Caitriona commenced with us in February and is the newest member of our Executive Leadership Team, operating in a national capacity to support Essences’ growth strategy.
Caitriona brings extensive financial leadership experience in delivering strategic and commercial business solutions to maximise business performance, gained from global organisations spanning her 20+ years of finance experience.
Caitriona is responsible for supporting the Managing Director and State General Managers to proactively steer the financial direction of our company to support our national growth. With a focus on collaboration, she has a successful track record in leading high-performing finance individuals to partner with the business seamlessly.
Personally, Caitriona is an avid hiker, loves travel and good food, and enjoys building and renovating properties. Caitriona holds a Bachelor of Commerce (double majors in Business and Marketing), a Bachelor of Accounting, is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants ANZ and holds a post-graduate degree in Advanced Leadership.
Fifteen years ago, I left Newcastle to take on new challenges in Sydney. Like many in our industry, I was drawn to the energy, the complexity, and the pace of big-city projects. A year ago, I came back. Coming back to Newcastle isn’t just a return to my roots and family — it’s a return […]
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Essence Announces Strategic Collaboration with Build Plus We are excited to share that Essence Project Management has formalised a strategic collaboration with Build Plus, a respected Perth-based project management firm. This partnership strengthens our ability to deliver exceptional project management services and expands our capacity to support clients across Australia with greater regional expertise and […]
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The housing affordability crisis in Australia is a growing concern, with escalating costs and demand outpacing supply. Traditional construction methods, hindered by high labour costs and prolonged timelines, struggle to meet this demand. Modular construction, a technique involving factory-produced building modules, offers an innovative solution. It promises cost efficiency, speed, sustainability, and quality—critical factors in […]
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Is Private Health Sustainable in Australia? Private health in Australia is facing critical questions about its future. With rising costs, changing patient preferences, and a strained workforce, the sustainability of private hospitals is under the spotlight. This article dives into the challenges and explores potential solutions for ensuring private healthcare remains a viable option for […]
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