Neil Patel

Strategic Partnerships | Growth & Optimisation | Business & Project Turnarounds | Coaching & Empowering Teams | Scaling Business Operations & Production | Management Consulting

APAC

About

EMPOWERING CHANGE TO BUILD A BETTER FUTURE Hi, I'm proud of my 14 plus years in both strategic and operational business improvement consulting following my 10 years in Toyota UK and TMC, Japan. I consider myself to be highly motivated, logical and well-rounded with expertise in management systems, strategy deployment and re-engineering of operational systems. My colleagues and peers have recognised me for my critical thinking. A respected Production / Industrial Engineer with 10 years extensive practical experience at end to end New Product Introductions for Toyota in the UK, Brussels and in Japan. Moving into consulting l continued to work with varied cultures as well as working across multiple Industry sectors. • Over 18 years of experience in business and system improvement based on TPS (Lean) thinking and methodology • Estimated $66M+ in annualised savings over the last 10 years from business improvement and turn-around programs across multiple clients • A confident and capable leader and mentor working across all levels of an organisation • Proven ability to develop business growth plans, lead and execute on them and practically scale businesses • Strong practical problem solver utilising a logical and methodical approach Always happy to grab a coffee and make a new contact.

Experience

  • Vative - Truly Innovative (Full-time · 4 yrs 9 mos)
    • Executive Director
      Sep 2025 - Present · 10 mos

    • Exec. General Manager - QLD
      Oct 2021 - Sep 2025 · 4 yrs

      "Empowering Change to build a better future" Vative is a dedicated business optimisation consultancy and registered accredited training organisation. Our team consists of process improvement experts that provide business optimisation, scaling and growth project services, Lean Six Sigma training and execution support. Vative are committed to delivering results through proven systems and methodologies for a wide range of organisations, covering all sizes and industry sectors. Our Vision For every person we engage with to have a breakthrough experience that changes them and/or their organisation for the better. https://vative.com.au/qld/

  • Exec. General Manager at Corporate Partners Australia
    Jul 2023 - Present · 3 yrs

    Profit Improvement ►Business Diagnostics ►Lean Manufacturing Implementation ►Visual Management ►Process Improvement RTO: 91467 Corporate Partners is a business consultancy that specialises in helping companies improve profitability and productivity. We have developed an enviable reputation for delivering results. Our programs provide measurable outcomes that show a return on investment within the first year. Lean Manufacturing is a key tool in our arsenal. It works with our other methodologies to deliver the savings and sustainable improvements needed. We take a holistic look at your business and then work alongside you to achieve the journey of business excellence. We have been transforming businesses for over a decade and helped dozens of companies to save millions of dollars. At Corporate Partners we have the expertise you need to uncover the issues that are inhibiting growth. Our extensive experience means we know where to look for profit and efficiency gains. Our consultants roll up their sleeves and walk the walk. We take a holistic view, which means the results we achieve are powerful and far reaching. We know that results need to be sustainable, and that’s why a focus is placed on mentoring and coaching employees to ensure that change is embraced and sustained. When everyone in your organisation is pulling in the same direction you’ll find the results are breathtaking.

  • Senior Associate Advisory at STACT TECH
    Oct 2021 - Sep 2023 · 2 yrs

    STACT is an all-encompassing AI-powered project risk and governance solution that empowers project stakeholders to confidently embark on new projects with one standardised framework. Exceeding budgets, running behind schedule, stumbling over unforeseen risks, and relying on sub-optimal data are all things of the past when you partner with STACT. PREDICT - PROCESS - PROTECT E: [email protected]

  • General Manager | Business Operations & Process Improvement | Scaling Operations & Production at Concerto (Concerto Analytics)
    Feb 2019 - Oct 2021 · 2 yrs 9 mos

    • Development of scale-up strategies through to tactical execution across all functions of the business and supported acquisition readiness planning • Target operating model and operational design, improvement and implementation of the business management systems across the different functions of the business including Finance, Business Development, Sales, Product, Customer Support and Success • Supported over $1.5M in sales revenue from lead generation to successful engagement in Business, Product Consulting and Enterprise sales • Recruited, developed and management of the Marketing and Customer Success functions • Product and business improvement consulting, business development and project management from lead generation and deal close through to implementation, governance and client handover

  • Managing Consultant - Head of Transport, Infrastructure & Operations at KM&T
    Jan 2011 - Nov 2018 · 7 yrs 11 mos

    • Outcome-based business, system and process improvement • Business Transformation: Strategy, Management & Implementation planning, co-ordination & governance • Led key client turn-around and project recovery programmes within Healthcare, MRO and Infrastructure services (Bottom Line ROI’s ranging from 5:1 to 20:1) • Design and Implementation of Visual PMOs for large National and Multi-National organisations • Managed, co-ordinated, developed and scaled internal business operations and teams (Recruitment, HR, Finance & Marketing) • Healthcare, Infrastructure and Transport focused business development • Management coaching & practical advice for clients and internal teams • Strategic diagnostics, tactical planning & sustainable solution implementation • LEAN / Toyota principles, methodology and sustainable Knowledge Transfer Leading and delivering continuous improvement and lean transformation programs in sectors such as Automotive, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Health Research, Healthcare, Rail, Construction and Infrastructure working with clients across the world like Getrag Ford, SR Technics in Switzerland, McLaren, NHS Sheffield Teaching Hospital, National Rail UK, NIHR Clinical Research Network, Health Research Authority UK, Yishun Community Hospital Singapore, Queensland Health, Mineral Technologies, UGL, Constellation Brands NZ, Yarra Trams, Woolworths, Salmat NZ, Shell, Downer and Spotless.