About
Gawk

Luke was previously Head of Australia for Landmark Dividend – an American investment firm. Under Luke’s guidance Landmark invested over $50m in outdoor advertising, telecommunications and renewable energy.

Luke loves playing cricket, horse racing and travelling.

James has extensive experience in architecture and building design having worked with a full-service architecture firm in Melbourne. He led projects in residential, commercial and government.

He enjoys surfing, playing footy and getting away along the coast or the Murray.

Peter holds 40+ years experience within the radio industry. Starting his career as an Announcer in 1982, Pete moved into his true calling of leadership in the 90’s, undertaking various General Manager and Regional Manager roles. With his wealth of knowledge of the media world including radio, tv, magazines and ooh, Pete will guide the team to help clients achieve great results.

Peter loves to indulge in some potato chips – specifically Tyrrells Crinkle Cut plain. (Just incase you need a gift idea)

Tim holds a wealth of knowledge within the advertising industry. With over 10 years of experience in Outdoor Media and Agency & Direct Sales, with past roles at QMS and Absolute Media. Being a lover of all things chilli; he’s keen to spice things up here at Gawk!

As a Father of two youngins, most of his free time is spent running around after the kids. When he has time to indulge, he enjoys fishing, surfing and of course, watching the footy with a beer! 

Andy brings a wealth of experience to our team, with 15 years in the media industry spanning Seven Sport, AFL, and Nine Entertainment Co. His passion lies in connecting business growth with engaged audiences, making him the perfect person to drive the sales team. With his extensive media experience and passion for regional Australia, Andy is dedicated to driving growth and creating meaningful connections for our clients. Hailing from Warrnambool in South West Victoria, Andy firmly believes regional Australia is the best place to work, live, and holiday. His love for the region is matched only by his dedication to work and family. As a father of three energetic young boys, Andy knows a thing or two about managing chaos with a smile.

When he’s not closing deals or wrangling his kids, Andy is hitting the pavement. He’s run marathons in Berlin, Nice, the Gold Coast, Melbourne, and Canberra – okay Andy, now you’re just showing off! His commitment to fitness mirrors his drive in the professional world, always pushing the limits and striving for excellence.

With 18 years of sales experience in Outdoor, Real Estate, and Radio, Nath knows the industry like the back of his hand. Growing up on a farm in the Wimmera/Mallee in regional Victoria, Nathan brings a grounded, authentic approach to his work, making him a favourite among clients. Nathan thrives on meeting new people, building strong relationships, and helping businesses reach their full potential. Nathan’s extensive experience, coupled with his enthusiasm for both work and play, makes him a dynamic force in our team, always ready to drive success for our clients.

For 20 years, Nathan has been married to his wonderful wife, Kirsty. Together, they work hard and play harder, enjoying overseas travel and exciting adventures whenever they can. As a die-hard Bombers supporter, he channels the same passion into his professional life. When he’s not closing deals, you can find Nathan on the golf course or tennis court, waiting for Essendon to win a final or reminiscing about his run in the Berlin marathon – albeit a bit slower than Andy!

Sam has a diverse background in media and sales. He began his career in 2009 at a small advertising agency in Newcastle before joining SCA in 2011. During his 10 years there, Sam took on various radio and TV sales and leadership roles while also completing his MBA at Newcastle Business School.

His career journey continued with a stint as NSW Regional Sales Manager for Metricon Homes and then as Head of Digital Sales for the Newcastle Knights. Before joining Gawk, Sam gained valuable experience working in Out of Home at JCDecaux and the Sydney direct team at Nine.

Sam once played professional baseball in Belgium and continues to play for Belmont Baseball Club, where his team won an impressive nine consecutive 1st grade premierships. A baseball enthusiast through and through, Sam even spent his 30th birthday at Yankee Stadium, where he had an unforgettable (and painful!) encounter with a baseball.

Sam enjoys spending time with his family. His wife Amy is a teacher and photographer, and together they have two kids—Chloe, who loves surfing, dancing, and nippers, and Luke, his mini-me, who’s passionate about baseball and soccer. Luke has even started as the bat boy for Sam’s baseball team!

Phil has 10 years’ experience in customer service-driven industries such as banking and hospitality, as well as for sporting bodies, community groups and clubs.

He’s pretty handy at footy and cricket also and hopes to one day watch Australia play the West Indies in the Caribbean.

Will loves long walks on the beach with his partner (a bag of hot chips), spending time with loved ones and attending every Geelong Cats home game. Will’s passion lies with providing positive customer experience and creating meaningful relationships.

If Will could have his own billboard, it would be a photo of him surfing while also taking a specky on an angry Luke Hodge.

Rebecca has over 20 years of experience in customer service roles, including 10+ years of building and maintaining relationships within the Real Estate industry. Rebecca recently expanded her knowledge of human behaviour through her completion of a Psychological Science degree (Honours).

Rebecca’s interests include travel, fishing, anything water, sporting events and spending time with friends and family.

Matt holds nearly 10 years of experience within the Sales industry, including 6 years of sales experience in Broadcast Radio, the most recent role being Sales Manager in Echuca. Growing up in country Victoria on a dairy farm, Matt has a genuine interest and affection for regional Victoria.

When he’s not injured, Matt enjoys playing footy, spending time with family and getting back to Echuca to visit the family farm. He also loves watching Jezza Cameron kick some snags.

Dan has a wealth of sales knowledge and a deep connection to Regional Victoria, with over ten years of experience in technology sales. His approach is to first understand before being understood, which has allowed him to build strong relationships and connections with people, earning him a reputation as someone others can rely on (if you do say so yourself, Dan ;)).

Dan holds a degree in Business Marketing, and has a keen interest in how businesses can tell their unique stories. Growing up in Warrnambool and living in Geelong for the past ten years, Dan has a deep love for regional Victoria and its people.

Outside of work, Dan loves travelling the world with his partner, boxing, and competing in the ring. He supports the Hawthorn Football Club, which wasn’t great in early 2024 but is becoming a great life choice in late 2024. Dan enjoys listening to the Beatles and sharing good yarns with his mates.

Rod has over 16 years of media sales experience in Regional Vic. Born and raised on a farm in Dingee, country Victoria, Rod’s roots in regional Australia run deep. His enthusiasm for building strong relationships and understanding businesses’ unique stories has been a driving force in his career. His genuine interest in business is evident in his love for Shark Tank, where he draws inspiration and insights.

Rod and his partner, Mel, and daughter Latika live in Heathcote, VIC, along with their dog Tyson and dwarf pony Tinkerbell (it’s true – we’ve seen pics). He also has three step-kids—Hayden, Jake, and Tyler—who have all left home.

His interests range from Formula 1 and horse racing (he’s an ex-harness racer and trainer) to boxing, cricket, golf and his beloved Western Bulldogs. Rod enjoys a good comedy TV show, movie, or stand-up performance, especially anything featuring Jerry Seinfeld and Will Ferrell.

Steve’s experience and passion for regional Australia make him an invaluable asset to our team. Born and raised in Tasmania, Steve has also worked in regional NSW, SA, and Victoria.

A sparky by trade, Steve operated his own fuel and automotive service business before amassing over 45 years of experience in sales, marketing, and management.

His diverse career includes 17 years in broadcast radio and 18 years in the automotive sector, and roles in real estate, home electrical, furniture, and bedding.

Steve finds partnering with businesses—hearing their stories, understanding their history and challenges, and being part of their journey one of the most rewarding things about his job.

Married to the most patient, amazing, and supportive woman in the world for over 30 years (promise she didn’t write this!), Steve is inspired daily by their three adult children, incredible daughter-in-law, and newly welcomed grandson.

Steve may be a poor golfer with a wicked slice (okay, surely his wife wrote this), but he enjoys lake and open-water fishing and loves watching F1 and Supercars. A long-time Hawthorn supporter, he is now a foundation member of the Tasmania Devils.

Cody previously studied Geological Sciences at LaTrobe University, before working at an outback geology company searching for minerals in Australian deserts. Growing up in Melbourne, many weekends were spent in Geelong and the Mornington Peninsula; explaining his loyalty to Geelong Cats and the tears shed when Joel Selwood kicked that goal in the ’22 grand final.

His favourite thing to do is walk his dog with his soon-to-be fiancé. As well as competing in ProAm pool tournaments (regularly losing in quarter-finals). Fun Fact: Cody can name every world flag.

Ash has been riding the waves of the surf industry for over a decade with the finesse of a pro, seamlessly blending work and play. Her get-sh*t-done attitude and infectious personality make her a perfect fit for our team. Her previous roles saw her jet-setting across continents for work and hitting the slopes during snow trips. Ash’s strong work ethic and never-say-never attitude serve her well as our sales coordinator, where she helps the team manage clients and collate reports and proposals (she does a lot more than that too, but word count ya know!?).

