Our people
More than 110 years after RACV was founded by members, the Board of Directors and staff remain committed to serving Members' interests
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Geoffrey Cosgriff
BAppSc (Elec), FAICD, FIE Australia, Dip.CD, WCLP
Independent non-executive director appointed in November 2012. Extensive business experience as an executive manager and director in information technology, transport and infrastructure companies. Formerly Chairman of UXC Ltd, Chairman of Leadership Victoria and a former director of Logica Australia and Transurban. Actively engaged in coaching and mentoring executive managers and directors of companies in a diverse range of industry sectors. Appointed non-executive director of IMA Ltd in July 2019 Intelematics Australia Pty Ltd in April 2013.President and Chairman
BAppSc (Elec), FAICD, FIE Australia, Dip.CD, WCLP
Independent non-executive director appointed in November 2012. Extensive business experience as an executive manager and director in information technology, transport and infrastructure companies. Formerly Chairman of UXC Ltd, Chairman of Leadership Victoria and a former director of Logica Australia and Transurban. Actively engaged in coaching and mentoring executive managers and directors of companies in a diverse range of industry sectors. Appointed non-executive director of IMA Ltd in July 2019 Intelematics Australia Pty Ltd in April 2013.President and Chairman
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Gregory Robinson
Bsc (Hon), MBA (Columbia), MAICD
Independent non-executive director appointed in April 2018. Over 30 years’ experience in strategy, operations management, finance, accounting, risk management and resources both in Australia and overseas. Previously CEO of Newcrest Mining and Lattice Energy; Finance Director Newcrest Mining; CFO/CDO BHP’s Energy Division (member group Executive Committee) and Director Merrill Lynch Investment Banking. Previous board member at St Vincent’s Institute of Medical Research.
Deputy Chairman
Bsc (Hon), MBA (Columbia), MAICD
Independent non-executive director appointed in April 2018. Over 30 years’ experience in strategy, operations management, finance, accounting, risk management and resources both in Australia and overseas. Previously CEO of Newcrest Mining and Lattice Energy; Finance Director Newcrest Mining; CFO/CDO BHP’s Energy Division (member group Executive Committee) and Director Merrill Lynch Investment Banking. Previous board member at St Vincent’s Institute of Medical Research.
Deputy Chairman
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Neil Taylor
BA (Geog) (Hons)
Appointed Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer in March 2016. Formerly CEO of Greyhound Australia. Over 25 years’ experience in the corporate sector, both in Australia and overseas. Has completed courses at Wharton and Harvard Business Schools in the USA.Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer
BA (Geog) (Hons)
Appointed Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer in March 2016. Formerly CEO of Greyhound Australia. Over 25 years’ experience in the corporate sector, both in Australia and overseas. Has completed courses at Wharton and Harvard Business Schools in the USA.Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer
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Julie Green
FCA, FAICD, WCLP
Independent non-executive director appointed in November 2013. Director of R.A.C.V. Finance, Greening Australia, Loddon Mallee Waste & Resource Recovery Group, Deputy Chair Maldon Hospital and Bendigo Health. Executive career in infrastructure, transport, utilities and healthcare in the public and private sectors. A business consultant in strategy, governance and change management. Providing mentoring services to Not for Profit Boards/CEOs within the healthcare/disability sectors, and emerging migrant leaders through programs run by Leadership Victoria.FCA, FAICD, WCLP
Independent non-executive director appointed in November 2013. Director of R.A.C.V. Finance, Greening Australia, Loddon Mallee Waste & Resource Recovery Group, Deputy Chair Maldon Hospital and Bendigo Health. Executive career in infrastructure, transport, utilities and healthcare in the public and private sectors. A business consultant in strategy, governance and change management. Providing mentoring services to Not for Profit Boards/CEOs within the healthcare/disability sectors, and emerging migrant leaders through programs run by Leadership Victoria. -
Patricia Kelly
Independent non-executive director appointed in June 2010. Over 35 years’ experience in the financial services industry. Former Executive General Manager Strategy and Business Development Personal Insurance at Suncorp and previously director and executive of Norwich Union Life Australia. Past President and Honorary Life Member of the Insurance Institute of Victoria and former director of the Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance. Currently an independent non-executive director of Ansvar Ltd and Legal Practitioners Liability Committee.
Independent non-executive director appointed in June 2010. Over 35 years’ experience in the financial services industry. Former Executive General Manager Strategy and Business Development Personal Insurance at Suncorp and previously director and executive of Norwich Union Life Australia. Past President and Honorary Life Member of the Insurance Institute of Victoria and former director of the Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance. Currently an independent non-executive director of Ansvar Ltd and Legal Practitioners Liability Committee.
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Simon McDowell
B.A., M.Comm. (Marketing)
Independent non-executive director appointed in October 2020. Extensive business experience in the Retail, Consumer Products and Media & Entertainment sectors. Broad geographic experience working in Australia, Asia, Europe and USA. Formerly held Managing Director, Chief Customer Officer and Chief Marketing Officer roles at Dairy Farm International, Coles Group, Sony and The Coca-Cola Company. Holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Masters of Commerce (Marketing).
B.A., M.Comm. (Marketing)
Independent non-executive director appointed in October 2020. Extensive business experience in the Retail, Consumer Products and Media & Entertainment sectors. Broad geographic experience working in Australia, Asia, Europe and USA. Formerly held Managing Director, Chief Customer Officer and Chief Marketing Officer roles at Dairy Farm International, Coles Group, Sony and The Coca-Cola Company. Holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Masters of Commerce (Marketing).
