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IFAA is led by a highly qualified executive team comprising eleven managers plus the owners, Neil and Garry. The executive team combined has more than 250 years relevant experience.
Our executive team are passionate, accountable, proactive and respectful, and we actively promote these values through training and management. Most importantly, we never lose sight of the fact that we’re responsible for ensuring our clients are managed, administered and advised professionally.
Bart Black - Manager, Marketing Services
Carolyn Barnes - Manager, IT Development & Maintenance
Cathy Connellan - Manager, Trustee Services
Charmaine Twomey - Manager, Business Services
David Woodard - Manager, Financial Services
Greg Gear - Manager, Administration Services
Meagan Crump - Manager, Human Resources
Michael Corcoran - Manager, Trustee Services
Patrick Twomey - Manager, Trustee Services
Pavle Andric - Manager, IT Operations
Simon Laidely - Manager, SCS
Wayne Oxenford - Manager, Client Solutions |
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Bart Black
Manager, Marketing Services
Bart Black joined IFAA in February 2009 as the newly appointed Manager, Marketing Services.
Bart brings more than 15 years of Marketing expertise to IFAA and it’s funds. He has worked with agencies DePasquale, Mojo and the partners. His clients have included Colorado Group, Pauls Dairy, Telstra, Mincom, Austcorp and Yamaha just to name a few. He has also recently been involved in developing a digital marketing consultancy and has a passion for this area of direct marketing.
Bart holds a Bachelor of Business (Marketing) from QUT and is a member of the Australian Marketing Institute (AMI) Back to top
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Bart Black |
Carolyn Barnes
Manager, IT Development & Maintenance
Carolyn Barnes joined IFAA in 2011 and is responsible for Information Technology Development and Maintenance.
Prior to joining IFAA, Carolyn was responsible for the Information Technology department at ESI Super for 8 years and has spent a further 14 years in various information technology roles within the financial sector at Suncorp, AMP, MLC, Prudential (UK) and National Australia Financial Management.
Carolyn holds a Bachelor of Arts and is currently undertaking a Master of Business Administration majoring in Information Systems Management. Back to top
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Carolyn Barnes
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Cathy Connellan
Manager, Trustee Services
Cathy Connellan joined IFAA in 2001. Cathy is responsible for providing management services to QIEC Super. QIEC Super is the industry super fund for people working in the non-government education sector, child and other care and community services in Queensland.
Prior to joining IFAA, Cathy spent 4 years with Colonial in the Managed Fund Superannuation area and 18 years with Jacques Martin (now Superpartners) in the industry superannuation area.
Cathy holds a Commerce Certificate, an Advanced Certificate in Insurance, Associate Diploma in Business Management (TAFE), ASFA 146 and ASFA 200.
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Cathy Connellan |
Charmaine Twomey
Manager, Business Services
Charmaine Twomey joined IFAA in December 2001. Charmaine is responsible for providing company secretarial services to a managed investment scheme in Infrastructure and Private Equity, TPCG Pty Ltd. Charmaine also assists in new business tenders and IFAA management related matters.
Prior to joining IFAA, Charmaine spent 3 years with Mercer as a Consultant providing superannuation advice to trustees and companies. Prior to that, Charmaine worked in banking and finance with ANZ.
Charmaine holds a Bachelor of Commerce with the University of Queensland, is a Fellow of FINSIA, a Fellow of ASFA and holds post graduate diplomas in Applied Finance and Investment and in Financial Planning. Charmaine is also a member of The Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees (AIST) and is a Graduate of the Australian institute of Company Directors.
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Charmaine Twomey |
David Woodard
Manager, Financial Services
David Woodard joined IFAA in January 2005. He was initially employed as a Project Manager before taking over the Manager, Financial Services role in June 2006. David heads up a team that provides accounting services for 15 entities, which includes Management and Trustee Companies, Corporate entities, Managed Investment Schemes and Superannuation Funds.
Prior to joining IFAA, David spent 2 years with Australian Unity as a Fund Accountant, responsible for unlisted property Trusts and Managed Investment Schemes. Prior to that, David worked for 5 years at AMP Asset Management in the UK.
David holds a Bachelor of Financial Services from Bournemouth University, PS 146, ASFA 105 and is CPA qualified.
