Gerard Ogden
About Gerard Ogden
Gerard Ogden serves as the Director of Strategy and Business Development at Saab Australia, where he has worked since 2007. He has extensive experience in business development, project management, and contract negotiation, and holds degrees from Charles Sturt University and UNSW.
Work at Saab
Gerard Ogden has been with Saab Australia since 2007, holding various roles that have contributed to the company's strategic direction. He currently serves as the Director of Strategy and Business Development, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he oversees strategic initiatives and corporate affairs in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory. His extensive experience at Saab includes serving as the Business Development Manager, where he focused on fostering business growth and developing relationships with partners and customers.
Education and Expertise
Gerard Ogden's educational background includes a Bachelor of Applied Science in Computing from Charles Sturt University, completed between 1990 and 1992. He furthered his studies at the University of New South Wales, earning a Masters of Management Studies with a focus on Project Management from 1995 to 1996. His expertise encompasses contract negotiation and tender responses for new business campaigns, as well as project management of complex IT systems. He specializes in customer and partner relationship management, team building, and leadership.
Background
Gerard Ogden attended St Virgils College in Hobart, Tasmania, from 1976 to 1979. His professional journey includes a significant tenure at CSC, where he worked as a Defence Account Executive from 1999 to 2007. This experience laid the foundation for his current roles at Saab, where he has developed a strong understanding of the defence and technology sectors.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Gerard Ogden has been involved in various strategic initiatives and projects that have enhanced Saab's business development efforts. His roles have required a deep understanding of the defence industry, particularly in relation to contract negotiations and managing complex IT projects. His leadership in strategy and corporate affairs has positioned Saab Australia to effectively navigate the competitive landscape.