Jennie Vickers

Jennie Vickers has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries. Jennie currently serves as a Director for RiskNZ, focusing on improving risk management in New Zealand. In their previous role as a Consultant at Tuatahi First Fibre, they worked on developing new health, safety, and wellness strategies. Jennie also worked as a Consultant and Chief Executive Officer at ZeopardLaw, specializing in security and delivering keynote speeches on insider threats. Jennie has experience in the defense industry, serving as an Editorial Contributor for DEFSEC New Zealand and CEO of the New Zealand Defence Industry Association Inc (NZDIA). Jennie is also a member and Fellow of World Commerce & Contracting, where they were a Director for Australia and New Zealand. Additionally, Jennie has worked as an independent consultant for Fortinet and has experience in customer experience consulting and training through their company Zeopard Think. Jennie has also served as Chair of the Board and General Counsel for Guidetools Aegility Group, specializing in e-learning and compliance.

Jennie Vickers has a comprehensive education history spanning several years and diverse fields of study. Here is a chronological summary of their education:

Jennie obtained a Digital Transformation degree in Business and Technology from Media Design School in 2022. Prior to that, they earned a Diploma of Education in Art Appreciation from The Art Institute from 2019 to 2022.

In 2015, Jennie acquired the SRME – Supplier Relationship Management Expert certification from IACCM after completing a program at World Commerce & Contracting. Jennie also obtained a Certificate of Attainment in Information Technology Law from The University of Auckland in 2014.

During their time at The University of Auckland from 2002 to 2006, Jennie completed a Masters degree in Management, receiving the Beta Gamma Sigma Honours Award. Their studies had a business focus on creativity. Jennie also completed a Graduate Diploma in Business Administration from the same university between 2000 and 2002.

Jennie prepared for legal practice independently and passed The New Zealand Law Practice Examination in 1998, acquiring the qualification of Solicitor and Barrister in New Zealand. Jennie had previously obtained a BA Law (Hons) degree from The University of Sheffield from 1979 to 1982.

Additionally, in 1983, Jennie attended City, University of London, where they completed the Solicitors Finals program, specializing in Law.

Jennie also holds a Micro Credential from academyEX, obtained in 2022. The field of study for this credential is unspecified.

Furthermore, Jennie has obtained several certifications. In 2021, they became a Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 3: Certified Associate, a Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 2: Certified Associate, and a Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 1: Certified Associate. Jennie is also a member of the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) since January 2021. Prior to that, they obtained a CCMP certification from World Commerce & Contracting in 2020. Moreover, Jennie received the title of QEHS Lead Auditor from Exemplar Global, Inc., scheduled for February 2023.

Overall, Jennie Vickers has a diverse educational background, covering fields such as digital transformation, education, law, business, art appreciation, and supplier relationship management. Jennie has pursued both academic degrees and professional certifications to enhance their knowledge and skills in various areas.