BQT SOLUTIONS (NZ) - Key Persons

Job Titles:

• Member of the Management Team
• EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, GLOBAL SECURITY

With more than 24 years of commercial leadership in US and global security technology markets, Jim has established relationships within, and deep knowledge of, the US Government and civil Homeland Security markets. Previously, Jim led the Global Security Division at Metrasens, achieving 300% growth during his tenure. He also spent more than a decade at Smiths Detection, where he led commercial activities for the critical infrastructure, federal, military, aviation and emergency response businesses in North America. Jim holds an MBA and is based in Michigan, USA.

Job Titles:

• GROUP CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
• Member of the Management Team
• Leader of Global Technology

Mal is a seasoned leader of global technology-enabled businesses with more than 35 years of experience in the defence, security, safety and technology industries. Most recently, Mal served as President of Rapiscan Systems from July 2017 until September 2022 - a US-headquartered global manufacturer of security equipment and systems with FY22 revenues of US$662 million. Prior to joining Rapiscan, Mal was head of Iveagh Technology a technology development company based in Singapore and part owner of SX Technologies, a Sydney-based detection company. He was also President of Smiths Detection from 2011 to 2014. Mal is based in Singapore.

Job Titles:

• CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
• Mechanical Engineer
• Member of the Management Team

Matthew is a Mechanical Engineer with over 25 years' experience in the security industry. During his time with the AVA Group, Matthew has held various positions and led the transition of the locking division from a small entity to a highly-regarded operation with international reach. He has been instrumental in product innovation during his time as BQT COO and has brokered distribution agreements with key global companies. Matthew spent many years developing and managing strong international supplier relationships and has a proven track record in overseeing effective operations and manufacturing. Matthew is based in Auckland

Job Titles:

• COMPANY SECRETARY
• GROUP CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
• Member of the Management Team
• Financial and Commercial Executive

Neville is a highly experienced financial and commercial executive with proven expertise across multiple sectors including energy, mining, technology and manufacturing. With extensive experience in leadership, management and strategic financial analysis, Neville has held senior finance positions at Origin and Energy Australia including roles as Chief Financial Officer and Divisional Head of Finance. Prior to joining Ava Group, Neville was Group Chief Financial Officer at Redflex Holdings Ltd from 2017 to 2021. Neville is a CPA and holds a Bachelor of Business, and is based in Melbourne.