What were the key ideas or initiatives of your winning submission?
All nominees were asked to provide ideas on how Cardno can improve its performance during a period of slower economic activity. My essay explored using the innovation of selling core competencies (i.e. functions we already perform for existing clients) in new ways to create or grow greater value for stakeholders. I touched on the three crucial innovation stages to transform an idea into a profitable venture: insight, development and marketing.

What did winning the Scholarship mean for you?
I was very excited to win the scholarship as this means that I can pursue a couple of short courses through the acclaimed Mount Eliza Executive Education program and also the Australian Marketing Institute.

What did you receive?
Funding to attend a program aimed at developing my leadership, management and/or technical/professional skills.