Chris
Founder
Chris has spent over a decade helping people transition into positions, organisations and businesses they actually care about. He has in-depth knowledge of coaching, managing and supporting people through the most pivotal moments of their career.
Chris has strong experience cross-functionally, including marketing, digital, product, CX and strategy, and currently leads a team spanning New Zealand and Australia in his role at Vulcan. Previously, he consulted across sectors, divisions and borders, whilst working for the Australian firms, Kantar, EY, and KPMG. He now supports others who want to try and upskill across divisions and learn new skills - learn more about Chris on LinkedIn.
Chris founded CareerMate to provide practical career coaching for Kiwis and Aussies, helping people navigate career transitions with a trusted ‘mate’ by their side.
Ben
eCommerce and Marketing Mentor
With many years of experience as a Performance Marketer, Ben has managed over $20 million in ad spend across platforms like Google, YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. He’s worked with some seriously impressive 7- and 8-figure brands, helping them scale their e-commerce businesses and achieve big results. Ben also runs his own e-Commerce business.
What makes Ben stand out is his passion for helping people get started in e-commerce. Whether you're thinking about launching your first online store or looking to grow your existing brand, Ben has the expertise to guide you through the process. He’s all about making digital marketing strategies accessible and actionable, so you can focus on what really matters, building something you’re proud of. Learn more about Ben on Linkedin.
We’re excited for Ben to bring his expertise and enthusiasm to the CareerMate community. If you’re ready to take your e-commerce or digital marketing game to the next level, you’re in great hands.