VATIVE - Key Persons


Chris Cleary

Job Titles:
  • Business Transformation Specialist
Chris is an enthusiastic Business Improvement Lean Six Sigma Black Belt with almost 40 years of experience in mentoring teams and creating cultural change within organisations. Chris is passionate to deliver purposeful training and education from the Front line through to the Executive Suite, aligned with enabling practical change and results. Chris started his career in the Australian manufacturing and resources sector and has had roles in engineering, manufacturing, senior leadership and business improvement arenas. He is a strong advocate of personal engagement with individuals to collectively create a cultural change within organisations.

Clint Leask

Job Titles:
  • Business Solutions Specialist

Deanne Wilby

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Customer Support Team
  • RTO Manager

Godwin Rapinett

Job Titles:
  • Business Transformation Specialist

Greg Kilbey

Job Titles:
  • Business Transformation Specialist

Jacqueline Miao - CFO

Job Titles:
  • Chief Financial Officer
  • Member of the Customer Support Team

James McIntosh

Job Titles:
  • Business Transformation Specialist

Jonathan Krishnamoorthy

Job Titles:
  • Business Transformation Specialist

Kimberley Cardwell

Job Titles:
  • Accounts Officer
  • Member of the Customer Support Team

Lauren Cass - CCO

Job Titles:
  • Head of Communications
  • Member of the Customer Support Team

Madhu Dason

Job Titles:
  • Executive Director Business Transformation Specialist

May Kanokwan

Job Titles:
  • Administration Assistant
  • Member of the Customer Support Team

Mike Morrow

Job Titles:
  • Business Transformation Specialist

Mike Valentine

Job Titles:
  • Head of Business Solutions

Neil Marshall

Job Titles:
  • Master
  • Business Transformation Specialist
Neil Marshall is a master Lean and continuous improvement professional, bringing a wealth of technical expertise and project management skills cultivated across diverse industries. His extensive Lean knowledge was forged during a successful 19-year career in Quality Assurance and Production Control roles within Toyota Motor Manufacturing UK, showcasing his dedication to operational excellence. In 2010, Neil transitioned to a consultancy career, where he has spent the past 8 years facilitating and leading numerous Lean and continuous improvement training and consultancy programs for various organisations in Australia. Neil's focus lies in developing organisational capabilities to enhance operational effectiveness and efficiency. His unique strength lies in the ability to seamlessly transfer his knowledge across different industries and environments. Through the implementation of customised solutions supported by structured training and change management practices, Neil has successfully navigated diverse business landscapes. Having played a key role in facilitating business-wide lean transformation programs, Neil possesses well-developed organsational and systems development capabilities, including a nuanced understanding of cultural change aspects. Neil's proficiency extends to business intelligence, enabling him to analyse underperforming operations and projects comprehensively. His expertise in facilitating structured problem-solving methods has proven invaluable in identifying and implementing effective solutions. With a career marked by a commitment to Lean principles and a focus on continuous improvement, Neil Marshal stands as a strategic leader in driving organizational excellence and efficiency.

Neil Patel

Job Titles:
  • Executive General Manager

Nigel Newman

Job Titles:
  • Business Transformation Specialist

Parth Bommakanti

Job Titles:
  • Executive Director Business Transformation Specialist
Parth is a highly respected Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt and NLP Master Practitioner with over 30 years of leadership training and coaching, executive mentoring along with business process…

Pratima Chauhan

Job Titles:
  • Business Transformation Practitioner
Pratima embarked on her continuous improvement journey as a Business Transformation Practitioner at Vative, where she has demonstrated exceptional skills in supporting businesses through the project management of process improvement initiatives. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence, Pratima is the instrumental supporting force in delivering positive change within organisations. Her role at Vative is dedicated to contributing significantly to the success of various process improvement projects, showcasing her proficiency in streamlining operations and enhancing overall efficiency. Pratima's expertise in continuous improvement extends to quality management, where she has honed her skills in standardisation, quality control, and process auditing. As a trained ISO auditor, she brings a meticulous and systematic approach to her work, ensuring that processes meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. Pratima's dedication to maintaining and enhancing the quality of processes underscores her commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organisations she serves. In her role as a Continuous Improvement practitioner, Pratima provides hands-on support and expertise in Vative's quest to provide continuous improvement cultural transformation within businesses.

Sophie Kiet

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Customer Support Team
  • Quality Officer

Steven Farrugia

Job Titles:
  • Founder & Director Business Solutions Specialist

Theo Pappas

Job Titles:
  • CEO Business Solutions Specialist

Toby Cook

Job Titles:
  • National Operations Manager

Vince Agostino

Job Titles:
  • Business Transformation Specialist

Yannis Deenmamode

Job Titles:
  • Business Transformation Practitioner