John Rich - some of his accomplishments
# July 2016 - New lease of life at Multihull Central and for me "Life is about sailing!"
# February 2015 - Back to business with new ideas and goals as well as sailing as maintenance on board "Blithe Spirit" nears completion.
# June 2014 - Major maintenance on board sailing catamaran "Blithe Spirit" is taking much longer then expected.
# January - December 2014 - Most time during this year has been committed to getting my body, soul and spirit into order.
# March 2013 - Now it's time for a new adventure:
First it's back onto the Public Speaking circuit with my "Networking Games Program".
# May 2012 - Financial Rating Analysis consultancy commitment is growing as the Australian economy declines and companies are faced with collapsing clients and suppliers.
# March 2012 - Work on my carbon-fiber art projects is progressing rapidly as sample products are being completed and first public exhibition is becoming closer reality.
# February 2015 - Back to business with new ideas and goals as well as sailing as maintenance on board "Blithe Spirit" nears completion.
# June 2014 - Major maintenance on board sailing catamaran "Blithe Spirit" is taking much longer then expected.
# January - December 2014 - Most time during this year has been committed to getting my body, soul and spirit into order.
# March 2013 - Now it's time for a new adventure:
First it's back onto the Public Speaking circuit with my "Networking Games Program".
# May 2012 - Financial Rating Analysis consultancy commitment is growing as the Australian economy declines and companies are faced with collapsing clients and suppliers.
# March 2012 - Work on my carbon-fiber art projects is progressing rapidly as sample products are being completed and first public exhibition is becoming closer reality.
# March 2012 - Now I have both of my books available for purchase on Amazon.com
# December 2011 - My brand new book "Enhanced Customer Satisfaction" is out in the marketplace.
# December 2011 - My brand new book "Enhanced Customer Satisfaction" is out in the marketplace.
# Now in 2011 John awaits the new wind that will take him onto the next leg of his professional career as he works on another book and script a television show. His business and financial consultancy work is taking off like a storm thanks to the years of field experience. While his ever increasing demand as trainer and speaker remains strong.
# In February 2011 after 5 years at Bunnings Artarmon, John moves on to the brand new Bunnings Warehouse at Chatswood (NSW) which opened late in March. Superior customer service, advice, and satisfaction are his goals as he trains the new team of people. Numerous customer service awards within a month from opening are the best recognition for the team members he is influencing through his coaching methods.
# In recent time, he decided to come out of his professional retirement once more and has put his experience into the new property development venture.
# During the 2009 John continued his success with Bunnings Warehouse Artarmon (NSW), while re-launching his professional corporate training and speaking career with new topics and concepts developed and perfected while at Bunnings. His new topics include customer service, team work, personal health and financial well being. Coupled with his past material he is in great demand on the professional speaking circuit not only locally in Australia but even more so internationally as business gears up for the recovery during the 2010.
# Nominated by his peers as the winner of Customer Service Award 2008 and Respect Award 2008 (Treating each other equally & fairly) at Bunnings Warehouse Artarmon (NSW).
# Bunnings Warehouse (NSW/ACT) B-Excellent 2007/2008 finalist in the category of Customer Passion and the Rotary Club of Crows Nest (NSW) Pride of Workmanship award recipient for 2008.
# In 2006 and 2007 - hardware specialist - a team member with the national hardware retail chain - Bunnings Warehouse responsible for outstanding customer service, driving consistent above target sales and subsequent profits at the Artarmon (NSW) Warehouse.
# Member of the McConaghy Boats construction team fitting out the 98ft super maxi yacht ‘Wild Oats XI’ launched for the Rolex Sydney-Hobart Race in 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2010 Races, as well as in the recent 2012 event.
# In 2005 designed and manufactured unique line of carbon-fibre composites such as: furniture, automotive and marine parts, and gift accessories.
# During 2004-2005 assisted in promotion and sales of personal mobile credit card payment terminal known as CASPAD by Card Access Services.
# Over the years an instrumental contributor to the creation of the Australian financial rating system known as Corporate ScoreCard.
# During 2003-2004 evaluated financial suitability of contractors for some of the biggest civil construction projects in NSW, Australia.
