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I'm a seasoned partnerships professional with a creative brand background, experienced in leading high-value strategic partnerships across corporate, government, commercial sport and non-profit sectors. I excel at developing tailored proposals, negotiating partnerships, activating campaigns, and delivering measurable ROI. I thrive in cross-functional teams and stakeholder networks to drive growth and impact.…I'm a seasoned partnerships professional with a creative brand background, experienced in leading high-value strategic partnerships across corporate, government, commercial sport and non-profit sectors. I excel at developing tailored proposals, negotiating partnerships, activating campaigns, and delivering measurable ROI. I thrive in cross-functional teams and stakeholder networks to drive growth and impact.

Shane Metz

Brand Strategist, Marketing Strategist, Content Strategist, +7

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I'm a seasoned partnerships professional with a creative brand background, experienced in leading high-value strategic partnerships across corporate, government, commercial sport and non-profit sectors. I excel at developing tailored proposals, negotiating partnerships, activating campaigns, and delivering measurable ROI. I thrive in cross-functional teams and stakeholder networks to drive growth and impact.…I'm a seasoned partnerships professional with a creative brand background, experienced in leading high-value strategic partnerships across corporate, government, commercial sport and non-profit sectors. I excel at developing tailored proposals, negotiating partnerships, activating campaigns, and delivering measurable ROI. I thrive in cross-functional teams and stakeholder networks to drive growth and impact.

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I’m a seasoned partnerships professional with a creative brand background, experienced in leading high-value strategic partnerships across corporate, government, commercial sport and non-profit sectors. I excel at developing tailored proposals, negotiating partnerships, activating campaigns, and delivering measurable ROI. I thrive in cross-functional teams and stakeholder networks to drive growth and impact.

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Work Experience

Partnerships Acquisition Specialist at The Alannah & Madeline Foundation

October 1, 2025 - Present

Identify, research and approach potential corporate, community and strategic partners; develop tailored partnership proposals, negotiate partnership agreements and deliverables; activate partnerships across events and campaigns; build and maintain strong relationships; deliver regular reporting on impact, ROI and outcomes; develop sponsorship packages and contribute to fundraising targets; collaborate with internal teams for activations and ensure partner branding aligns with guidelines.

Partnerships Lead, Business & Industry Experience / Advocacy Government Relations at City of Greater Geelong

January 1, 2023 - April 30, 2025

Identify, secure and manage partnership/sponsorship opportunities with key industry stakeholders to increase growth and complement city strategy; draft proposals, MOUs and partnership agreements; facilitate meetings and networking; primary liaison with local government bodies; monitor, evaluate and report on partnership effectiveness; secure funding or sponsorship for planned activities.

Senior Partnerships Lead, Commercial Team at Cricket Australia

April 1, 2021 - January 31, 2023

Growing and nurturing Platinum Sponsorships; deliver digital-focused campaigns; manage partnerships from grassroots to elite competitions; develop engagement plans, KPI alignment and ROI; upsell using CA digital inventory; collaborate with internal teams for partner campaigns and content opportunities; deliver insights and ROI reporting.

Senior Digital Account Manager - Team Leader at Modern Visual

December 1, 2019 - April 30, 2021

Senior digital account management including websites, web portals, integrations, inbound marketing and HubSpot; lead campaign delivery and cross-functional coordination; ensure project profitability and client satisfaction.

Account Director / Founder at Metz Creative

January 1, 2008 - August 31, 2019

Boutique graphic design studio offering branding, packaging, print design and web design; led key accounts, project management and business operations for 10 years; built client portfolio including Hugo Boss, Pioneer Electronics, Yakult Australia, Rinnai Australia, SE Water; developed and delivered marketing campaigns.

Partnerships Acquisition Specialist at The Alannah & Madeline Foundation (Dolly's Dream)

October 1, 2025 - Present