Gordon Simmons

Gordon Simmons is a seasoned professional with a focus on promoting and implementing strategic concepts in business resilience, emphasizing Reduction, Readiness, Response & Recovery (Four Rs).

With a background in Business Continuity Management (BCM), ICT Disaster Recovery (DR) Management, and Incident Management, Gordon seeks opportunities for growth in continuity and recovery management.

His key attributes include a strategic approach to organizational resilience, developing tactical and operational strategies to achieve resilience objectives, providing capability and maturity development aligned with global standards, and establishing policies, governance, and frameworks tailored to organizational needs.

Gordon has experience in designing Cyber Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT) plans, holds certifications from the Business Continuity Institute (BCI), and is adept at implementing effective enterprise Business Continuity Management programs.

His educational background includes studies in Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering at various institutions.

Gordon has held roles such as Business Continuity Consultant at WorkSafe New Zealand, BCM & IT DR Specialist Consultant at Housing New Zealand Corporation, and Business Continuity Management Specialist at Vodafone, showcasing his extensive experience in the field.

As the Owner, Director, Manager, and Consultant at his self-owned business, Gordon has honed his skills and expertise, evident in his successful endeavors with notable organizations like ANZ, KiwiRail, and the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade.