Michael Smith Bcomm (Econs)

Michael Smith BComm (Econs)

Full Name: Michael Kieran Smith Contact Mobile: +61 404 454 196 Information Telephone: (08) 9450 3259 E-mail: [email protected] Address: 25 Cashel Way Waterford 6152

Skill Summary . Advanced computer skills, particularly in the Microsoft Office Suite, including experience in Calender and using the Internet to support client needs. . Well developed communication and interpersonal skills to develop effective relationships with clients. . Good time management and organisational skills to effectively plan work tasks and meet deadlines. . Conflict resolution and negotiation skills to support business needs.

Relevant November 2008 Economics Consulting Services Applecross Experience Consulting Economist Accountabilities of the role include: . Provide key strategic consulting advice on two projects, one in November 2008 and the other in January 2009. . Extensive use of data sources such as the Australian Bureau of Statistics . Climate Change consulting in response to the Green paper and the Government’s proposed Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme . Native Title settlements in particular reference to mining revenues

July 2007 – Oct 2008 Akamai Management Group Perth Business Analyst Accountabilities of the role include: . Development and provision of corporate advice, including strategic consultation and investments. . Liaison with clients to ascertain requirements prior to developing and recommending strategies to achieve the desired outcomes. . Valuation and modeling, including discounted cash flow models, case study and industry analysis. . Co-ordination of Information Technology processes for the company – including purchasing, maintenance and technical support.

2005-2006 WestNet Perth Technical Support & Customer Service Officer Accountabilities of the role included: . Providing troubleshooting and technical support to customers over the telephone . Use of Microsoft Exchange, strong knowledge of TCP/IP settings, network configurations and wireless setups . Training new staff as senior technical support

Relevant 2005-2008 Curtin University Bentley Education . Completed a Bachelor of Commerce (Economics) in July 2008 . Strong results in Econometrics, Game Theory, Finance & Business Capstone . Full academic record can be presented upon request

1996-2004 Wesley College South Perth . Successfully graduated secondary school and obtained my High School Certificate in 2004. . TER of 83.4 in 2004. . I was a captain for both hockey and cricket teams, and also chose to coach & umpire hockey on behalf of my school.

Interests My interests include, but are not limited to: . Team sports like cricket, hockey & indoor soccer. . Health and fitness, particularly bodybuilding . Food (Nutrition and Cooking) . Travelling (have travelled extensively throughout Asia throughout 2009) . Computers (Hardware assembly, gaming and networking) . Cars (modifying imports)

Referees Academic Referee: Dr. Felix Chan Associate Professor – Head of Finance Telephone: 08 9266 7760 E-mail: [email protected]

Professional Referee: Murray Meaton Director, Economic Consulting Services Telephone: 08 9315 9969 E-Mail: [email protected]