Meet the Team

Anthony has almost 20 years’ recruitment industry experience within the resources and infrastructure sectors. He has led teams across Australia and overseas growing businesses with a passion for supporting his people, leading by example and delivering outcomes for all stakeholders.

Anthony’s ethos in business has always been to set clear expectations and drive towards common goals. He has delivered through a commitment to persistent and consistent effort in all aspects of his career and has demonstrated on a number of occasions the ability to build and manage successful businesses.

Anthony brings a track record of delivering results across the organisational chart from executive management and technical staffing through to high volume labour hire for industries that demand stringent levels of compliance and timely turnaround. Like the Conexson business; his clients required a high degree of compliance, safety and accurate onboarding aligning the needs of the client with employees. He is excited to bring this focus to the Disability & Home Care sector through the Conexson business.

Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, the mind can achieve”, a quote from Napoleon Hill’s book ‘Think and Grow Rich’, has been a core belief of Ben’s since he was a teenager and he has carried this mindset through his career and into Conexson’s growth and success.

With most of Ben’s career revolving around leadership and people development, it has become a strong passion and part of who he is. Ben’s greatest joy is working with the people in different industries and interacting with ambitious people who are highly skilled, both technically and operationally.

Ben’s passion is collaborating with small and large businesses to help them grow and scale up, by providing talent solutions and advice.

Ben’s personal belief (and an integral part of Conexson’s culture) is that if our Participants and Support Workers succeed, Conexson will succeed as well.

As the founder of Conexson, Ben is excited to make a difference in the Disability & Home Care sector. Ben feels that there is a need to have more Participant and Care focused providers that also deliver on quality and compliance.

Ben’s extensive knowledge and experience in and around the industry, is the reason why Conexson are the Specialists and he would revel in having a conversation with you regarding how Conexson can help take your support to the next level.

Todd has a knack of understanding what a customer needs and delivering on that need consistently to achieve great results and enduring partnerships. For this reason, he has a track record of questioning how things are done, listening to different viewpoints, and focusing on how a company can add value to the industry they operate in.

Over the last 20+ years Todd has grown businesses across the recruitment, media, and advertising sectors by being quick to adopt to market opportunities and to support clients to take advantage of new ways of doing things, new technology and supporting change.

Todd’s role at Conexson is to support our growth, by ensuring we have great people who are supported and aligned to the ever-growing needs of the disability and aged care sectors.

Chris has extensive experience supporting people to achieve their career ambitions. After a decade working for largescale not-for-profits in employment focussed programs, the last 5 years has seen him transition in commercial recruitment to build successful networks and convert business across niche markets. Chris’ customer-centric focus coupled with his innate relationship building ability supports high level service delivery of staffing solutions for Conexson, their Clients and their Members. He looks forward to supporting the strategic ambitions of partners across his region and contributing to the greater goals of the Conexson business as a whole. Born and raised in Brisbane, and now raising a young family of his own, Chris enjoys everything the City has to offer. When not working, he enjoys weekend beach getaways with his family, and any opportunity for a nice dinner and wine out.

Alicia has called Brisbane home since moving here from New Zealand at a young age. She has worked across a range of roles in hospitality, client services, and disability support. These experiences have equipped her with a versatile skill set and a unique perspective on building connections and making a positive impact in her work.

Though quiet by nature, Alicia is always friendly, approachable, and motivated by the opportunity to help others. She is a lover of good food and music - outside of work, she loves travelling, cooking, and exploring the outdoors - though a good nap ranks high on her list too.

Despite being Born and bred in Brisbane, Hayley has had the privilege of working all over Australia. With a passion for people and business management, Hayley had spent that last 18 years building her career in supermarket management. In the height of 2020 and the drama it brought to the world, Hayley found herself wanting to do more. It was then she started working with an employment agency and started getting people with disabilities into long term, meaningful employment.

Combining all her skills together she has found a home with Conexson, working alongside the Conexson team for the past 18 months in her previous role, Hayley has made the move back home to Brisbane to be apart of the Milton office Conexson team.

