management, PR and marketing, journalism, communications. It’s been a bit of an eclectic ride. Now I’m a content creator at Whiteoaks.
What’s the most challenging job you’ve ever had?
Once had a 30-minute presentation to give to an audience that spoke no English at all. It turned into a wild game of Pictionary.
What did you want to be when you grew up?
When I was 5, I wanted to be a bomb disposal expert. From the age of about 15 onwards, I knew I was going to be a writer.
What apps, technology items and gadgets can’t you live without?
I love how Bluetooth connects my car and phone. That’s my favourite piece of technology in the world.
What’s the best advice you’ve been given?
You’ll never know if you don’t give it a go.
Name one thing about your job that gives you a sense of satisfaction or makes you leave the office smiling…
I get a buzz creating content that people pay attention to.
What are you reading, watching, or listening to at the moment?
Watching old episodes of House M.D. and listening to Kid Loco.
Cabin in the mountains or house on the beach?
Cabin in the mountains. Skiing in winter, biking and hiking in the summer. But the odd weekend at the beach too, of course.
