Leadership

Our experienced leadership team take a hands-on approach to lead Aligned Leisure. They are professionals in their respective fields and bring an unmatched level of skill and leadership to support our service delivery teams to connect with communities, allowing them to thrive.

Ben Tudhope

Chief Executive Officer

Ben is a highly credentialed leader with over 17 years in the health and fitness industry, working across commercial, not-for-profit, university and local government sectors. Ben holds a Master of Business Administration (Executive), and was a Non-Executive Director of Aquatics and Recreation Victoria for 10 years.

Jacqui O’Dwyer

General Manager - Partnerships

Jacqui is a highly experienced and capable industry leader. As General Manager – Partnerships, Jacqui’s focus is to identify and develop strategic partnerships in the provision of programs, services and facilities under management.

Simon Bryson

General Manager – Operations

As General Manager of Operations, Simon oversees the company’s operations and leads the development of operational systems and plans.

Liam O’Brien

Group Operations Manager

Liam O’Brien has over 17 years industry experience in the commercial and not for profit fitness and leisure industries. Prior to commencing with Aligned Leisure.

John Clark

Group Operations Manager

As Group Operations Manager, John leads a portfolio of Aligned Leisure partnerships and supports in the delivery of Aligned Leisure’s strategic plan. Highly credentialed in leading diverse teams and operations, John balances strategy and operations to deliver innovative solutions to challenge industry norms.

Paige Kristalyn

Group Operations Manager

Using her natural leadership style, dedication to her team and relentless approach to continuous improvement, Paige has driven significant outcomes in community health since contract commencement.

Lloyd Klaman

Business & Procurement Manager

Lloyd has 30 years of experience in senior management positions across varied categories in the leisure industry. Lloyd held a senior position at Ardent Leisure, leading their AMF Bowling division in the southern region.

Alex Lamborn

People & Culture Manager

Alex is a HR professional with a Bachelors in Commerce with a focus on HR Management which he has utilised to manage small and large teams across the blue and white collar environments.

Ashleigh Robertson

Finance Manager

Ashleigh is a Chartered Accountant with over 12 years’ experience in a variety of accounting and tax roles. She comes from a background in tax and financial reporting for the public sector.

Con Kalogiannis

ACTIVE YARRA RANGES LEISURE MANAGER

As Aligned Leisure’s inaugural Yarra Ranges Leisure Manager, Con leads six facilities across the Yarra Ranges, working alongside the local teams to create welcoming, inclusive spaces where everyone feels connected and supported.

Rachael Vyner

ALBURY WODONGA LEISURE MANAGER

Rachael Vyner is the Leisure Manager for the Albury Wodonga Aquatic Facilities contract with Aligned Leisure, overseeing operations across four leisure and aquatic venues within the region.

Melanie

BASS COAST LEISURE MANAGER

Melanie is a passionate, values-driven operations leader committed to delivering inclusive health and wellbeing outcomes. She oversees operations at the Bass Coast Aquatic & Leisure Centre and Phillip Island Leisure Centre, with a strong focus on community engagement and creating safe, vibrant spaces for all.

Dean Jamieson

CASEY LEISURE AREA MANAGER

Dean has over 18 years of experience in the Sport and Leisure industry, with a strong background in developing collaborative relationships with schools, associations, sporting clubs, and community groups to deliver positive outcomes for contract partners.

Melissa Currie

CAULFIELD AQUATICS LEISURE MANAGER

Melissa has extensive experience in the aquatic industry, including managing aquatic facilities within the school environment. She is passionate about program development, building strong relationships and creating positive community outcomes.

Kellie Hage

EUROBODALLA ARTS AND LEISURE MANAGER

Kellie has over seven years of experience in the aquatics and recreation industry. She began her career as a swimming instructor and lifeguard, demonstrating her dedication and passion for community health and safety.

Shannon Mounsey

MANNINGHAM LEISURE MANAGER

With over 20 years of extensive experience Shannon Mounsey is an accomplished people leader with a deep commitment to fostering connections and empowering communities to achieve health and well-being outcomes.

Caitlin Simmons

MILDURA LEISURE MANAGER

Caitlin is a highly enthusiastic community focused leader, with a strong passion for enhancing the services, programs and opportunities provided to regional and remote communities in the areas of recreation and leisure.

Kathryn Williams

NILUMBIK LEISURE MANAGER

Kathryn has been working across the Nillumbik Leisure Facilities for more than 25 years. She joined Aligned Leisure when it commenced management of the Eltham Leisure Centre in July 2017.