Meet the team

We are a niche team backed by the strength of a global group. Our team are experts in their fields, and operate with an entrepreneurial mind-set.

Our aim is to ensure consistently high levels of service by training all our people on our own approach to running complex projects and environments. We strive to provide people with the tools and enablers which will allow them to succeed in the environments in which they operate.

Our spread of experience covers individuals with formal Project Management qualifications to those with significant experience in the set up and management of Transformation and those who are getting started in the exciting field in which we operate.

Dennis Grant

Dennis Grant

Managing Director

Dennis is a seasoned Project Manager who has built a number of successful businesses in both South Africa and Australia. With more than 20 years of experience in the IT sector, he brings a wealth of experience to the Avec team.

Alex Gray

Alex Gray

General Manager - New Zealand

Alex has over 25 years’ experience working across the health, financial services, utilities and manufacturing industries, Gray has been responsible for delivering projects across data and analytics, ERP, data migrations and project management. He has worked in New Zealand, Australia and the United States.

Peter Kirlew

Peter Kirlew

General Manager - NSW

Peter has a 15-year career spanned across technology, consulting, and recruitment industries, specialising in data, cyber and automation. Bringing a wealth of customer collaboration and delivery experience, Peter has been responsible for data, automation, project services, ERP, and cybersecurity.

Anthony Tockar

Anthony Tockar

Practice Lead - Data & AI

With expertise in various industries, including insurance, technology, banking, telecommunications, and marketing, Anthony brings a strong background in actuarial science. He co-founded The Minerva Collective, a not-for-profit organisation focused on using data for social good. Anthony is actively involved in the data science community and has developed frameworks for machine learning models and ethical data practices. His mission is to extend the impact of data science and assist Australian businesses in becoming more data-driven.

Arne Gething

Arne Gething

Director of Delivery

Arne is a Senior Project and Program Director with extensive experience in structuring, launching, and managing large-scale business and IT programs. He is also our resident expert in all things RPA.

Nicki Wood

Nicki Wood

General Manager - QLD

Nicki has had an extensive career across the IT industry, with over 20 years of experience working in both Australia and the UK. She maintains many successful relationships across a broad range of clients in both the corporate and government sectors.

Nick Doyle

Nick Doyle

Director - Enterprise Applications & Transformations

Nick is a passionate service delivery executive with extensive experience helping Australian and New Zealand councils define their Enterprise Architecture and Solution Requirements, as well as implementing numerous successful ERP Projects and Application Managed Services Programs.

Mornay Vivier

Mornay Vivier

Practice Lead - Business Analysis

Mornay is an experienced Consultant, Business Analyst, Process Engineer, Business- and Solutions Architect with a track record of delivering high-visibility enterprise-wide initiatives in complex organisations across a wide range of industries. He has been involved in IT and Business roles, working with large and small organisations for over 20 years.

Michael Megally

Michael Megally

Director

With more than 20 years experience in the technology industry, Michael is a seasoned executive specialising in technology delivery and transformation. His primary expertise lie in identifying and resolving business challenges across all IT domains.

Natasha Page

Natasha Page

General Manager - VIC

Natasha has over 20 years experience in strategic customer management, solutions consulting and operations management. Natasha’s passion is working with organisations to identify and implement project delivery and operational best practices to achieve excellence and maximise their return on investment in people, process and systems.

Carl Raath

Carl Raath

Director - Automation

Carl has a breadth of expertise in information security, risk management, governance, and intelligent automation. He is a trusted advisor to client leadership. With a background in sales and operations Carl has a track record of driving innovation and continuously evolving business processes and technology solutions.

Ari Aich

Ari Aich

Practice Lead - Architecture

A digital strategist, architect & influential leader in the ICT industry for 20+ years, Ari is passionate about business transformation underpinned by modern technology. Ari’s experience ranges from Exec leadership, strategic advisory, enterprise architecture, program management, through to technical engineering roles. He is well versed across government, tech start-ups, telcos, and customer service sectors.