Since joining TBH in 2000 as a Consultant, Meiske has gained a wealth of technical knowledge and experience while specialising in the provision of project management services and programming across a number of industries including ICT, construction and infrastructure upgrades. She was made Director of TBH in 2011.

Meiske has predominantly been involved in technology focussed projects since 2002.

I love working with people. Most people will know I enjoy a chat and being social. My favourite projects are those that allow me to form relationships with the client, as well as other colleagues rather than working on my own. There can be a greater need for interaction with the client, particularly as part of the job is the challenge of having to extract information from the client. Not always an easy task.

As most of the projects I work on are technology focussed, I love that I am kept constantly on my toes. These types of projects can change so quickly. I’m always trying to stay ahead!

So far, the biggest advantage has been the travel. I have spent time in Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore and New Zealand. An added bonus was experiencing the subway system in Hong Kong.  As a regular user of public transport in Sydney, I realised the NSW State Government could learn a thing or two!

On a National level, I want to help make TBH a household brand. TBH has been around for 45 years and is often referred to as an Icon in the services we provide. I want to be a part of the team that works towards achieving the same status for our technology based work as our traditional services.

On the International scene, I am very interested in being involved in further enhancing the application of TBH services in Asian countries. There is so much work out there and we have so much to offer.

On meeting a new client –

When meeting with a client, particularly a new client, always start with a smile! If you can, approach people in a personal manner rather than getting straight into business. People always like to talk about themselves. They will feel more comfortable and the business talk is much more effective.

On when things get hard to deal with –

Always find the bright side to things. No matter how difficult something becomes, find something great and focus on the positive.

On those long nights in the office –

During those long late hours in the office when you know there is still a long way to go before heading home, a long line of chocolate on your desk helps!