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David Woodard |
Greg Gear
Manager, Administration Services
Greg Gear joined IFAA in June 2011. Greg is responsible for the management of IFAA’s Administration Department, including the Client Contact Centre, Document Management and our core transactional processing teams.
Greg brings more than 17 years of operational and management experience in the superannuation industry, with his previous 9 years spent with Citistreet Australia, subsequently Sunsuper. He predominantly spent most of these years managing staff in the transaction processing areas, with later experience spreading to leadership of data analytics and risk management professionals.
Greg holds a Bachelor of Business (Accounting and Finance), Diploma of Financial Services (Financial Planning), Advanced Diploma of Financial Services (Superannuation Management) and ASFA RG146.
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Greg Gear
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Meagan Crump
Manager, Human Resources
Meagan Crump joined IFAA in August 2003. Meagan is responsible for the Human Resources function at IFAA.
Prior to joining IFAA, Meagan spent 11 years working in HR across the hospitality, energy and public sectors.
Meagan holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (Psychology) and a Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management and Marketing) and is a Member of the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI). Meagan also holds a Certificate in Superannuation Management and a Certificate IV in Workplace Training & Assessment.
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Meagan Crump |
Michael Corcoran
Manager, Trustee Services
Michael Corcoran joined IFAA in April 2006. He is responsible for CLUB SUPER and ISPF Eligible Rollover Fund.
Prior to joining IFAA, Michael spent 2 years with Australian Administration Services (AAS) as Client Partnership Manager. He has also worked in various roles with Suncorp, ESI Super, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, and the Insurance and Superannuation Commission (predecessor to APRA).
Michael's qualifications include a Bachelor of Commerce, a Bachelor of Arts (Government and Economics), and a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Queensland. He also holds a Diploma of Superannuation Management and Certificate of Superannuation Trusteeship from ASFA and Macquarie University.
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Michael Corcoran |
Patrick Twomey
Manager, Trustee Services
Patrick Twomey joined IFAA in April 2009. Patrick holds a dual role in that he is responsible for the management of our relationship with Energy Super and also for the day to day management of the Client Services Managers for Club Super and QIEC Super.
Prior to joining Trustee Services, Patrick was responsible for managing the Administration Services function for IFAA.
Prior to joining IFAA, Patrick worked for Brambles (CHEP) for over 7 years. Patrick progressed through a number of management roles including Regional Sales Director NSW/ACT and National Category Manager. Patrick’s roles with Brambles saw him implement sales and marketing plans, undertake product research, develop business strategies, develop strategic alliances with suppliers and manage a national team.
Patrick holds a Diploma in Financial Services for both Superannuation and Financial Planning.
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Patrick Twomey |
Pavle Andric
Manager, IT Operations
Pavle Andric joined IFAA in June 2004 as Manager, IT Operations. In this role, Pavle is responsible for delivery of Information Technology & Communications services and infrastructure.
Pavle brings more than 15 years of management and operations experience in the Information Technology industry to IFAA. He has domain expertise in the areas of computer networking, enterprise systems integration, and delivery management. Pavle has held various design, delivery, and management roles in Australian and international companies, where he has handled large, complex IT infrastructure projects for clients in the areas of finance, wholesale, and logistics. Pavle has also led the development of various eCommerce solutions, focusing on usability and scalability.
Pavle holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree, and is a member of ACS and RHCE.
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Pavle Andric |
Simon Laidely
Manager, SCS
Simon Laidely was involved in the establishment of SCS in 2004, and has acted as General Manager of the company since its inception. SCS are a team of superannuation professionals who provide compliance, audit and training services to a number of Queensland based superannuation funds. Simon also works closely with the IFAA management team on projects implementing compliance and business changes and improvements within both fund and administrator operations.
Prior to joining SCS, Simon spent 3 years with ESI Super, as Compliance Manager and held the position of Company Secretary of ESI Financial Services until 2007.
Simon holds a Bachelor of Laws.
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Simon Laidely |
Wayne Oxenford
Manager, Client Solutions
Wayne Oxenford joined IFAA in October 2000 and is currently responsible for the Client Solutions department.
Prior to joining IFAA, Wayne worked for 10 years with Suncorp Advisors & Administrators and Australian Administration Services in superannuation administration, accounting, project management and business consulting.
Wayne is a CPA with a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting).
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