Hayley is very approachable and always helpful in a crisis. Her main goal is connecting care, and making sure the most vulnerable Australian’s are supported.

Outside of work you will find Hayley in the garden or hanging out with her animals.

Laney was born on the Gold Coast, moved to Brisbane in late 2019 to broaden her horizons and meet new people. With many years in Customer Service and Hospitality, Laney has recently made a career change and joined the team at Conexson to fulfill her dream of helping and supporting others. When she is not working, you'll find Laney at a Pilates class, buying more unnecessary plants from her local Farmer’s Markets, attempting to brush up on her Dutch skills, or cuddled up on the couch with her cat watching 'How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days'.

Lane is a dedicated support scheduler for NDIS, working to ensure participants receive the timely and effective support they need. With a strong passion for making a positive impact on the community, Lane approaches their role with empathy and a commitment to creating meaningful change. Before joining the team, Lane gained valuable experience working in a liquor store and a government call centre, where they developed strong problem-solving and communication skills. Outside of work, they enjoy exploring their creative side with film photography, clay making, and cooking. Lane's unique combination of skills, experiences, and values makes them an invaluable part of the team, always striving to improve the lives of those around them.

"Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and grow."

Dorothy relocated from the Philippines to Australia in 2023, driven by a passion for learning and a love for exploring new horizons. With a background in customer service and team management, Dorothy brings a wealth of experience to her role as a Support Scheduler at Conexson. She thrives in dynamic environments, using her expertise to navigate complexities and ensure seamless operations. Dorothy is dedicated to effective scheduling, supporting Conexson's growth and success with a focus on inclusivity and problem-solving.

Join Dorothy on her journey to help Conexson achieve its goals through dedication, innovation, and a positive approach to supporting the team and company.

Emily was born in South Australia and, not long after, moved to Queensland. She has been a resident of the sunny state ever since – we can understand why. Emily came to Conexson with extensive work experience in customer service and office management which helped her slot right in. Something interesting about Emily is she started with Conexson as a Support Scheduler, before moving into her current position as Regional Manager. One thing that has remained constant across these roles, is Emily’s passion for building genuine connections with people and this is one of the reasons why she has continued to thrive in Conexson.

As a mother of three boys, Emily’s as busy in the office as she is at home. On the weekends you will find her at her sons’ cricket, football, or soccer games, front and centre, cheering them on.

Katie Lees is an experienced Account Manager and Recruitment Specialist with over seven years of success delivering workforce and staffing solutions across the healthcare, NDIS, construction, engineering, and manufacturing sectors. She has a strong background in account management, client relationship development, and end-to-end recruitment, with a proven ability to grow client portfolios, drive business development opportunities, and deliver high-quality staffing outcomes.

Known for her relationship-focused and consultative approach, Katie excels at building long-term partnerships with clients and candidates alike. She has extensive experience managing key accounts, identifying workforce needs, coordinating recruitment strategies, and ensuring seamless service delivery in fast-paced environments. Her ability to balance commercial outcomes with exceptional candidate and client experiences has consistently resulted in strong retention, revenue growth, and successful placements.

Throughout her career, Katie has demonstrated expertise in stakeholder management, workforce planning, compliance coordination, onboarding, and high-volume recruitment. She is highly adaptable, target-driven, and passionate about connecting businesses with the right talent to support operational success and long-term growth.

Outside of work, Katie enjoys staying active through gym and Pilates. She also loves spending time outdoors with her French Bulldog, Frankie, exploring Brisbane cafés, parks, and walking trails with friends and family.

Charli always seeks a challenge, diving into unfamiliar territory to find optimal solutions. She is always on the lookout for interesting and enjoyable ways to spend her time. She loves exploring her creative interests and hobbies, such as reading, learning new crafts, and playing with her puppy, Loki.

