David Allan | Change Maker | Business Development

NAME
David Allan

WORK AS
Business Consultant

EXPERIENCE
Advanced

NATIONALITY
New Zealander

About Me

/Who am I

I began consulting in the 90’s specializing in business development and support, specializing in web, data management, project management, business analysis and training. I have an active personal interest in photography and video.

I have a diverse background in a variety of industries and help organizations to solve problems and grow.

The future of our people and planet depends on Social Enterprise. I work with a variety of organisations and community-based development projects and NGO’s in education and community-based tourism.

He aha te mea nui o te ao?
He tangata, he tangata, he tangata.
What is the most important thing in the world?
It is people, it is people, it is people.

- Helen Clark, Former New Zealand Prime Minister -

Services

/What I do

I help organizations work smarter, save time and money, to grow, by developing strategy, solving problems, minimizing risk, developing human resources and implementing effective processes and systems.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Working in business development over 30 years I have helped businesses, Governments, NGO and small business achieve growth, success and reduce costs. I am an effective leader and love to grow teams.

MARKETING

I help organizations with all aspects of online marketing and everything web and internet, from strategy to technical. I understand practical business needs and possess in-depth technical abilities and experience.

SOCIAL GOOD

I have been volunteering since I was a teenager with causes in New Zealand and abroad including youth and community development and education. I continue to share skills and develop capacity to help people reach their goals.

TRAINING

I help people learn more skills through small group and individual training specializing in productivity, time management, tools and technology, effective mobile use, online safety and social media.

Skills

100%Work Ethic

95%Technical

96%Team Work

98%Communication and Project Management

Statistics

35years of experience

863projects completed

94208hours of work

30976cups of coffee

testimonials

I really appreciated the opportunity to listen to a different perspective on entrepreneurship and international tourism. It particularly put our current Covid-19 situation here in Europe into perspective and changed my point of view.

Institut für Tourismuswirtschaft ITW.

A very capable web designer and system manager. A great communicator and planner, communicates quickly and has completed several projects a tight time frame in a very professional manner. He is open and honest in what is achievable and what is either expensive or impossible. These qualities are frequently very expensive or unattainable.

ROTARY.

David is exceptionally good at understanding our business needs and creating the solutions required. He is professional, easy to work with, friendly and reliable. Nothing is too much trouble and the ongoing support is excellent.

INSTITUTE OF FINANCIAL ADVISERS.

It was one of the most inspiring lectures during my entire studies.

Institut für Tourismuswirtschaft ITW.

A partnership relationship has developed, emerging opportunities are presented, and a thorough understanding of our business activities means that solutions can be developed to better meet the needs of our members and customers.

ROADMAKERS FEDERATION.

The database created for us greatly improved the efficiency of recording, analysing and reporting on public submissions on a major bill.

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, NEW ZEALAND.

Our new database means that we now have accurate and timely, real-time information. It has helped us to ensure staff workloads are healthy and equitable.

CHILDCARE ASSOCIATION.

David is quick to pick up on what is required, happy to answer queries quickly and are very good to deal with.

NEW ZEALAND POST.

David has been a godsend in repairing a database badly in need of renewing. Throughout what could have been a horrendous redesign, his sense of humour and expertise has made the whole process enjoyable.

AUCKLAND ZOO.

We found David to be friendly, knowledgeable, patient, and very accessible. He understood our needs and was able to convey complex ideas to us in ways that were helpful and informative. He provided prompt service, kept us updated regularly, and took the initiative to drive the project forward to completion.

COMMUNITY TRUST.

David gave good, practical advice which was easy to understand. He is very good to work with and highly adaptable.

NZRAF.

Social enterprise is a business model that puts people and community first, ahead of private or personal gain, while operating in a commercially viable and sustainable manner. Social enterprise is committed to social justice, social inclusion, enhancing quality of life, building community spirit and providing affordable and accessible services.

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I am an experienced professional in tourism, community development, management and IT. I specialize in strategy, project management, training, online systems and marketing.

Blog

/Some favourite posts

If you’re still reading, here is a collection of favourite quotes and interesting things I’ve collected.

Education

Blog

Jul 9

The absolute worst day ever

Become friends with people who aren’t your age. Hang out with people whose first language isn’t the same as yours. Get to know someone who doesn’t come from your social class. This is how you see the world. This is how you grow.

Nov 7

Aug 7

Wellington – the coolest little capital

Adventure is a path. Real adventure – self-determined, self-motivated, often risky – forces you to have firsthand encounters with the world. The world the way it is, not the way you imagine it. Your body will collide with the earth and you will bear witness. In this way you will be compelled to grapple with the limitless kindness and bottomless cruelty of humankind – and perhaps realize that you yourself are capable of both. This will change you. Nothing will ever again be black-and-white.

Jul 1

Apr 7

Little Wellington

A rare burst of fine weather in Wellington last winter allowed Michael Jooss to capture the city’s charms - and it also scooped him first prize in an international student…

Be the change you want to see in the world

Dec 7