Unrivalled Experience in Difficult Locations

Aaron is the founder of Cakum Global. Aaron specializes in professional proposal development for government, NGO and commercial contracts, catering to a range of industries, including international government, NATO, United Nations, oil and gas, mining, and construction. Aaron’s other company that he founded, Salentis International, has managed and written more than 150 proposals valued at more than US$120 billion, with a success rate of >95% for Technical Responses. Aaron also conducts site visits, formulates supply chain models, and implements logistic strategies in diverse and challenging environments, leveraging his ability to lead multinational teams and foster stakeholder relationships. Aaron speaks native English, excellent Spanish, good Portuguese and basic French and Bahasa Indonesia.

Mark is an accomplished logistics management professional with a robust international background spanning diverse industries such as Oil & Gas, Mining, Government, and Shipping. Renowned for his expertise in executing logistics for major Oil & Gas projects, Mark excels in operational readiness and transformation from project to production settings, emphasizing safety and operational excellence. His proficiency in project management, logistics, supply chain, and business development equips him for senior management roles. As a consultant, he successfully modernized operations, restructured businesses, and developed innovative solutions, contributing to the growth and optimization of small-to-medium size companies, including technology start-ups. Mark’s strategic acumen shines through his roles at multi-national resource sector companies, where he led logistics for significant projects in countries like Papua New Guinea, Guyana, Brazil, and Mozambique. Mark speaks native English.

Alistair is a seasoned executive with 40 years of global experience in remote site operations, supply logistics, and facilities management support services. He has led strategic development, market-entry, and project operations across diverse industries and challenging environments on all continents. Alistair’s career spans leadership in his own international partnership businesses, a top 100 UK PLCs, and independent organizations, including UN, NATO, and NGO contracts. His recent achievements include transforming a Saudi Arabian organization into a market leader in Facilities Management. With a track record of having successfully operated in  over 30 country’s many of which have been sucess in conflict zones and challenging regions, Alistair’s expertise in team leadership, stakeholder relations, and strategic growth adds value to organizations worldwide. Alistair speaks native English.

João is a dynamic and target-oriented senior manager with a wealth of experience in diverse regional and multicultural environments. With a strong analytical mindset and attention to detail, he excels in operations management, business development, and supply chain logistics. João’s proven track record includes successful project leadership in challenging industries such as facilities management, FMCG retail, and catering. He brings a wide range of skills to the table, from procurement and vendor management to last-mile delivery and food safety management. João has worked on major international projects, including large facility management contracts in Africa and supply chain management projects in Europe. His expertise encompasses developing comprehensive supply chain solutions, negotiating contracts, implementing distribution networks, and achieving substantial growth in both volume and value. João speaks native Portuguese, excellent English, Spanish, French and Turkish and basic Russian.

Wesley is a distinguished Remote Project Infrastructure Expert renowned for his exceptional contributions across diverse sectors in Africa, including workforce camps, non-process infrastructure, and facilities management. With a prolific career spanning over two decades, Wesley’s entrepreneurial prowess shines through co-founding and leading impactful ventures. His visionary leadership has left an indelible mark on Africa’s business landscape, particularly in remote camp design and development. Wesley’s pioneering spirit is evident in his establishment of workforce camps in 18 African nations, setting an unmatched industry standard. From conceptualization and design to execution, he has orchestrated seamless solutions for prestigious clients in mining, oil & gas, education, and health sectors. His outstanding record boasts over 100 camps completed in remote African locations annually. A recipient of the Young Entrepreneurs of the Future award, Wesley’s comprehensive project management education from the University of Pretoria solidifies his expertise. His international experience spans numerous African countries, demonstrating a deep understanding of diverse markets and business environments. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Wesley’s commitment to community development and economic empowerment underscores his lasting impact on Africa’s progress. Wes speaks native English.

Mark is a seasoned professional known for his exceptional leadership in remote and challenging environments. With a solid background in logistics management, he possesses a comprehensive skill set that encompasses health supply chain, procurement, quality assurance, financial management, and negotiations. Mark’s extensive career includes transformative roles in humanitarian settings, where he’s led critical operations in various crises. As a Health Logistics Specialist, he provided crucial advice to the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States. Mark’s tenure as a Senior Humanitarian Advisor for FCDO in Ethiopia showcased his adeptness in analyzing logistics architecture and addressing supply chain challenges in conflict and drought contexts. His expertise shines through his work with organizations like Mirembe Village Consortium, Crown Agents, and Save the Children International, where he directed food and critical item distribution, managed country logistics, and headed Ebola response operations. Mark speaks native English.

