Nick Sissons

Head Of Emerging Technology at Hydro-Electric Corporation

Nick Sissons has a diverse work experience in various industries. Nick'smost recent roles include being the Head of Emerging Technology and the Head of New Energy Systems at Hydro Tasmania from 2018 onwards. Prior to that, they served as the Head of Product at QSR International from September 2017 to September 2018. Nick also worked as a Product Lead at Telstra from May 2013 to September 2017, where they led the development of customer and business experiences for Telstra's consumer mobile customers. Additionally, they were the Energy Efficiency Manager at EnergyAustralia from May 2012 to May 2013, a Contractor at Coles in 2011, a Strategist at Telstra from December 2006 to December 2010, a Commercial Analyst at Telstra Wholesale from May 2005 to December 2006, a Strategic Analyst at Origin Energy from 2001 to 2005, and a Consultant at Financial & Corporate Relations from March 2001 to May 2002.

Nick Sissons has a strong educational background with a focus on economics, political economy, international business, international relations, and politics. In 1994, they obtained a BA degree from the University of Canterbury, majoring in Politics. In 1996, they successfully completed their BA Honours, First Class degree in International Relations from Victoria University of Wellington. Following this, in 2000, Nick pursued an MSc degree in Development Economics, Political Economy, and International Business from The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).

In addition to their formal education, Nick has also obtained various certifications to strengthen their professional skills. In 2016, they completed the "Ideas to Action" course from IDEO U, which likely focused on creative problem-solving and innovation. In 2017, they obtained the "Professional Scrum Product Owner I" certification from Scrum.org, indicating their expertise in agile project management. Furthermore, in 2019, Nick completed the "Energy Innovation and Emerging Technologies program" from the Stanford Center for Professional Development, demonstrating their knowledge in the field of energy innovation.

Although there is a mention of the "Scotwork Advanced Negotiation Skills Course," no specific details are provided regarding its completion.

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  • Head Of Emerging Technology

    October, 2018 - present

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