Kristie Fankhauser

Kristie Fankhauser has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries and roles. Currently, they serve as the Chief Growth Officer at QTAC, a position they have held since March 2023. Prior to this role, they were the Head of Strategic Growth and the Chief Marketing Officer at QTAC.

In 2020, Fankhauser founded and became the Managing Director of Material Difference, an online fabric shop specializing in wearable art. Kristie oversaw supply chain, business operations, strategic partnerships, and marketing.

From 2015 to 2021, Fankhauser worked at Kanvas Four Consulting as a Consultant, offering expertise in brand strategy, strategic partnerships, content creation, business development, and growth strategy. Kristie'srole involved capacity building and providing subject matter expertise on various projects.

In 2019, they held the position of Director of Strategic Marketing at Focused Marketing Australia. Kristie'sresponsibilities included developing successful marketing plans, understanding target audiences, articulating brand propositions, setting KPIs, identifying cost-effective marketing channels, and tracking results.

Fankhauser also served as a Non-Executive Director at International House Foundation Limited from 2015 to 2019. The foundation aimed to maximize the impact of International House at the University of Queensland on future leaders through mentoring, networking, scholarships, and leadership development programs.

From 2016 to 2018, they worked at Davidson as the Group Manager - Marketing and Communications. In this role, Fankhauser led the marketing and communications division, directed brand and marketing strategy, managed digital and social media communications, and oversaw content and PR programs.

Kristie held the position of Director, Business Development & Marketing at McCullough Robertson from 2011 to 2015. Fankhauser was responsible for developing and implementing the brand, marketing, and business development strategy, managing a team of professionals, and contributing to the firm's international referral network.

Between 2009 and 2011, Fankhauser worked at DibbsBarker as the Marketing and Business Development Manager. During their tenure, they delivered the marketing and business development strategy for the Brisbane office and the national insurance industry group.

In 2009, Fankhauser briefly served as a Corporate Partnerships Executive at Youngcare, supporting the development and implementation of the corporate fundraising strategy.

Earlier that year, they started their own marketing consultancy business called bQb Solutions Pty Ltd, where they offered services such as tender and procurement management, rebranding, communications strategy, and event/program development and management.

Overall, Kristie Fankhauser's work experience demonstrates their versatility in strategic marketing, business development, brand management, and leadership positions across various industries.

Kristie Fankhauser attended Bond University from 1990 to 1993, where they obtained a LLB degree. In 2008, they studied Creative Strategic Thinking for Innovation at AGSM @ UNSW Business School. In 2013, Kristie attended Griffith University for the Bootcamp for Experienced Managers program.