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Hi My name is Cathy. I'm a passionate writer and coach, who also has a mixed skill set from the corporate and contracting world, in particular for renewable energies. In this capacity my writing career started writing proposals, then presenting and negotiating, for complex large offshore installation projects. Now I am also a published author of fictional and channeled novels, as well as a successful blog. I would love to find part time work to support me as I grow as an author and a coach. I'm passionate about nature, personal development and growth, design, collaboration, travel, permaculture and learning new things in general. I also have experience with vlogging, editting, publishing, teaching and tutoring, contracts, risk management and project coordination and management. My rates will depend on the project. I'd love to hear from you!…Hi My name is Cathy. I'm a passionate writer and coach, who also has a mixed skill set from the corporate and contracting world, in particular for renewable energies. In this capacity my writing career started writing proposals, then presenting and negotiating, for complex large offshore installation projects. Now I am also a published author of fictional and channeled novels, as well as a successful blog. I would love to find part time work to support me as I grow as an author and a coach. I'm passionate about nature, personal development and growth, design, collaboration, travel, permaculture and learning new things in general. I also have experience with vlogging, editting, publishing, teaching and tutoring, contracts, risk management and project coordination and management. My rates will depend on the project. I'd love to hear from you!

Catherine M. Hancock

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Hi My name is Cathy. I'm a passionate writer and coach, who also has a mixed skill set from the corporate and contracting world, in particular for renewable energies. In this capacity my writing career started writing proposals, then presenting and negotiating, for complex large offshore installation projects. Now I am also a published author of fictional and channeled novels, as well as a successful blog. I would love to find part time work to support me as I grow as an author and a coach. I'm passionate about nature, personal development and growth, design, collaboration, travel, permaculture and learning new things in general. I also have experience with vlogging, editting, publishing, teaching and tutoring, contracts, risk management and project coordination and management. My rates will depend on the project. I'd love to hear from you!…Hi My name is Cathy. I'm a passionate writer and coach, who also has a mixed skill set from the corporate and contracting world, in particular for renewable energies. In this capacity my writing career started writing proposals, then presenting and negotiating, for complex large offshore installation projects. Now I am also a published author of fictional and channeled novels, as well as a successful blog. I would love to find part time work to support me as I grow as an author and a coach. I'm passionate about nature, personal development and growth, design, collaboration, travel, permaculture and learning new things in general. I also have experience with vlogging, editting, publishing, teaching and tutoring, contracts, risk management and project coordination and management. My rates will depend on the project. I'd love to hear from you!

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Hi My name is Cathy. I’m a passionate writer and coach, who also has a mixed skill set from the corporate and contracting world, in particular for renewable energies. In this capacity my writing career started writing proposals, then presenting and negotiating, for complex large offshore installation projects. Now I am also a published author of fictional and channeled novels, as well as a successful blog. I would love to find part time work to support me as I grow as an author and a coach. I’m passionate about nature, personal development and growth, design, collaboration, travel, permaculture and learning new things in general. I also have experience with vlogging, editting, publishing, teaching and tutoring, contracts, risk management and project coordination and management. My rates will depend on the project. I’d love to hear from you!

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

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English

Fluent

Dutch

Fluent

Italian

Intermediate

Work Experience

Fleet Engineer at Brisbane City Council

June 1, 2004 - May 31, 2005

Principal adviser on sustainable 'green' technologies and initiatives for a large public transport fleet; prepared 10-year asset management plans; investment applications and maintenance programs.

Contracts Engineer at Advis taal BV (seconded to Eneco, Helix & Concern)

May 1, 2006 - May 31, 2008

Developed contract and risk management procedures, standards and resources; assisted management with business strategy and planning; drafted contract documents and employer’s requirements; contributed to possible investment plans.

Risk & Permits Management at Advis taal BV – seconded to Van Oord

May 1, 2008 - April 30, 2010

Researched and assessed project risks and opportunities for offshore wind park scope; managed contingency budget; led risk mitigation brainstorming sessions; established document control; liaised with client and subcontractors to ensure permit requirements were fulfilled.

Senior Proposals Manager at Visser & Smit Marine Contracting

May 1, 2010 - November 30, 2012

Managed a portfolio of tenders and negotiation processes for offshore power cabling projects; coordinated ten tender activities; prepared detailed, client-specific tender documents highlighting unique selling points and risks; managed subcontracting processes and budgets; contributed to policy discussions and strategic planning.

Consultant at Sharin g Sustainability

July 1, 2013 - May 31, 2018

Provided professional advice, training and management support in sustainable contracting, project procurement, proposal management and risk management for renewable energy industry; supported contracting and project delivery across European contexts.

Nature Embodiment Coach & Writer at Natura Cathy

January 1, 2020 - Present

Offering intuitive embodiment work, chakra dance and channelled visualisations and books to invite trust, body awareness and vitality; aims to support personal growth and resilience.

Permaculture Teacher, Advocate & Farmer at Cara Natura

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025

Teaching and mentoring on permaculture principles in Italy; guiding fellow practitioners to grow food in harmony with nature; includes processing and selling abundance.

Nature Embodiment Coach & Writer at Nature Embodiment / Natura Cathy Sharing Mama

January 1, 2020 - Present

Coaching and writing focused on nature's wisdom and expanding capacity to hold diversity and chaos, helping stay present and expanded. Includes intuitive embodiment work, chakra dance and channelled visualizations and books to invite safety and trust in the body and spirit.

Permaculture Teacher, Advocate and Farmer at Cara Natura, Italy

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025

Teaching permaculture and advocating for sustainable living, guiding community members to grow their own food in harmony with nature.

Consultant, Sharing Sustainability at Sharing Sustainability

July 1, 2013 - January 1, 2018

Providing professional advice, training and management support in sustainable contracting, project procurement, proposal management and risk management for renewable energy projects; supported large and small organizations.

Risk & Permits Management at Advis taal BV – seconded to Van Oord

May 1, 2010 - April 1, 2012

Research and assessment of project risks and opportunities for a complex offshore wind park scope; managed a contingency budget; led risk mitigation sessions and developed a risk management plan and contingency procedures; maintained document control and liaised with client and subcontractors to ensure permit requirements were fulfilled.

Contracts Engineer at Advis taal BV – seconded to Eneco, Helix & Concern, NL

June 1, 2006 - May 1, 2008

Development of contract and risk management procedures, standards and resources; assisted management with business strategy and planning; prepared contract drafts and employer requirements for biomass plant project in the Netherlands; reviewed contractor claims and prepared variation orders.

Fleet Engineer at Brisbane City Council, Urban Transport Section

July 1, 2004 - May 1, 2005

Principal advisor on sustainable green technologies for a large public transport fleet; prepared 10-year asset management plans including recommendations on investments and maintenance plans; prepared investment applications.