CENTRAL PURCHASING SERVICES - Key Persons


Chris Langslow

Job Titles:
  • Director
  • CEO of Denmark Co - Operative
Chris is the CEO of Denmark Co-operative and has experience in the field of corporate advisory, structuring and capital raising, working in international investment banking in Europe, Asia and Australia.

Danny Slade

Job Titles:
  • Director
  • Owner of Paint Place Noosa
Danny Slade is the owner of Paint Place Noosa. Danny commenced in his family's paint store at an early age, and he now works alongside his daughter Shelby as a business partner. Danny chaired the Paint Place Group for 3 years and was appointed a Director of CPS through the acquisition of Paint Place before being re-elected. Danny also served the Paint Place group for 11 years as a committee member. Danny has maintained close relationships with not only members of the group, but also people in all parts of the industry, further adding to his understanding of the industry.

Di Thornley

Job Titles:
  • Marketing Coordinator / Di Is Here to Assist Members and Suppliers With Customised Local Area Marketing, Promotions, and Customised Business Support.
Wendy ensures the financial process is smooth, straightforward and on-time.

Graeme Norrish

Job Titles:
  • Vice Chairman
Graeme has an extensive background in retail-based co-operatives and retailing in rural communities.

Greg Downie

Job Titles:
  • Member of the CPS TEAM
  • National Manager
Greg works alongside our members to help them meet their potential. Greg takes the time to get to know you and your business, spending time on the road so he can visit in person. He is your key contact and here to assist.

Liz Vassi

Job Titles:
  • Financial Controller
  • Member of the CPS TEAM
Liz takes charge of the financial arm of the business, safeguarding our compliance obligations including rebate distribution and systems auditing. She also acts as the Secretary to the Board.

Robert Jones

Job Titles:
  • Category Manager
  • Member of the CPS TEAM
Robert has outstanding experience in Category Management, having worked in this space for 40+ years. Robert joined us in 2017 and has been pivotal in driving success in negotiating terms with suppliers on behalf of our members.

Stephen Wren - CEO

Job Titles:
  • CEO
  • Member of the CPS TEAM
Stephen has demonstrated experience in retail and supply industries having worked in management for Foodland Associated Limited (FAL) and Goodman Fielder Pty Ltd. Stephen has also owned and operated several small businesses in WA. Stephen oversees the entire business and leads the Central Purchasing Services team. Working with the board, Stephen focusses on strategic development and growth for Central Purchasing Services and our members.

Tim Ellery - Chairman

Job Titles:
  • Chairman
Tim is the owner / operator of Midstream Hardware, a trade-based hardware store located in Mandurah (WA), and a foundation member of the MAKIT Hardware group.

Tom Wilson

Job Titles:
  • Director
Tom and wife Christine established T&C supplies in Albany, WA. From its establishment T&C Supplies has evolved into the primary provider of tool and industrial supplies in the south-west of WA.

Wendy Livingstone

Job Titles:
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
Wendy ensures the financial process is smooth, straightforward and on-time.