Monty Blackwood

Monty Blackwood is an experienced professional currently serving as Partnerships Manager at Xero since July 2018, with past roles including Solutions Marketing, Partner Marketing, and Product Specialist. Prior to Xero, Monty worked as a Policy Analyst on a short-term contract at the Ministry of Justice in New Zealand from February 2018 to July 2018. Earlier experience includes the role of Business Development Specialist at CPA Australia from February 2016 to November 2017, where recruitment for accreditation and relationship management with New Zealand institutions were key responsibilities. Monty's career began at Colenso BBDO as a Brand Ambassador and Marketing Assistant from March 2015 to February 2016. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Commerce from Victoria University of Wellington, specializing in International Relations, Political Science, Accounting, and Commercial Law, as well as attendance at Wanganui Collegiate School.