Antonio Kang (GAICD) has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning several industries and roles. Antonio began their career at MERZ Australia PTY LTD as an Engineer from 1990 to 1991. Antonio then joined IBM Global Business Services as a System Engineer from 1991 to 1992. After that, they worked at Vodafone Australia, where they served as a Senior Engineer from 1994 to 1997 and later became the Corporate Regulatory Compliance & Network Quality Assurance Manager from 1997 to 1999.
Kang then joined Optus, where they held various roles. Antonio served as the IT Business Manager for Customer Care & Mobile Products from 1999 to 2003, the IT Program Director for 3G Products & Mobile Contents Transformation Program from 2003 to 2005, and the IT Business Executive for Portfolio Growth with a focus on CRM Integration from 2006 to 2008. Antonio also served as the Group Manager for Product Development and Strategy, overseeing multibillion-dollar revenue across three business groups, from 2008 to 2011. Later, they became the Director of Strategic Delivery, leading strategic initiatives and programs for the ICT Enterprise Business Unit from 2011 to 2012.
In 2013, Kang joined humm group as the Group Head of Strategic Delivery | Head of Merger and Integration Services. In this role, they provided advisory and leadership to strategy execution and transformation programs, particularly M&A and project delivery, until 2019.
From 2019 to 2022, Kang co-founded and served as the Co-Founder & CEO of Syntax and Scope, and as the Chief Digital Officer (CDO) at FirstWave Cloud Technology. In these positions, they focused on driving digital innovation, growth strategies, and the execution of high-impact transformation programs.
Currently, Antonio Kang (GAICD) is the Head of Digital & Technology PMO & Program Management at Levande, a role they started in August 2022.
Antonio Kang's education history can be summarized as follows:
Antonio Kang completed a Digital Transformation course at the Boston Consulting Group in 2020. In 2017, they attended the Australian Institute of Company Directors and obtained a Company Directors Course (GAICD) certification.
In terms of formal education, Antonio studied Telecommunications Engineering at the University of Technology Sydney, where they obtained a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree. Additionally, they pursued an MBA in Technology Management at Deakin University.
In terms of additional certifications, Antonio achieved the PADI Rescue Diver certification from PADI. Further details regarding the obtained month and year for this certification are not provided.
Levande
Through vibrant neighbourhoods for modern, independent Australians, Levande is redefining lifestyle living. A Swedish word that means ‘vivid’ and ‘full of life’, Levande’s lifestyle communities embody the positivity inherent in our name. Refreshingly real Levande is home to people of all backgrounds and lifestyles, each with different needs, interests and priorities. They choose exactly how they live their life, enjoying the luxury of independence and all the possibilities that independence can bring. Open to anyone over 55, we call it lifestyle living not retirement living because you don't need to be retired to live in our communities. Connected living Carefully considered layouts, clever use of smart technology and sustainable living initiatives – we understand the touches that define connected living. Our newest homes include adaptable design features that can change with your needs. We are also planning upgrades to our older communities to enhance connectivity Simple smart contracts We offer two contract options, including a simple 'peace-of-mind' contract. These tell residents what is covered and the costs they can expect to pay. And if extra care is required, we can help provide access through our care partners. Clever care at your service Technology enabled, unfussy and on-demand – unobtrusive support and care that feels like hospitality is offered with the help of our partners and is designed to evolve with the needs of our residents. With additional help able to be arranged for those jobs that might need doing in and around their home, residents can continue living life to the fullest where they are most comfortable. It’s all in the name. Levande. Welcome to a new definition of lifestyle living.