With her background in hospitality and customer service, Charli is dedicated to bringing her expertise to Conexson to make a positive impact on people's lives and provide support in any way she can. She takes pleasure in the simple things and is always willing to lend an ear to those in need.

Eleanor has vast experience in customer service and chose to pursue a career within the care and support sector because of her passion for helping others and dedication to making a positive difference. Eleanor is a patient and understanding individual who is looking forward to learning and growing meaningful connections.

She’s a sports lover, Netflix binger, and outdoor enthusiast who loves seeking thrills. Enjoys spending quality time with loved ones and eating delicious food.

Caitilin was born and raised in the beautiful Moreton Bay region and has spent over a decade working in community care—supporting individuals and families to live safer, more fulfilling lives. She is passionate about creating meaningful connections and believes that kindness, reliability, and a good sense of humour go a long way in making a difference. In her free time Caitilin enjoys good food, music and amateur theatre—whether in the audience or on stage. An enthusiastic bookworm, true crime podcast lover and crazy cat lady, she treasures quality time with friends and family. Life is all about balance, and I’m always up for finding new ways to enjoy it.

Rhianna, originally from Brisbane and raised in Darwin, has lived across Australia and is now back in Brisbane, enjoying being close to her family. With a long-standing passion for helping others, she’s worked in aged care since her teens and now gets to combine her love for care with new challenges and opportunities in her fulfilling role with Conexson.

Outside of work, Rhianna enjoys reformer Pilates, weekend markets, belting out car singalongs, watching true crime with her dog, trying new restaurants and loves quality time with friends and family.

Rhianna has a light-hearted approach to life, never taking things too seriously and always embracing her goofy side.

Kate is a support scheduler new to the role, who is looking forward to growing her skill set. Before joining Conexson Kate had experience working in early childhood education where she developed a love of working with children and families impacted by disabilities. This developed into a passion for finding the best possible outcome for clients and their loved ones.

Kate is an active member of her church working within a team in order to run a youth program for high school students at nearby schools. She is currently studying to obtain her bachelor’s degree in health science with a specialization in clinical studies. When she's not working, studying, or volunteering you will find Kate spending time with her partner or playing guitar. She also loves being active at the gym and enjoying time outside swimming or hiking.

Caitlin brings over 10 years of customer service experience, which includes retail and inbound call centre roles on various government contracts. She genuinely desires to help others and always aims for the best possible outcome.

In her free time, you'll find her at home with her dogs and foster puppies, either reading or crocheting, all while binge-watching true crime shows.

With a diverse working background including hospitality, graphic artist, scientist, and administration roles, Ailsa has always enjoyed meeting, and working with people from different backgrounds and walks of life.

This experience has gifted Ailsa with a kind nature and many skills. She has become a valued member of the Conexson team with the capacity to cover multiple regions.

With the enormous support & patience she has received from her Conexson colleagues, members, and clients, she is thoroughly enjoying learning about, and working in, the care support sector.

Ailsa truly loves a challenge and has demonstrated that she will stop at nothing to get the right match for clients and members alike.

When not working, Ailsa enjoys music (especially old-school punk) and settling into her role as crazy cat lady with her 2 moggies.

Jamielyn was born and raised in the City of Majestic Waterfalls in the Philippines, Iligan City. Everyone calls her Jamie or Jam, and she's the youngest of five siblings and an aunt to three nephews and one niece.

She graduated from Silliman University with a Bachelor of Science in Foreign Affairs. This may be her first job, but it's not her first time working for an organization, as she was a member of various student and social-civic groups in college.

One of her memorable experiences would be working with a foreign embassy in the Philippines for the Leadership Award for Girls, where she and her team interviewed over 400 applicants for the said award.

Jamie's maternal side is from an indigenous group called Tausug. "Tau" means people, and "sug" means sea current, thus "people of the current". She can speak Tausug, and she is still learning how to speak fluently. She loves to travel and journal, and recently she's hooked on watching musicals.

