Kristel Hudson
Job title: Marketing & Training Lead
Time at SECA: 10 years in August 2026
What do you like about your job?
I am lucky enough to be involved with both marketing and SECA’s training facility, which gives me a unique perspective across the business. On the marketing side, I focus on strategy, campaigns, tradeshows and brand positioning — ensuring we communicate clearly with the industry and showcase the innovation behind our products. Through the training facility, I’m able to see firsthand how our customers use the equipment, the challenges they face in the field, and the skills they’re developing. Being connected to both areas allows me to align our messaging with real-world experience and ensure we’re not just promoting products, but supporting genuine capability and productivity within the industry.
Mentors in your career: I’ve been fortunate to learn from senior leaders throughout my career, particularly those who value commercial thinking and strategic planning. Their guidance has helped shape my approach to leadership and long-term business growth.
Career Highlights: Leading and managing a major industry tradeshow. Contributing to SECA’s brand positioning and strategic marketing direction. Supporting the expansion of SECA’s training facility, helping grow course participation, increase customer retention, and strengthen industry capability.
Parul Chaudhari
Job title: Accounts & Admin Officer
Time at SECA: Commenced mid-August 2025 What do you like about your job? I enjoy keeping our accounts and processes organised, supporting the team, and ensuring everything runs smoothly. I like being able to solve problems, assist colleagues with queries, and see the positive impact of my work on the overall efficiency of the company.
Mentors in your career: Yes, my manager, Augie Chacko, is a great mentor. He guides me in developing my skills in accounts and administration, provides valuable advice, and continues to support my growth within SECA.
Career Highlights: Career highlights include successfully improving workflow and organisation within our accounts and admin processes, as well as taking on new responsibilities that challenge me and allow me to contribute to the team’s success.
Bernadette Bakulev
Job title: Sales Support Team Lead
Time at SECA: Three years What do you like about your job? I love that no two days are the same—it keeps things fresh and exciting. I enjoy tackling new challenges, continuously learning about our products and services, and building strong relationships with our customers.
Mentors in your career: I’ve been fortunate to have mentors both formally and informally, learning from how they lead, solve problems, and handle challenges. Mentorship is something I value deeply, and I try to pay it forward by supporting and developing others whenever I can.
Career Highlights: Before joining SECA, I led the setup of an international office and managed the operational transition, including processes, training, and knowledge transfer. This project demonstrated the trust placed in me and my ability to deliver seamless outcomes in a complex, high-impact situation.
Katherine Neale
Job title: Administration Assistant Training & Marketing
Time at SECA: Two years (on 20 March)
What do you like about your job? I really enjoy the people I work with and the fact that no two days are the same. The role is fast paced and gives me the opportunity to be creative while continually learning new skills. Marketing has changed significantly with technology, so adapting and keeping up with those changes is a challenge I enjoy. I also find it very rewarding organising training for customers, whether onsite or at one of our locations, learning more about their needs and working with them to ensure their goals are met.
Mentors in your career: Throughout my career I have worked with many different people across a variety of roles, from executive assistant positions in top tier and small law firms to being the Administration and Cremations Coordinator at Liverpool Cemetery. That role was where I first had the chance to explore creativity and marketing. Two mentors in particular stand out. They trusted me, encouraged my ideas and supported my development. Their guidance helped me build confidence, continue learning and take on new challenges. Their leadership showed me how valuable a good mentor can be.
Career Highlights: There have been many memorable moments throughout my career. One that stands out was working at the cemetery, supporting families during difficult times and ensuring everything ran smoothly for them. I have always enjoyed helping people, and that role allowed me to combine that with my legal knowledge when preparing and arranging cremation documentation, as well as using my creativity in the way we supported families. It was meaningful work and brought a real sense of satisfaction knowing we could help people when they needed it most. While many might think it would be a sad environment, the gratitude from families and the strong sense of community made it a very special place to work.
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