Martin Carlisle
About Martin Carlisle
Martin Carlisle serves as the COO and Program Lead for ESG & Impact at KPMG Australia, where he has worked since 2021. With over 15 years of experience in business transformation, he has held various roles in notable organizations, including GFG Alliance and JPMorgan.
Work at KPMG Australia
Martin Carlisle has been with KPMG Australia since 2019, initially serving as Associate Director - Business Transformation. In 2021, he advanced to the role of COO / Program Lead ESG & Impact. His responsibilities include implementing the ESG & Impact strategy, which emphasizes sustainability and corporate responsibility. He operates from Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, and has contributed to the firm's focus on enterprise business transformation and operational excellence.
Education and Expertise
Martin Carlisle holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Hons. Information Systems) from the University of Cape Town, where he studied from 1990 to 1994. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA Exec) with Distinction from the Australian Graduate School of Management between 2009 and 2013. He is certified in several project management methodologies, including PMBOK®, PRINCE2®, and AgilePM®, which support his extensive experience in managing enterprise business transformation projects.
Background
Martin Carlisle has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. His career includes positions at GFG Alliance as a Strategy & Change Consultant, and at SAI Global, where he held several roles including Program Director and General Manager - Transformation. His earlier experience includes roles at BNP Paribas, JPMorgan, and P&O Nedlloyd in London, where he developed skills in business analysis and project management.
Achievements
With over 15 years of experience in leading enterprise business transformation projects, Martin Carlisle has a proven track record in developing and implementing operating models. He has effectively managed PMO and Project Delivery teams, ensuring operational excellence and effective project portfolio management. His leadership in major client onboarding processes has contributed to the successful execution of transformation initiatives within organizations.