Steve Davies
Many former colleagues, fellow board members, and clients, added tremendously kind comments in response to a post Steve made on LinkedIn early in 2023. You can read a selection of these below or follow any of the links to the original post.
“What a great legacy you have built through enduring partnerships and so many people you have mentored and influenced to be their best self.”
Director of Governmental & Regulatory Affairs and Deputy Chair of a NSW government entity
“It has been a privilege and a pleasure to work with you on so many fabulous projects. I will greatly miss your incredible professionalism, tireless work ethic, innovative and creative approach to challenges and limitless good humour.”
“You have been an inspiration and role model for so many people over your illustrious career. I admire how you always have supported and encouraged people and help them to reach their potential. It was a true honour and privilege to have worked with you on the [Federation University] Council.”
“Steve – you are an absolute gentleman and were a key part of an amazing team that did great things. Your kindness, commitment and passion for those around you never wavered and I know that no matter where you head to – you will impact all you engage with positively.”
“The space you created and held facilitated an entire shift towards a more just, inclusive, and balanced culture in our industry. Because of your efforts, hundreds are in interesting roles they otherwise would have never considered. I call that legacy.”
Chief Executive Officer, Non-executive Director, Adjunct Professor
“You were a generous supporter of me as a new Deputy Vice-Chancellor at Federation University Australia Steve and I still remember your kindness and ability to listen and provide insightful commentary.”
“The multitude of comments on this post is testimony to the incredible mark you have left on so many people Steve, not least of which is myself. You have been an amazing manager, mentor and friend, and I consider myself privileged and fortunate to have been able to know and work with you over the last 11 years. A legacy of selflessly helping others is one to be extremely proud of and you can hold your head high in this space. Thank you for your kindness, your generosity with time, your wise words and your guidance – I’ll forever be grateful to you.”
“It was an absolute privilege to have worked under you, an amazing leader who led with humility, great mentor and above all a wonderful person. I cherish every moment of learning along with the fun times.”
“Thank you Steve for your amazing support and you have always been truly inspirational to everyone around you. You are always genuinely interested in those around you from their careers to understanding them as individuals.”
International Student Employability Coordinator, Australian university
“Steve Davies, the work you have done to bring opportunities for growth to people from so many walks of life is inspirational. The continued ripple effect from the success of the P-TECH program will be felt for generations to come. Your support of the Ballarat program remains some of my teaching highlights. What a legacy your professionalism, kindness and all round great humanness leaves.”
Head of Corporate Social Responsibility and University Programs, Asia Pacific
“Dear Steve Davies, thanks for the great collaboration and partnership! You have been a key source of inspiration for me in our joint mission to educate and train the next generation workforce. I couldn’t have asked for a better partner in helping and connecting me to the schools [universities] in Australia.”
“Thank-you Steve Davies for your constant support, guidance and wisdom. You should be so proud of what you achieved while at IBM and we will work very hard to continue your legacy.”
Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research and Innovation, Australian university
“It was a privilege to work with you.”
“Nation building needs leaders like you and we’ve still got some work to do if the next generation is to be as prosperous as ours.”
“I always remember a talk you gave at uni about your career and experiences in life, and your encouraging attitude. Some of your advice stayed with me ever since. I’ll always appreciate the amazing opportunity I was given to be in the professional practice program and to be able to start a career late in life. I’m sure that you changed many lives due to your support for these initiatives.”
“Thank you for being such a genuine, kind and passionate role model and leader, Steve!”
“I always saw you as a very values driven person and leader. Someone who sought to listen, respect, acknowledge and as Marcus Aurelius said just do the right thing, nothing else matters. Wherever you go next they’ll be the beneficiaries of that mindset as well as your wealth of technical knowledge and experience.”
“You made a huge impact on my life so thank you for offering me the chance to prove myself.”
Associate Partner, Cloud Management Solutioning and Delivery
“I’ve been so privileged to have worked with you. I always admired your patience, positive outlook, business knowledge and your genuine interest in each individual around you. Thank you for being a great and inspirational leader to many of us.”
Acknowledgement of Country
Mzuzu Consulting acknowledges the traditional owners of the Dja Dja Wurrung Country in which we live and work, the Jaara people, who, along with the Taungurung, Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung, Wathaurung and Boon Wurrung, make up the federation of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to all elders past and present.