No matter how far she roams, she’s always pulled back to the tranquil shores of Victoria. Nestled in the seaside, Ash finds solace in the dance of the waves, enjoying winter swims and beach strolls with her trusty sidekick, Egg.

Kyle has over a decade of marketing and business development experience working with businesses of all sizes. His values and people-first-driven approach in business lend themselves to placing the needs of his clients at the forefront of his actions.

On weekends you can catch Kyle enjoying the great outdoors training for the next 70.3 Iron Man. He also loves a good Wine farm, his doggo Archie, and all things chocolate.

Phoebe studied a Bachelor of Design at Deakin University and is currently studying a Cert III in Design Fundamentals at The Gordon. Phoebe implements her visual communication skills to amp up our brand and keep our client’s campaigns looking sharp. With Phoebe’s fun visuals, she manages our social media presence; engaging our audience and keeping our feeds fresh. Her loud voice also helps keep the office quite lively.

Phoebe gets in the zone by listening to true crime podcasts or Hamilton. When she’s not at her desk, she loves indulging in some bevs with friends & weekend brunch dates. Phoebe is involved in the local theatre scene in Geelong, recently playing Muriel Eubanks in Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. Off the stage, she is a player in the women’s league for Geelong West Cricket Club.

Ash holds extensive management experience; including 6 years in the marketing industry as a project manager, and 6 years in the car repair industry as a production manager. Prior to this, Ash travelled the USA working in summer camps as a lifeguard. Ash loves making everyone’s life easier, client and colleagues, through great communication, streamlined processes and a bit of humour.

Ash also loves fishing, sport, travelling, anyone’s dog and going out for brunch.

Lisa has a wealth of client and agency management expertise and 15 years administration experience.  Well versed in client campaigns and customer relations, she is an exceptional communicator and super organised.

Lisa enjoys horse riding, craft activities and spending time with her family with 2 young boys keeping her on her toes!

Gemma is the queen of organisation, using to-do lists and sticky notes like they’re going out of fashion. Her superpower is bringing order to chaos, making her a perfect fit for our ops team, where she’ll be helping keep things running smoothly as our business grows. Before joining us, Gemma worked in the insurance building industry and just returned from an exciting gap year as a liftie and lifeguard. Gemma loves nothing more than hitting the open road for a camping trip, with country music playing through the speakers, which is a match made in heaven working for a regional billboard company.

She has a weird but delightful obsession with sour lollies and salt and vinegar chips. As a dedicated dog mum to her golden retriever, Bailey, and border collie, Arlo, she’s always ready for an adventure.

Joel, our dedicated Billboard Development Manager, is always ready to hit the road and explore regional towns (and their pubs and bakeries). Working closely with our director, Luke, Joel is instrumental in scouting billboard locations and ensuring we continue to grow, creating opportunities for more regional communities.

With a background in electrical work, construction, and sales, Joel is well-equipped to connect with locals and ensure all runs smoothly with our developments.

Joel loves working on the road, embracing the freedom and adventure it brings—he never misses a chance to explore new places. When he’s not on the move, Joel enjoys unwinding with a good parmi and a glass of beer or wine at the local.

On weekends, you can find him playing golf (much better than Nath), riding his motorbike on road and dirt tracks, or hitting the slopes to snowboard every winter.

Ruby graduated from Swinburne University with a Master of Practising Accounting and holds nearly 5 years of experience within the Accounting & Finance industry. Ruby is currently studying towards the Certified Practising Accountant and expects to complete it by mid-2024.

Ruby loves going out with her little daughter, An Nguyen. Enjoying her weekends and the sunshine at local parks.

Meet Anna Le, our resident numbers wizard and all-around powerhouse. As a Chartered Accountant and former Partner of an award-winning accounting firm, Anna brings a wealth of expertise to our team. But her talents don’t stop at crunching numbers; she’s also the co-founder of Beehives Japanese Cheesecake™ and a published author of the book Empowered Women Empowering The World.Anna has a soft spot for regional Victoria, with Geelong holding a special place in her heart. And if you ask her, there’s no better pie on Earth than the Parker pie from Rutherglen – especially when paired with their chutney.

When Anna isn’t busy shaping financial strategies or baking up a storm with her famous Japanese cheesecake, you can find her taking care of her indoor plants and garden of 17 bamboo, walking on the beach, shopping online, or enjoying a live sporting event.