Doriena Parsons National Head of Strategic Communications and Marketing , Moore Australia , Victoria , Melbourne

Doriena Parsons

National Head of Strategic Communications and Marketing
Remote

Bio

Helping organisations build trust, strengthen reputation and drive commercial growth through strategic marketing, communications and people-anchored leadership.

I lead marketing and communications strategy for organisations that need clarity, consistency and commercial focus across complex, multi-stakeholder environments. My work spans brand positioning, go-to-market planning, campaign execution, stakeholder communications, content strategy and lead generation, all grounded in a belief that marketing earns its place when it connects directly to business growth.

Close to twenty years of international experience underpin how I approach this work. My career has taken me across the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, the Sultanate of Oman and Australia, leading multi-cultural teams and delivering strategy in regulated industries across B2B, B2B2C and B2C markets. That breadth of environment has shaped a practical, adaptable approach to marketing leadership that translates across sectors and geographies.

At Moore Australia, I lead national marketing and communications initiatives that support firm and network growth, strengthen brand consistency and improve lead generation across the network. The work ranges from service line go-to-market planning and campaign delivery through to stakeholder communications, content programmes and client experience. Building practical frameworks that help firms translate strategy into action is central to what I do, whether that means launching a new service line, refreshing brand positioning, or equipping senior professionals with the personal branding skills to build visibility and trust in their markets.

Clear, honest communication sits at the heart of every client and stakeholder relationship. You’ll get a direct assessment of what is working, what is not, and where the greatest opportunities lie. My focus is always on connecting marketing activity to measurable commercial outcomes, while making sure the people doing the work understand the purpose behind it and feel supported in delivering it.

 

Qualifications and memberships
Bachelor of Communications (International and Intercultural Communications).
MACert in Communications Management.
PostGraduate Certificate in DEIB.
Additional study in psychology and business strategy.
Certified Practising Marketer (CPM).
Fellow of the Australian Marketing Institute (FAMI).
Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD).

Personal note
Outside of work, I’m a mentor to emerging marketers through the Australian Marketing Institute, and I speak on values-based leadership, personal branding, the ethical considerations of AI, and culture building.

Marketing add on services and workshops:

  • Marketing and communications audits
  • Brand, messaging and positioning refresh
  • Service line go to market strategy and launch planning
  • Digital marketing strategy, content planning and lead generation support
  • Stakeholder communication planning and executive messaging
  • Personal branding and professional presence workshops
  • Career development and communication skills workshops

 

Areas of expertise

  • Corporate communications and reputation
  • Stakeholder management and executive communication
  • Culture building and people centred change
  • Intercultural workplaces and leadership
  • Aligning sustainability goals with community and people focused engagement

 

Sector experience

  • Banking and financial services
  • Payments
  • Education
  • Travel
  • Personal finance
  • Faith-based organisations and products

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