Simon Amies

Driven by a passion to learn continuously and develop a diverse set of skills, Simon has gained broad experience in 10 years, with roles spanning marketing, sales and training functions at Medtronic and Procter & Gamble. Commencing his career at Procter & Gamble sales division provided a strong foundation of direct customer interaction and insight, sales skills and accountability for delivering results. Progressing to managing key customer accounts (Costco) added strategic customer management experience and business acumen. Advancing into the Market Strategy & Planning function demanded developing skills in managing multiple priorities and generating value for internal stakeholders. He then pursued a broadening assignment to the marketing division within Procter & Gamble. Wanting to apply his biotechnology degree was the impetus to join Medtronic as the Senior Product Manager for the Diabetes business unit. Leveraging his consumer marketing background with medical science, Simon lead the commercial launch of a new medical device in Australia and was recognised with a global Marketing Excellence Award, and a year later with the ANZ Marketer of the Year award. He then took the opportunity to utilise his communication skills training healthcare professionals on the use of Medtronic technology in the role of Medical Education & Training Manager across the Asia Pacific Region; responsible for developing content and delivering training to healthcare professionals and the company sales team across a diverse range of countries including India, Japan, Australia and Southeast Asia. Returning recently to his core skills of marketing, Simon is currently the Marketing Director for the Diabetes business units in the Asia Pacific region, leading and developing his high-talent team. Working closely with the global and local teams to develop the regional portfolio, business development & strategy, customer acquisition and retention and customer education strategies.