Taylah, originally from Coffs Harbour NSW, studied a Bachelor of Zoology in Armidale before deciding to move to Brisbane to find new work. However, with a background in customer service, Taylah is finding that her passion for customer care has led her towards living in Brisbane's vibrant city life. By loving to explore new places and trying new foods, this has led her through various job experiences and connections with diverse people. She is realising that her joy in meeting and caring about others has made her decide to stay in southern QLD, where she hopes to explore new opportunities and learn from various people.

Taylah is passionate about making people's lives easier and happier, whilst aiming to try and add a smile to their day. She is known for her easy-going nature and positive attitude both at home and at work; and while her dedication is to bring in smiles, she will consistently try to improve her skills to complete goals and achievements set by her own standards.

Outside of work, Taylah's hobbies reflect her dynamic interests. She finds joy in experimenting with cooking, constantly seeking new recipes and taste-testing a lot of foods. As a self-professed gaming enthusiast, she can also be entertained by the immersive experiences offered by consoles- she is always looking for a challenge or having that time to be creative. Nevertheless, Taylah also embraces outdoor adventures by eagerly seizing opportunities to camp, hike scenic routes, and trying to spend as much time as she can with her family down in NSW. All these activities not only satisfy her adventurous spirit but also recharge her positivity and ready herself to get back into a normal routine.

Matt has assisted leading organisations across multiple sectors to appoint key personnel to business-critical roles for almost 20 years. He has successfully recruited from blue collar through to c suite professionals across various sectors in both Australia and Internationally. This experience and background ensure the full scope of personnel solutions across all levels of your business whether it be of a contract or permanent nature. Outside of work you will generally find Matt in the great outdoors whether it be fishing, camping, snowboarding, bushwalking, or boating. He is also a big fan of a road trip and travelling in general, always keen to explore new places.

Linda White, GAICD, CA, is a senior finance executive with extensive expertise in finance, project management, and governance. Over her career, Linda has demonstrated exceptional trust and integrity, consistently driving operational excellence and sustainable business improvements. She holds a Bachelor of Business in Accounting and Business Law from Swinburne University, is a Chartered Accountant, a graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and has completed coaching programs, including Melbourne Business School's Executive Coaching in Leadership.

With a solid background in finance, project management, and governance, Linda excels in enhancing business performance through strategic process improvements and stakeholder engagement. Her career spans over two decades across industries such as transport, professional services and banking.

Linda is committed to continuous improvement with the ability to identify inefficiencies in processes and drive sustainable improvements to enable business growth and financial improvement.

Linda is dedicated to volunteering within her community and finds joy in giving back and making a difference. Her love for adventure shines through her running experiences combining an adventure on foot with holidays with friends and family (“runcations”), she loves to travel, and loves spending time with her cherished family.

Geraldine grew up in the north-west of France and arrived in Australia in 2000 seeking new adventures — she loved it so much she decided to make it her permanent home.

Geraldine brings over 15 years of experience in the aged care industry, with expertise spanning management, recruitment, rostering, accounts, payroll and billing. She has also accumulated many years of experience in the hospitality and health industries, giving her a broad and well-rounded professional background.

With comprehensive knowledge of award interpretation and payroll processes, Geraldine is a detail-oriented professional who delivers results. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Diploma in Hospitality.

A self-motivated and dynamic individual, Geraldine is committed to achieving outcomes for the organisations she represents. She is loyal, trustworthy, and reliable, and firmly believes in the power of people to create better, more efficient workplaces through collaboration and teamwork.

Outside of work, Geraldine enjoys long walks with her dog, spending quality time with her children, husband, and friends, and indulging her love of good food, cheese, and wine. She also loves travelling back to France whenever she gets the chance!

From the Philippines, Thesa has gained significant experience and knowledge in the Human Resources space. Her first few years revolved around Total Rewards and Organizational Development functions in one of the leading car companies in the Philippines.

