Nate Lakes
About Nate Lakes
Nate Lakes serves as the Associate Director of Architecture & Design at KPMG Australia, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in technical consulting, delivery management, and research, with experience in various roles across multiple organizations.
Work at KPMG Australia
Nate Lakes has been serving as the Associate Director of Architecture & Design at KPMG Australia since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for producing and maintaining architecture artifacts. He is also involved in pre-sales and pricing model development, which contributes to the firm's strategic initiatives. Additionally, he leads cultural and technical change management initiatives, demonstrating his commitment to enhancing organizational effectiveness. His position is based in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory.
Previous Experience in Technical Consulting
Before joining KPMG, Nate Lakes worked at NTT Ltd. as a Senior Technical Consultant for 11 months in 2020. He also held the position of Technical Lead at NTT Ltd. for 5 months in 2021. His experience in technical consulting has equipped him with skills in navigating constraints and legislation, enabling enterprises to achieve market leadership. Prior to NTT, he served as a Senior Delivery Manager at BCT Solutions for 5 months in 2020 and at Chartertech Pty Ltd. for 6 months in 2019.
Education and Expertise
Nate Lakes holds a Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) from the University of South Australia, which he completed from 2013 to 2016. He also earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) from the same university, studying from 2004 to 2009. His educational background is complemented by an International Baccalaureate achieved at Pembroke School from 2000 to 2003. This diverse academic foundation supports his expertise in architecture, design, and technical consulting.
Mentorship and Leadership Roles
At KPMG, Nate Lakes actively mentors personnel, contributing to their professional development and the overall growth of the team. His leadership extends to managing cultural and technical change initiatives, which are essential for fostering an adaptive and innovative workplace. His approach to mentorship and leadership reflects his commitment to building a collaborative environment that supports both individual and organizational success.
Research and Early Career
Nate Lakes began his career as a Researcher in Data Science at Data to Decisions CRC in 2016. He also worked as a Software Engineer and Tech Lead at the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade from 2017 to 2019. His early experiences in research and software engineering laid the groundwork for his later roles in technical consulting and architecture.