OUR PEOPLE

Anthony Edgar

GM – Facilities & Commercial Development

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

Hi, I am Anthony, GM of Facilities & Commercial Development! 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 three 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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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!

Beck Foulkes-Taylor

Venue Manager – Toodyay Recreation Centre

Bachelor of Commerce

Hello, I’m Beck, the Venue Manager for Toodyay Recreation Centre. I have been with Clublinks for just over a month and bring with me a number of years’ experience in pool operations, swim teaching and swim coaching along with Shopping Centre management in both Fremantle and Broome. I manage a team at the facility with a number of Junior Lifeguards as well as key stakeholders such as the Toodyay Shire, Community Clubs and our many patrons. My focus is on delivering service to our customers and community members as a whole. I’m a passionate swimmer, and my focus is on healthy activities through sport.

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!

Chad Wilson

Victoria Owners Corporation / Strata Manager

Hi I’m Chad and I’m currently enrolled in Certificate of Registration (NSW) and currently in my 10th year of strata management. I have worked for 7 years in NSW and 3 in Victoria. Prior roles include IT Project Coordination, Poker Tournament Director and Manufacturing of Ski Boats! I joined Clublinks at the end of 2021 as my skills aligned with the need for a manager who had knowledge of both NSW and Victorian Strata Legislation as we manage properties in both states. And who wouldn’t want to work for a company who manages and maintains sports, leisure and golf facilities, the perks are awesome!

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 – DeakinACTIVE

Certificate III & IV in Fitness, Bachelor of Exercise Science and Sport Management (currently studying)

Hi, I’m Jessie, Venue Manager of DeakinACTIVE. I’ve been a leader in the Aquatics and Leisure industries for over 10 years. This includes experience stadiums, pools and health clubs within universities, the private health and fitness sectors and local Government. I oversee three DeakinACTIVE sites (all within Uni campuses) and over 100 employees. 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.

Kate Klein

GM – People & Corporate Services

Bachelor of Education, Graduate Certificate in Human Resources

Hi, I am Kate, GM of People & Corporate Services! I have been leading the People function at Clublinks for 5 years and have over 20 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.

Kurt Gagan

Venue Manager – Bingara Gorge Community

Diploma of Management; Diploma Sport Development; Cert 4 Project Management

I am a sport and recreation professional with 15 years experience in the sports and leisure industry as well as strong retail, administrative and organisational skills. I have held senior roles with Cricket NSW, PCYC NSW and the Sport Australia. I have had ample experience working with sport and recreation industry organisations, national and international sporting federations and other various sport and leisure bodies, most notably, being part of the organising committee for the 2012 London Olympic and Paralympic Games.

I joined CL to bring my experience and new ideas to an organisation with so many knowledgeable skilled people. The chance to grow my knowledge in industries I have not been familiar with such as golf course and strata management while also working for a company who is not afraid to speak up and challenge the status quo was also a key part of my decision to become part of the team. An opportunity to be part of the growth of footprint by CL in NSW was also an opportunity I want willing to miss out on.

I am most passionate about my family – they are the most important thing to me and setting a good example for my two girls is a major part of my daily routine. I am a total sport fanatic whether it be watching or playing! I always want to ensure I am adding value in everything I do because, otherwise it is not worth doing.

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.

Matt Day

State Manager – WA

Bachelor of Business – Marketing Certificate III – Turf Management

Hi, I am Matt, State Manager (WA) for Clublinks! I’ve been with the business for a number of years now and bring with me over 27 years’ golf and turf management experience. I worked for CJD Equipment and Nuturf before spending 15 years with the Town of Cambridge managing and developing Wembley Golf Course with projects such as the 80-bay driving range, mini golf and the very successful 300 acres restaurant. I oversee the fantastic teams at Collier Park Golf and The Cut as well as assisting the Clublinks team and venues with golf projects.

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Mitch Ferguson

Venue Manager – Centenary Park

Bachelor of Commerce / Sport Management majoring in Marketing

Hi, I am Mitch, the Venue Manager at Centenary Park Golf Course in Frankston. I have been with the business just over two years and bring with me over 12 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 Frankston City Council and the Centenary Park Golf Club) in order to deliver a fantastic service to the community of Frankston and beyond.

Sarah Ripley

Marketing Manager

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

Ahoy ahoy, my name is Sarah and I am the Marketing Manager for Clublinks having joined the organisation in February. I come with over 13 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

Finance Manager

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

Hey hey! I’m Stefan, 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.

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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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.

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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Troy Walker

Precinct Manager - Darebin Stadiums

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

Hi, I’m Troy and the Precinct Manager for the Darebin Stadiums. 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.