OUR PEOPLE

Anthony Lawrence

Chief Executive Officer

Bachelor of Accounting, Marketing and Law

Hi, I’m Anthony! I commenced with Clublinks in 2012 as Chief Operating Officer and moved in the role of Chief Executive Officer in 2014. I have a strategic marketing and market research background and am responsible for business strategy, culture and ongoing client relationships. I love communicating with my teams and have started a weekly VLOG to share updates and insights – an acting career may be on the cards!

Anthony Edgar

Chief Operating Officer

Bachelor of Business Management, Diploma in Community Recreation, Diploma of Outdoor Education

Hi, I am Anthony, Chief Operating Officer! I have spent over 20 years in the sports and recreation industry working in senior leadership positions for the YMCA and have been with the Clublinks team for over five years. I’ve been fortunate enough to manage some of the largest leisure and aquatic venues and contracts in Australia, re-engineering and providing strategic and operational support to key stakeholders.

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Kate Klein

Chief People & Corporate Services Officer

Bachelor of Education, Graduate Certificate in Human Resources

Hi, I am Kate, Chief People & Corporate Services Officer! I have been leading the People function at Clublinks for over 7 years and have over 25 years’ experience within the Learning & Development and Human Resources fields. Plus I also have experience leading and facilitating HR practices across multiple industries with dynamic and ever-changing workforces including large casual contingents. Throughout my career, I’ve held senior roles with Melbourne Racing Club, Rebel Sport and a mid-tier professional services firm.

Stephen Peverett

State Manager - NSW

Bachelor of Commerce – Business Management and Marketing

Hi all, I’m Steve, State Manager for NSW. I have enjoyed a colourful 15-year journey from closing leveraged finance trades in the UK, to climbing through the golf operations ranks at some of Sydney’s premium golf clubs. I am now running one of the most successful and vibrant golf entertainment facilities in Australia, at Moore Park Golf.

Most recently we have expanded the footprint in the Moore Park precinct through the acquisition of The Toll House Management Contract and have further plans to expand the precinct into a full suite of family health and entertainment options. Pop in and say hi next time you are in town!

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Tom Zappulla

State Manager – VIC

Masters in Sports Business, Bachelor of Sport & Recreation Management

Hi, I’m Tom, State Manager, Victoria for Clublinks! I manage a talented team of Venue Managers for our clients in VIC and have spent over 15 years in the sports and recreation industries working in leisure and recreation departments within local government. Much of that time was spent developing some of Australia’s premium aquatic facilities, particularly WaterMarc, Greensborough where I was intimately involved through the concept, feasibility, design and operation.

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Ash Presser

National WHSE Manager

Post Graduate Certificate in Leadership, Applied Business , Diploma Sports Development, Cert IV Training & Assessment, Cert IV Workplace Health & Safety

Hi there, i’m Ash and have had extensive background in aquatic and leisure management having worked at numerous aquatic organisations including Life Saving Victoria, Melbourne State Sports Centres, and URBNSURF before joining Clublinks in 2022. I was recently recognised having received various awards from WorkSafe Victoria and National Safety Council of Australia (NSCA).

I joined the team at Clublinks as wanted to work for a new emerging industry leader that incorporated multiple leisure offerings. Additionally, I was seeking a role that considered a greater balance across operations, education, OHS to be able to make long-term changes that support the development of systems and people. I’m motivated by helping others, challenging traditional systems, processes, adopting creative approaches and ultimately fostering safe work environments.  As a safety professional, I enjoy a balance of communicating with clients and coworkers, knowing my work influences risk and safety outcomes.

Sarah Ripley

National Marketing & CX Manager

Bachelor of Business – Major in Marketing; Advanced Dip. of Business Management Practise

Ahoy ahoy, my name is Sarah and I am the National Marketing & CX Manager for Clublinks. I come with over 14 years marketing experience, primarily focused in the NSO (National Sporting Organisation) industry having worked for Netball Australia overseeing the marketing for the Suncorp Super Netball League and Australian Diamonds. I have also worked for Basketball Australia, managing the marketing across all of business including the WNBL, Aussie Hoops junior program and Olympic teams.