She went on to widen her opportunities and gain new learnings. Thesa finds fulfillment in helping to carry out a positive employee experience by providing quality Human Resources services chiefly on the Compensation and Benefits side of things. Her persistence, resilience, and being goal-driven are what help her achieve whatever she puts her mind to.

During work breaks, you can mostly see her listening while jamming to her favourite soundtracks as it keeps her active and relaxed during the day.

Interest: Music, Food, Korean TV series, Travel with family

July has an impressive 15-year career as a Compensation and Benefits Officer. Before assuming this role, she had a successful tenure in recruitment, specialising in medical diagnostics and clinic management. Additionally, she gained valuable experience in business process outsourcing, where her responsibilities included managing payroll and employee benefits.

July comes to AMBICO with a wealth of knowledge and experience and looks forward to putting this to practice for our clients.

An interesting side to July, is that she’s a nature lover. Being in nature or even viewing scenes of nature, nourishes her soul and provides her with inner peace.

He grew up on the south side of Brisbane. Over the years, he's built up 10+ years of commercial accounting experience, along with 2 years in public practice. The skills he brings to the team centre around automation and Excel template building, helping streamline processes and make everyday tasks more efficient. Outside of work, you'll usually find him riding bikes or hiking.

Benilda holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accountancy and possesses extensive experience in managing a wide range of accounting functions across various industries. She has consistently demonstrated the ability to excel in multinational environments and derives great satisfaction from collaborating with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. As a results-oriented professional, she is dedicated to identifying and implementing innovative strategies that enhance organizational value, promote continuous education and improvement, and drive sustainable growth.

On her free time, she enjoys cooking, spending time with family and friends, and reading all about Crypto.

In her professional journey, Nicole has extensive experience in financial reporting and fixed asset management across Food Manufacturing and Construction industries. Her solid educational background in Accountancy and Management Accounting, has equipped her with a strong understanding of financial principles essential to her roles. Known for her proactive problem-solving approach and commitment to ongoing learning, she adeptly navigates dynamic industry trends.

Outside her professional life, she finds enjoyment in activities like running and reading self-help books, alongside attending to music and art events. Additionally, she treasures socializing with friends, fostering meaningful connections and shared experiences.

With over 10 years of experience in operations and management roles, Caitlin brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record to every organisation she joins. Having worked across the construction industry, NDIS, and labour hire sectors, she has developed a versatile and well-rounded skill set that allows her to adapt quickly and deliver results in diverse environments.

Prior to her current role, Caitlin served as an Operations Manager, following successful tenures in account management and sales. Known for her proactive approach and sharp attention to detail, she consistently delivers results and drives continuous improvement wherever she goes.

Outside of work, Caitlin enjoys travelling with friends, spending time with family, and keeping up with the demands of her very opinionated sausage dog.

Nino is a dedicated IT professional with over nine years of hands-on experience working across both Windows and Linux environments. A graduate of a three-year engineering program specializing in Systems and Network Administration, he has built a solid technical foundation complemented by strong soft skills developed through years of industry experience.

Known for his calm and solutions-focused approach, Nino plays a key role in improving team workflows by applying Lean Six Sigma practices. He takes pride in identifying and resolving bottlenecks that slow down processes, always aiming to keep things running efficiently and smoothly.

Beyond his technical skills, Nino is someone who values balance. Outside of work, he’s passionate about sports and staying active. Whether it's basketball, volleyball, badminton, trail running, or competing in obstacle course races, he’s always up for a challenge. He brings that same drive and energy to his professional life as well.

At his core, Nino is someone who believes in continuous improvement, values teamwork, and strives to make a positive impact both in the workplace and in everyday life.

Liz, hailing from Mandaue City, Cebu, Philippines, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology, majoring in Computer Technology. She quickly launched her career in IT, exploring various roles including Technical Marketing, Sales Support Representative, and Appointment Setter. Despite these diverse experiences, Liz decided to focus on her true passion within the IT field. She started her career at Pondo Billing System as a Technical Support Representative and was promoted to Technical Support Assistant Manager, where she worked for nearly three years. Seeking new challenges, Liz joined Accenture Inc. as a Service Desk Voice Support role and advanced to Level 2 Technical Analyst over a span of three years.