# In 2002 founded the Business Club China with view of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games.
# As the President at Pioneer Business SWAP Club (Salespeople With A Purpose) during 2001-2002 substantially improved financial position of the Club.
# In February 2011 after 5 years at Bunnings Artarmon, John moves on to the brand new Bunnings Warehouse at Chatswood (NSW) which opened late in March. Superior customer service, advice, and satisfaction are his goals as he trains the new team of people. Numerous customer service awards within a month from opening are the best recognition for the team members he is influencing through his coaching methods.
# In recent time, he decided to come out of his professional retirement once more and has put his experience into the new property development venture.
# During the 2009 John continued his success with Bunnings Warehouse Artarmon (NSW), while re-launching his professional corporate training and speaking career with new topics and concepts developed and perfected while at Bunnings. His new topics include customer service, team work, personal health and financial well being. Coupled with his past material he is in great demand on the professional speaking circuit not only locally in Australia but even more so internationally as business gears up for the recovery during the 2010.
# Nominated by his peers as the winner of Customer Service Award 2008 and Respect Award 2008 (Treating each other equally & fairly) at Bunnings Warehouse Artarmon (NSW).
# Bunnings Warehouse (NSW/ACT) B-Excellent 2007/2008 finalist in the category of Customer Passion and the Rotary Club of Crows Nest (NSW) Pride of Workmanship award recipient for 2008.
# In 2006 and 2007 - hardware specialist - a team member with the national hardware retail chain - Bunnings Warehouse responsible for outstanding customer service, driving consistent above target sales and subsequent profits at the Artarmon (NSW) Warehouse.
# Member of the McConaghy Boats construction team fitting out the 98ft super maxi yacht ‘Wild Oats XI’ launched for the Rolex Sydney-Hobart Race in 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2010 Races, as well as in the recent 2012 event.
# In 2005 designed and manufactured unique line of carbon-fibre composites such as: furniture, automotive and marine parts, and gift accessories.
# During 2004-2005 assisted in promotion and sales of personal mobile credit card payment terminal known as CASPAD by Card Access Services.
# Over the years an instrumental contributor to the creation of the Australian financial rating system known as Corporate ScoreCard.
# During 2003-2004 evaluated financial suitability of contractors for some of the biggest civil construction projects in NSW, Australia.
# In 2002 founded the Business Club China with view of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games.
# As the President at Pioneer Business SWAP Club (Salespeople With A Purpose) during 2001-2002 substantially improved financial position of the Club.
# In 2001 with Lucille Orr co-wrote and self-published "Networking Games – Making Profitable Connections" book - available at AIM Bookstore and Dymocks On-Line, in December 2001 a number five recommended bestseller by the Australian Institute of Management (AIM).
"Networking Games - Making Profitable Connections"
get it now on iTunes or on Amazon.
"Networking Games - Making Profitable Connections"
get it now on iTunes or on Amazon.
# In 2000 took part in the highly successful business networking activities at the Business Club Australia during Sydney 2000 Olympic Games.
# In 1999 developed business concept of the Around Australia Yacht Race – “the world’s longest coastal yacht race”.
# In 1999 developed business concept of the Around Australia Yacht Race – “the world’s longest coastal yacht race”.
# Financial analyst with Corporate ScoreCard interviewed by BRW Magazine for the March 9, 1998 feature article titled “250 Best Credit Risks – Who can afford to
pay their bills”.
pay their bills”.
# Sailed half-way around the world against prevailing winds and currents, rounding Cape Horn in the BT Global Challenge 1996/97 - the world’s toughest yacht race, on board of "Time & Tide" (book by Marina Cantacuzino "On Equal Terms").
# In 1993 successfully overcome adversity and turned it into advantage as a cancer survivor.
# In early 1990's attempted to furnish the 1993 Whitbread Round the World Yacht Race entry and later Grand Mistral entry.
# In late 1980's founder of the Family Broadcasting Network.
# In mid-1980's youngest sales consultant for World Book International in Australia.
# In early 1990's attempted to furnish the 1993 Whitbread Round the World Yacht Race entry and later Grand Mistral entry.
# In late 1980's founder of the Family Broadcasting Network.
# In mid-1980's youngest sales consultant for World Book International in Australia.
