Greg Evans brings over three decades of experience to his role as Executive Director of AustralAsean. A self-described "serial entrepreneur," Greg has made significant contributions to various sectors, including technology, media, and community development.

Career Highlights

• Transformed Aymena Computer Group's turnover from $300,000 to $40 million between 1986 and 2000.

• Founded and owned the Western Weekender Newspaper, growing it from 20 pages and 20,000 circulation to 80 pages and 60,000 circulation between 1991 and 2008.

 • Successfully turned around a distribution business, making it Apple's largest Australian distributor within two years.

• Served as a Penrith City Councillor for nine years and was recognized by the NSW Government for contributions to economic development.

Community Involvement

Greg has held various board positions, including:

• Panthers (Australia's largest Licensed Club)

• University of Western Sydney

• Western Sydney TAFE

• Western Sydney Economic Development Board

Skills and Qualities

  • Proficient in English, Thai, Lao, with working knowledge of Malay and Indonesian.

  • Adept networker and communicator with connections to political, community, and business leaders nationally and internationally.

  • Strong problem-solving skills, with ability to think laterally and "outside the square."

Current Role

As Executive Director of AustralAsean, Greg provides experienced advice and guidance to clients, helping them turn their ideas and aspirations into reality. He is hands-on in the business and enjoys tackling challenges and achieving success.

John Wallis brings over 30 years of business experience to his role as Financial Director and Partner at AustralAsean. A Certified Practicing Marketer (CPM), John has a diverse skill set, with expertise in:

Skills and Qualities

New product development

International product sales

Branding

Acquisitions

Post-merger-integration management

Business turnaround

Strategy

Marketing planning and implementation

Career Highlights

 General Manager Sales and Marketing, Boral Timber Division (1980-1999)

Member, Evaluation Team, Boral Timber Division

Director, Boral Employees' Credit Union Ltd (1995-1997)

Founder, TimberLink (1999)

Founder, Corporate Rescue Australia (2001)

Skills and Qualities

John's experience in corporate recovery and reconstruction has equipped him with a unique skill set in turnaround management. He has a proven track record of assisting small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in change management leadership, reconstruction, and organisational restructuring. John is a graduate of Bond University

Skills and Qualities

John's extensive experience, combined with his tertiary qualifications, makes him a valuable asset to AustralAsean.