VOGLIAMOCI BENE

With Australia Day Awards in the air, this week's PODCAST with Mario Corena & ''Vogliamoci Bene'', we welcome in Studio Sanremo special guest Christine Robertson OAM, Engaged Citizen.

Christine's background is marked by her remarkable ability to make things happen. 

What began as a career in event management has evolved into a multifaceted journey where she excels at turning around projects, engaging people effectively, and achieving remarkable success. 

Her entrepreneurial project management skills have led her through a wide range of industries and roles, consistently delivering outstanding results.

Throughout her career, Christine has managed and excelled in various domains, each presenting its unique challenges. :

Event Management: Her career commenced in event management, where she orchestrated successful events and built a reputation for her problem-solving skills.

Automotive and Equestrian Events: Christine ventured into diverse industries, managing projects related to cars, including the Bay to Birdwood, and horses, where she served as the event manager of the Adelaide International Horse Trials.

Volunteer Programs: She developed and spearheaded the largest microchipping program in the southern hemisphere, 'Chipblitz,' showcasing her ability to design and lead volunteer-driven initiatives.

Fashion Industry: Christine served as the President of the Fashion Industries of Australia and Chair of the Australian Fashion Awards, leaving an indelible mark on the fashion world.

Sports Management: Her leadership extended to the realm of sports as she held the position of head of Hockey SA, working with sporting legends to drive success.

Food Industry: Combining her passion for project success and her love for food, Christine assumed the role of transforming the Adelaide Showground Farmers' Market as Chief Executive Officer. Her management skills and dedication helped the market thrive even during the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Under her leadership, the market received prestigious awards, including the 'Most Outstanding Farmers' Market' in Australia in the delicious. Harvey Norman Produce Awards 2022 and the 2022 South Australian Premier's Food and Beverage Award for Service Provider and the ‘2023 Excellence in Food Tourism Award’.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, Christine has held several influential  roles:

Executive Officer, Entrepreneurs Organisation - Adelaide Chapter: Christine served as the Executive Officer of the Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO) Adelaide Chapter, where she played a pivotal role in fostering entrepreneurial growth and innovation within the local business community.

Officer in Charge, Australian Electoral Commission (AEC): Since 1976, Christine has been a dedicated Officer in Charge with the Australian Electoral Commission, overseeing critical responsibilities that uphold democracy and civic participation.

 On top of this Christine also has this to her portfolio :

Board Positions: Christine's commitment to community welfare and various industries is evident through her past board positions on the Animal Welfare League, St Johns Youth Services, and the Council of Textiles and Fashion Industries of Australia.

Furthermore, Christine is a dedicated Justice of the Peace, playing a vital role in the administration of justice and community service and upholds her love for Australia, as an Australia Day Ambassador.

Her profound dedication to the community has not gone unnoticed. Christine has been  honoured with multiple awards, including the City of Charles Sturt 2022 Citizen of the Year, the 2022 South Australia Citizen of the Year, and the 2023 Australian of the Year - SA's Local Hero. In recognition of her extensive community work, she was recently awarded the Order of Australia Medal in the June 2023 King's Honours List and is now an inductee into the 2023 SA Women’s Honour Roll.

Christine thrives in a fast-aced environment and manages multiple positions simultaneously, pursuing her passions with enthusiasm and an unwavering commitment to making a positive impact.

Her Current Positions are :

Chief Executive Officer - Adelaide Showground Farmers’ Market Director - Pawthority Group Inc

Co Founder - Lost Pets of South Australia 

Director - Chipblitz

Director - Neuteronomy

Officer in Charge - Australian Electoral Commission

In this PODCAST we ask Christine the following : 

Tell us a bit  about you. Where were you born, raised in what suburb? Schools?

What made you want to get involved in Charity work when it's obvious you have a strong corporate focus in your work?

Given the fact that you are super busy, what do you do for your own mental health wellbeing?

You deal with pets every day through your charity work, what do you feel the benefit of having pets is? Do you feel everyone gets this benefit?

If you could influence people, how would you do so?

You have dealt with many different careers in your life, do you fi9nd it stressful to jump from one career to the next?

Given the position you hold as CEO, you just are under pressure, how do you deal with that?

What do you love/hate about dealing with volunteers?

How important are pets to Australians?

What/Where to next Christine?

It truly resonated with this interview! This woman has overcome adversities and has still been able to help others and achieve so much in her life. Truly inspirational!  

So don't disappoint yourself, I urge you to listen to this fantastic PODCAST via the link -

 https://www.radioitaliana531.com.au/vogliamoci-bene---mario-corena-podcast.html

So let's start the conversation today!

Mario

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