Mick is a highly experienced Logistics Specialist with a remarkable 35-year track record in managing complex operations across diverse industries. His expertise spans program and project management, supply chain optimization, stakeholder engagement, and financial planning. With a background in Defence, Infrastructure, Construction, and Government sectors, Mick’s career has been marked by notable accomplishments. He has led comprehensive support for the Australian Defence Organisation over the last couple of decades and played a pivotal role in managing science and technology support to Middle East operations. Mick’s leadership as Chief Operating Officer at Hensoldt Australia was instrumental in establishing the company’s sovereign capability in space domain awareness and Electronic Signature Management. His achievements also encompass strategic relationship management, business development, and effective governance. A dedicated leader with extensive experience, Mick excels in navigating remote and challenging environments to drive success. Mick speaks native English and good Thai.

Harrison, an accomplished United States Armed Forces veteran, thrives in remote and challenging landscapes. With a focus on Eastern Europe, he adeptly manages operations, offers military and civilian training, and fosters professional networks. Harrison’s expertise shines in austere conditions, disaster areas, and conflict zones, ensuring optimal performance in adverse environments. As a Subject Matter Expert, he advises on cross-lingual communication, while his military service showcases leadership and coordination in fire support in the ongoing Ukraine-Russia War. Proficient in multiple languages, including Ukrainian and Russian, Harrison’s strategic acumen and extensive experience equip him for success in dynamic and challenging settings. Harrison speaks native English and good Ukrainian and Russian.

Scott is an experienced consultant with a 20-year career spanning international Defense and national security arenas. Proficient in multiagency collaboration and complex strategic issues, he possesses a remarkable track record. With deep-rooted expertise in doctrine, Scott has made substantial contributions to publications for the Australian Defence Force, Australian Customs and Border Protection Service, Australian Federal Police and the United States Marine Corps. These cover issues related to domestic operations, intelligence, investigations and command and control. Scott has highly-developed analytical, problem-solving skills. He is extremely experienced in stakeholder engagement and in leading workshops and exercises. With academic credentials including a Master of Arts in International Relations and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Scott excels in delivering insights and solutions within complex and challenging environments.

Scott speaks native English and basic Bahasa Indonesia.

Doug, a seasoned executive and Chartered Professional Engineer and Project Manager, excels in remote and challenging settings. With an MEngSc and BE(Mech), he’s adept in complex project establishment, operation, and optimization. Passionate about building and supporting local industry, Doug leverages cross-sector expertise to foster growth and collaboration. His leadership thrives in geographically dispersed roles, from P&L responsibilities to project and program management, construction, manufacturing, and community engagement. Using his broad industry experience, he has driven complex procurement, contract management, business improvement and stakeholder relations in support of diverse projects, business and assets. Adept in strategy, business planning, and organisational transformation, Doug’s accomplishments include past roles at Boeing, Downer Group, Santos, John Holland, and the Royal Australian Navy. His journey includes pivotal achievements in challenging environments within Defence, Oil & Gas, and infrastructure domains. Doug speaks native English.

Operating in some of Earth’s harshest realms like Kashmir, the Namib Desert, and Mongolia, Dirkie thrives as an Operations and Logistics Manager. Tasked with supplying technical and logistical support for extreme sports events like ‘Racing the Planet’ and ‘Kinetic Events’, he masterfully orchestrates logistics operations in time-sensitive activities. Amid challenging conditions and remote territories, Dirkie excels in devising agile strategies, ensuring quality, and nurturing customer satisfaction. With a remarkable journey encompassing top-tier events like FIFA World Cup tournaments and international-standard golf course (Gary Player) maintenance, he navigates intricate logistics and labour concerns in developing countries. As a former South African Reserve Force Armoured Corps Squadron Leader, Dirkie embodies leadership, resilience, and dedication, honing skills in diverse and demanding settings. Dirkie speaks native Afrikaans and English and also speaks Bahasa Indonesia, Tswana and South Sotho (the latter two are southern African languages).

With over two decades of versatile clinical expertise spanning internal and acute medicine, critical care, infectious diseases, and tropical/travel medicine, coupled with extensive track record in multi-industry in infection prevention/control, Changa brings a wealth of remote sites clinical experience. He stands out not only as a clinician but also as an administrative leader, excelling in quality, safety, and risk management. His multi-faceted career extends to public health, where he has contributed to government advisory, policy formulation, and cross-government partnerships. Changa has vast, first-hand experience in outbreak investigation and disaster management, and has spearheaded Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) training in remote and austere environments. Moreover, he has seamlessly ventured into the pharmaceutical realm and medical entrepreneurship, leaving an indelible mark on healthcare start-ups and remote medical access platforms. Changa is widely published in medical literature and is considered a global expert in dengue fever and communicable diseases. Changa speaks native English and Sinhala, as well as basic medical Spanish.