James Keep
About James Keep
James Keep is the Marketing Director at SC Johnson ANZ and a Founding Member of The CMO Club's Sydney Chapter, with over fifteen years of experience in global corporations.
Current Roles
James Keep holds multiple influential positions in marketing and business strategy. Currently, he serves as the Marketing Director - ANZ at SC Johnson in Sydney, Australia. Additionally, he is a Founding Member of The CMO Club's Sydney Chapter, where he actively contributes to the marketing community.
Previous Experience
James Keep's career includes significant roles in various prominent companies. He worked at SC Johnson as the Marketing Commercialisation Manager for a year from 2016 to 2017. Prior to that, he held several positions at RB, including Regional Marketing Manager in Dubai from 2014 to 2016, Senior Brand Manager for Nurofen in 2013, and Senior Brand Manager for Finish from 2010 to 2012. He also worked at Thorntons as a Brand Manager from 2007 to 2008 and held various roles at Nestle from 2004 to 2007.
Early Career
James Keep began his professional journey with diverse roles that built his foundation in marketing and sales. He served as a New Business Executive at Nestle Rowntree from 2002 to 2004 and as a Business Account Executive and Assistant Brand Manager at Nestle from 2004 to 2007. He also worked at Sainsburys as a Category Assistant in 2002 and as a Sales Manager at Marcus Evans from 1999 to 2002.
Education and Expertise
James Keep studied Marketing at the University of Salford in the UK, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in the field from 1995 to 1998. His educational background laid the groundwork for his expertise in the marketing domain, which has been further honed through over fifteen years of professional experience in fast-paced, global corporations.
Global and Inclusive Leadership
James Keep has broad international experience, having worked in both developed and developing markets across different continents. He promotes an inclusive and values-driven culture within the organizations he leads. Known for his mental agility and resilience, Keep is adept at adapting to new challenges in complex, uncertain markets. His motivation is driven by the constant pursuit of new challenges and a commitment to continuous learning.