SPEAKER BIOS
JOHN BARLOW
Senior Manager , Fleet Operations , NSW Department of Planning & Environment ( DPE )
John has over 30 years ’ experience in the NSW Government fleet sector . In 2013 he joined Department of Planning and Environment as the Senior Manager , Fleet Operations . During his time in DPE , John has driven several initiatives that have resulted in significant cost savings across the department . This included introducing vehicle telematics to the passenger and light commercial fleet .
JONATHAN DEXTER
LEE SAUERWALD
Executive Director Corporate Services , Uniting Communities
As a Fellow CPA MBA , Lee has a strategic focus on financial , social and environmental sustainability . With general management skills and experience specialising in corporate and fleet management , Lee adds value in the profit for purpose sector . After accepting the Australasian Fleet Management Association ’ s ( AfMA ) Fleet Environment Award in 2010 on behalf of Uniting Communities , Lee joined AfMA ’ s South Australian Committee and then soon became its Chair . Lee then joined AfMA ’ s National Board in 2013 and continually serves as either President or Vice President of AfMA . conferences .
Commercial Director , Europcar for Australia
Since 2018 Jonathan Dexter has been the Commercial Director at Europcar for Australia and New Zealand , leading the sales , marketing , and ecommerce teams . Europcar is a global leading mobility solutions provider , with a presence in 140 countries .
JUSTIN POTTER
Senior Consultant , Swinburne Edge
Justin has over 20 years of experience in sales and marketing and a deep knowledge of education and training from roles at Registered Training Organisations , Learning Management System providers , Australian Apprenticeship Support Network providers and TAFE .
LISA PANARELLO
Founder & CEO , Careers Advance Lisa Panarello is the founder and CEO of Careers Advance , specializing in all areas of professional training and development , including interpersonal communication , leadership savvy , and career planning . She is certified in Emotional Intelligence , DISC , and Driving Forces Assessments . As a ‘ change action ’ partner , Lisa helps organizations improve talent retention and performance while coaching individuals in navigating challenging workplaces to turn frustrating job situations into exciting career journeys .
LOU BOYLE
National Manager for Local Government , Teletrac Navman
KRISTIAN HANDBERG
Head of Future Business , JET Charge
Kristian Handberg is the Head of Future Business for JET Charge – one of Australia ’ s leading EV charging solution providers . He formerly led Electric Vehicles for AGL Energy and Viva / Shell and has deep experience in both the electricity and transport sectors . His current role focuses on business model innovation and growth , including JET Charge ’ s response for the Australian Government Future Fuels Program .
28 AUSTRALASIAN FLEET CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION AND FLEET AWARDS MAY 23-24 2023