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ADAPTOVATE Champions Gender Diversity with Strategic Leadership Appointments

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Sydney, Australia – 28 June 2024 – In a significant move underscoring its commitment to gender diversity and leadership inclusivity, ADAPTOVATE, a global management consultancy firm, is proud to announce the appointment of Laura Scott as Office Lead at its Global Headquarters in Sydney, Australia, alongside David Gumley stepping into the role of Managing Director for Australia. These strategic appointments mark a pivotal moment for ADAPTOVATE, with women now occupying two of the top three roles within the Australian sector of the business.

Laura Scott, a seasoned professional with a five-year tenure at ADAPTOVATE, has been instrumental in driving transformative projects across various sectors. Her leadership and innovative approach have been central to the firm's success. "I am thrilled to take on the role of Office Lead in Sydney, and I look forward to contributing to our mission of fostering an inclusive and dynamic workplace," said Laura Scott.

David Gumley, joining from EY and having served ADAPTOVATE in a growth capacity for the past two years, will now co-lead the Australian business with Chelsea Bates, Managing Director and Partner based in Melbourne. "It's an honour to step into the role of Managing Director for Australia. I am excited to work alongside Chelsea and the team to continue our trajectory of growth and excellence," commented David Gumley.

These appointments underscore ADAPTOVATE's dedication to promoting women in leadership roles, reflecting the company's broader mission of diversity and inclusion.


About us:

ADAPTOVATE partners with organisations worldwide to navigate changing market conditions and meet sophisticated customer demands through transformation at scale. Specialising in sectors such as Energy & Utilities, Mining, Government, Retail, Tourism, Health, and Financial Services, ADAPTOVATE believes in the power of continuous adaptation and innovation for sustained success. The firm has a proven track record of delivering Agile at Scale transformations, embedding new ways of working supported by cultural change.

Our recent selection by the “NSW Government AI in Planning Initiative” is a testament to our dedication to leveraging technology for societal benefit.   

Adaptovate is a global business agility firm, based in Sydney.


Contact details:

For further information reach out to us via our phone numbers on front page of www.Adaptovate.com or reach out to David Gumley, Managing Director, Australia.

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