Gary Duffield

Gary Duffield has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries and roles. In 1990, they worked at Xenon Training as a Trainer, Senior Trainer, and Pre Sales Support. From 1996 to 2001, they held the position of National Training Manager and later Chief Learning Architect at Xpertise Training, where they contributed to learning strategy and won awards. Gary joined Microsoft in 2007 as a Readiness Consultant, assisting key partners with their GTM strategies. At QA Ltd from 2008 to 2011, they served as the Chief Learning Architect and worked on various projects and initiatives. In 2011, they started working at Lumify Group as the Head of Vendor Partnerships, transitioning from a previous role and relocating to Australia. In 2015, they became the Chair of the Australian Chapter at IAMCP, supporting Microsoft partners. Additionally, they have held positions as a Consultant at icloudcompare.com and as a Board Member at 89.7FM. Their most recent role, starting in 2021, is as a Portfolio Executive Strategy Board member at PeopleCert. Gary is also the Chair and Board Member of Alkimos College, which specializes in an autism spectrum disorder learning program.

Gary Duffield's education history begins in 1975, where they attended Beech Hall. However, the degree and field of study for this period are unknown. In 2006, Gary enrolled in The Manchester Metropolitan University and pursued a degree in Business Management, specializing in Business. Gary completed their studies at the university in 2009.

In addition to their formal education, Gary Duffield has obtained several certifications. These certifications include: 'Change Management Practitioner' from APMG International, obtained in June 2016; 'Change Management Foundation' from APMG International, obtained in June 2016; 'Senior First Aid' from Surf Life Saving Australia, obtained in June 2016; 'Agile Project Management - Foundation' from APMG-International, obtained in May 2015; 'Agile Project Management - Practitioner' from APMG-International, obtained in May 2015; 'Working With Children (in support of The Smith Family)' from The Department of Child Protection WA, obtained in February 2015; 'AlumNew: MCT Alumni New' from Microsoft, obtained in March 2014; 'MCT Alumni' from Microsoft, obtained in March 2014; 'MCT Alumni New' from Microsoft, obtained in March 2014; 'Microsoft Certified Trainer' from Microsoft, obtained in January 2014; 'Microsoft Office Specialist: PowerPoint' from Microsoft, obtained in February 2013; 'Microsoft Sales Specialist: Digital Marketing' from Microsoft, obtained in February 2013; 'Microsoft Sales Specialist: Server' from Microsoft, obtained in February 2013; 'Microsoft Technology Associate - O/S' from Microsoft, obtained in January 2012; 'ITIL Foundation' with the institution unspecified, obtained in September 2005; 'MCLC: Microsoft Certified Learning Consultant' from Microsoft, obtained in September 2005; 'MCLC: Microsoft Certified Learning Consultant' from Microsoft, obtained in September 2005; 'Microsoft Solutions Framework Trainer' with the institution unspecified, obtained in January 2002; 'CompTIA CTT Certified Professional' with the institution unspecified, obtained in June 2001; and 'A+ Service Technician' with the institution unspecified, obtained in September 1997.