I look after the marketing from a national perspective for Clublinks, which includes working with each of the Marketing Executives in my team that are based in each state, ensuring our sites are delivering success. My passion in the marketing space is very much around development of strategy that is outside the norm, creating amazing UX (both in-venue and online) and engaging storytelling.

Stefan Ratnasingham

National Finance Manager

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting & Finance),  Graduate Diploma of Charted Accounting (CA)

Hey hey! I’m Stefan, National Finance manager of Clublinks. I’ve gained a wealth of experience working in public practice accounting firms specialising in tax, audit and superannuation and working with a variety of clients in various industries. One day an opportunity popped up with Clublinks and after jumping at it, I have never looked back.

I strongly believe that there is more to finance than just numbers and the best part of working for Clublinks is that I get to lead a fun and dynamic team of kick ass accountants.

Brent Elphinston

Venue Manager - Centennial Parklands Sports Centre

Bachelor of Physical Education, Lifeguard licence, First Aid/CPR

Hi, I’m Brent and the Venue Manager for Centennial Parklands Sports Centre. I have been in the facilities management industry for over 10 years, including Aquatic Operations and Venue Management. I joined UNSW in an aquatics operations role initially, and given my vast elite coaching and competition management experience, knew I was well suited for the CPSC VM role. I have thoroughly enjoyed my various roles with Clublinks as it is like a family to me, which is also an area of my life I hold close. I love the company of people and admire how the team manage and conduct themselves – it makes work life so much better!

Gemma Nicholson

Venue Manager – Collier Park

BSc Psychology, Dip. Sports Management, Cert. Project Management

Hi there, I’m Gemma, a Venue Manager for Clublinks based at Collier Park Golf. Having moved into marketing and business development over 15 years ago, I’ve spent the last decade working in and on sport, recreation and hospitality venues in the wider Perth area. I lead a fantastic team of PGA Golf Pros and Operations Assistants who are busy creating an exciting future for Collier Park Golf through coaching and providing a premium service for golfers of all ages and abilities.

Jessie Pigott

Venue Manager – Northcote Aquatic & Rec Centre

Certificate III & IV in Fitness, Bachelor of Exercise Science and Sport Management.

Hi, I’m Jessie, Venue Manager of Northcote Aquatic & Rec Centre (NARC). I’ve been a leader in the Aquatics and Leisure industries for over 13 years. This includes experience stadiums, pools and health clubs within universities, the private health and fitness sectors and local Government. I have a huge passion for sport, am an avid footballer and have a desire for leading and developing people and overseeing major projects to encourage better communities.

Jono Coyne

Venue Manager - Centenary Park

Masters of Business (Sport Management), Bachelor of Applied Science (Sports Coaching & Administration)

Hi my name is Johnno Coyne and I’ve spent the last 18 years working in Sport for Development, Community Engagement and Strategic Facility Management most recently within the AFL and Local Government. I joined Clublinks in 2023 due to the company’s fresh and innovative approach to facility management – this is what really attracted me to the role. I also loved the opportunity to work in Golf near home on the Mornington Peninsula and work alongside Frankston Council to deliver the exciting redevelopment at Centenary Park. I am passionate about CP being a social hub for people to connect and love their golf.

Outside of work my family is my number 1 priority. Weekend regulars to CP will often see me with my kids on the practice facilities!

Jonathan Kunz

Venue Manager - Links Kennedy Bay & Birdie Restaurant

Hotellerie Suisse Diploma of International Hotel Management, Bachelor in Business & International Hotel Management

As a third generation hotelier, I started my hospitality career at the tender age of 14, working in a competitor hotel to the family business.  Shortly after finishing my Chef apprenticeship, I began working in a Michelin star restaurant with an Australian Chef, who inspired me to come to Perth.