Outside of work, Liz is a light-hearted individual who enjoys music, the beach, and staying active with sports such as running, volleyball, and badminton. She is also a loving sister, deeply caring for her family.

Kimvy is a dedicated IT and business intelligence professional with over eight years of hands-on experience spanning finance analytics, process automation, and data-driven reporting. A Business Analyst and

Solutions Developer specializing in the Microsoft Power Platform, Kimvy designs and develops automated, interactive Power BI dashboards using advanced DAX and Power Query (M), transforming complex datasets into clear, actionable business insights. A graduate of the Bachelor of Information Technology program, he has built a strong technical foundation that has grown steadily through progressively senior roles across the finance and transportation sectors.

Known for a meticulous and solutions-focused approach, he has a track record of turning manual, error-prone processes into reliable automated systems. This meant building Visual Basic Application driven reporting solutions integrated with SAP scripting to track costs, consumption, and procurement in real time. Throughout, Kimvy has consistently focused on improving accuracy, reducing manual effort, and giving teams the visibility they need to make better decisions faster.

Beyond the world of dashboards and data models, he finds balance through quieter pursuits. An enthusiastic fish keeper, Kimvy enjoys the patience and care that comes with maintaining an aquarium and unwinds by settling in for a good movie whenever there's time to spare.

Joel is a dynamic and passionate marketing and branding professional who loves everything to do with effective offline and online strategies for small business development and growth. Having over 15 years experience in marketing and branding, Joel has had the opportunity to work for, and with, both small local and high level multi-national organisations in Australia and New Zealand.

On top of holding tertiary qualifications in marketing, management and graphic design, Joel is also a Google Adwords Qualified Individual and a Fellow Certified Practising Marketer for the Australian Marketing Institute (the highest membership recognition as accorded by the constitution).

Joel’s particular passion is to help small businesses and aspiring professionals to achieve their business goals through brilliant online and offline marketing and sales initiatives. Joel is a firm believer that all small businesses deserve affordable and effective marketing solutions and he strives to provide all his clients this through his extensive knowledge, training and first hand experience in the industry.

On top of providing his customers with effective and quality results, Joel places a large emphasis on building strong long-term relationships with clients, suppliers and stakeholders. Clients have found that one of Joel’s attributes is that he provides exceptional attentive customer service and is very helpful, friendly and approachable.

John Grava is a Digital Marketing Manager and Graphic Designer with more than 11 years of experience helping businesses grow through data-driven marketing, creative design, and strategic digital campaigns. Originally from Cebu, Philippines, he has worked with companies across Australia, the Netherlands, Singapore, Malaysia, and the UAE, giving him a global perspective and the ability to adapt to different industries, audiences, and cultures.

Throughout his career, John has led marketing initiatives across eCommerce, healthcare, technology, retail, hospitality, and service-based businesses. His expertise spans paid advertising, SEO, email marketing, marketing automation, CRM systems, branding, content strategy, conversion optimisation, website design, and AI-powered marketing workflows.

Outside of work, John is happiest in the kitchen baking cheesecakes, cookies, and pastries from scratch, or chasing his next adrenaline hit — from rappelling and skydiving to what's now on his adventure bucket list.

Fun Facts About John

⦁ He's particularly proud of his homemade matcha cheesecake, which friends and family happily volunteer to taste-test, and yes, he'll gladly accept volunteers to taste-test the next one.

⦁ One of his most memorable adventures was rappelling down the cliffs in Voss, Norway.

⦁ He's skydived over Dubai's iconic Palm Jumeirah.

⦁ His next dream adventure: shark cage diving with great white sharks in South Africa.

⦁ If he isn't brainstorming his next marketing campaign, there's a good chance he's hunting down the best matcha latte in town — because great ideas (supposedly) start with great matcha.