At the age of 19, I joined the Swiss Army where I quickly rose to the ranks of Corporal Executive Chef and in 2001 I decided to travel to Australia, to never go back home.  In 2011, I relocated to WA where I continued my senior managements career in the craft brewing industry and in international 4 star hotels until embracing suburban life and coming onboard with Clublinks in August 2021. I joined Clublinks as I loved the culture and the philosophy of the business. I also was ready for a new challenge and wanted to learn something new and was fascinated by the opportunity of learning golf facility management by some of the operators in the business.

My biggest passion definitely has to be my love for food and beverage and I feel blessed that my work and passion have always aligned, waking up each day and going to work doing what you love doesn’t even feel like work most of the time.

Mark McLennan

Precinct Manager - Moore Park

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Diploma of Business, Diploma of Leadership & Management, Diploma of Sports Development, Cert IV Pool Operations& Supervision, Cert III & IV Fitness.

Hi I’m Mark McLennan and I have over 17 years’ experience working in various managerial roles across the Sport, Fitness & Aquatic industries. I joined the Clublinks team over two years ago due to wanting to a part of an industry leading company that is going through an exciting and strategic growth phase. I love working with like-minded professionals who like to challenge the status quo and think outside the box in the delivery of our products and services.

I am super passionate about creating positive impacts and experiences for people through the products, services and programs we offer within our facilities.

Mitch Ferguson

Venue Manager – Minnippi Golf & Range

Bachelor of Commerce / Sport Management majoring in Marketing

Hi, I am Mitch, the Venue Manager at Minnippi Golf & Range. I have been with the business for five years and bring with me over 15 years’ experience in the health and fitness and leisure industries. I have over 10 years’ facility management experience and have worked for Fitness First Australia and Goodlife Healthclubs. I manage a small operational team and major stakeholders of the Golf Course (including the Brisbane City Council) in order to deliver a fantastic service to the community of Minnippi and beyond.

Stephanie Chenery

NSW Strata and Communities Manager

Hey, my name is Steph and my role is Strata & Communities Manager for NSW. I hold a Class 1 License in Strata Management and a Statement of Attainment in Team Leader Skill Set

I have been working in the Strata industry since 2014, stating as a repairs assistant, then moving into an assistant strata manager for a short period of time and following into strata manger role. Over this time, I have managed a diverse portfolio ranging from small to large strata schemes, BMC, Neighbourhood, Precinct and Community Associations. Previously I was working at a horse racing stables where I had quite a bad accident – following this, I happened to be speaking to a contact of mine through horses who owned a strata company, long story short she gave me a foot in the door, and I have never looked back.

When I reflect on what it is about my job that I love – although strata and community management can be quite a rollercoaster, I actually really enjoy what I do. I love working closely with our stakeholders to ensure we help deliver the best service possible to make their life easier. After all, it is essentially there home that we manage.

Susan Lahood

Venue Manager - UNSW Fitness & Aquatic Centre

Cert III & IV in Fitness, Cert IV in Graphic Design, Cert IV in Frontline Management, Diploma in Leadership and Management.

I have been in the industry since 2009. I’m passionate about the Health, Fitness and Aquatic industry and the positive effects it has on people’s lives. Also love being in environments where I am constantly learning and offering that same environment for others. Have been to countless industry-based conferences over the years which has been a constant source of education for me.

I joined Clublinks because of the hyper personalised approach they take for their clients matched up with a keen interest in the UNSW Venue Manager role itself. When I saw the role, I could see how much potential and opportunity there was for the Fitness & Aquatic Centre to support all stakeholders at UNSW and the community. The scale of the services on offer excited me.

Troy Walker

Group Manager - Darebin Venues

Advanced Diploma of Business, Diploma of Recreation Management, Post Graduate Management and Governance

Hi, I’m Troy and the Group Manager for the Darebin Venues. I have over 24 years industry experience and have managed facilities in Regional and Metropolitan Australia and Internationally in the UK. I have worked in national leadership positions with large organisations across local government/community recreation, private Fitness companies and University sectors.

I recently joined Clublinks as I wanted to join an organisation who I knew walked the talk in culture and values and delivers a unique, tailored management solution to partners. My passions are that I love seeing people at their best, exercising, having fun and connecting through Sport, Fitness and Leisure activities.