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Denice Pitt
MBM, GAICD
Independent non-executive director appointed in November 2019.Chief Executive Officer of Online Education Services (OES) since July 2011. Over 25 year’s leadership experience in the telecommunications, technology and outsourcing industries.
Currently a Non-Executive Director of Firbank Grammar. Formerly Non-Executive Director of Good Shepherd Microfinance. Holds a Masters of Business Management and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
MBM, GAICD
Independent non-executive director appointed in November 2019.Chief Executive Officer of Online Education Services (OES) since July 2011. Over 25 year’s leadership experience in the telecommunications, technology and outsourcing industries.
Currently a Non-Executive Director of Firbank Grammar. Formerly Non-Executive Director of Good Shepherd Microfinance. Holds a Masters of Business Management and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
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Stephanie Reeves
BComm LLB GDip Sports Law GAICD
Independent non-executive Director appointed in 2020. Co-principal of an aged care and elder law consultancy business. Formerly a senior in-house commercial law practitioner with extensive experience in the resources sector. Significant corporate governance, risk management and strategic planning experience.
Currently a non-executive director (formerly chair) of VCS Foundation Ltd and on the Council of Royal Melbourne Golf Club. Formerly a member of the Melbourne Cricket Ground Trust, non-executive / chair of Crime Stoppers Victoria Ltd, member of the Advisory Board of Lexvoco Pty Ltd, and a member of the committees of management of various local community organisations.
BComm LLB GDip Sports Law GAICD
Independent non-executive Director appointed in 2020. Co-principal of an aged care and elder law consultancy business. Formerly a senior in-house commercial law practitioner with extensive experience in the resources sector. Significant corporate governance, risk management and strategic planning experience.
Currently a non-executive director (formerly chair) of VCS Foundation Ltd and on the Council of Royal Melbourne Golf Club. Formerly a member of the Melbourne Cricket Ground Trust, non-executive / chair of Crime Stoppers Victoria Ltd, member of the Advisory Board of Lexvoco Pty Ltd, and a member of the committees of management of various local community organisations.
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John Slattery
B.Comm, LLB(Hons)
Independent non-executive director appointed in June 2011. Holds a Bachelor of Commerce and a Bachelor of Laws with Honours from the University of Melbourne. Former corporate law partner in the national legal firm of Corrs Chambers Westgarth for 27 years and former partner in charge of the Melbourne office, Chairman of the International Division of Corrs, and member of the Corrs national executive between 1999 and 2009.B.Comm, LLB(Hons)
Independent non-executive director appointed in June 2011. Holds a Bachelor of Commerce and a Bachelor of Laws with Honours from the University of Melbourne. Former corporate law partner in the national legal firm of Corrs Chambers Westgarth for 27 years and former partner in charge of the Melbourne office, Chairman of the International Division of Corrs, and member of the Corrs national executive between 1999 and 2009. -
Julie Stanley
BComm, CA, GAICD
Independent non-executive director appointed in October 2020. Over 25 years’ experience in finance, accounting, risk management and assurance both in Australia and overseas. Chartered Accountant and Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Independent non-executive director of TransGrid (chair of Audit and Risk Committee). Former Assurance & Advisory partner at Deloitte. Former non-executive director of Regional Arts Victoria.
BComm, CA, GAICD
Independent non-executive director appointed in October 2020. Over 25 years’ experience in finance, accounting, risk management and assurance both in Australia and overseas. Chartered Accountant and Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Independent non-executive director of TransGrid (chair of Audit and Risk Committee). Former Assurance & Advisory partner at Deloitte. Former non-executive director of Regional Arts Victoria.
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Graeme Willis
SF Fin, FAICD, FCIBS, FGIA
Independent non-executive director appointed in April 2012. Completed a Management Development program at the Harvard Business School and Fellow of Governance Institute of Australia. A career of over 40 years in banking and finance and held many senior Board and executive management positions with major European and Australian banks. Chairman of R.A.C.V. Finance Ltd and an independent non-executive director and Chair of Australian Settlements Ltd. An independent non-executive director and Deputy Chairman of Bank First. Former Managing Partner at HSW Capital Pty Ltd.SF Fin, FAICD, FCIBS, FGIA
Independent non-executive director appointed in April 2012. Completed a Management Development program at the Harvard Business School and Fellow of Governance Institute of Australia. A career of over 40 years in banking and finance and held many senior Board and executive management positions with major European and Australian banks. Chairman of R.A.C.V. Finance Ltd and an independent non-executive director and Chair of Australian Settlements Ltd. An independent non-executive director and Deputy Chairman of Bank First. Former Managing Partner at HSW Capital Pty Ltd.
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Nicole Brasz
Nicole Brasz is Executive General Manager, Home for RACV.
She is responsible for building a portfolio that will protect, connect, enhance and champion the lives of Victorians in their home. This includes Home Insurance, Emergency Home Assist, Smart Living and Home Trades and Services.
Prior to joining RACV in 2018 Nicole held a variety of global roles across a range of disciplines at BP, American Express, Rabobank and Randstad. Most recently Nicole was CMO at Save the Children and led their global digital transformation efforts. She has also run her own company specialising in digital, data and design thinking.
Nicole holds a Bachelor of Commerce with Honours from Melbourne University and a Masters from Sydney University. She sits on the Board of Club Home Response and the CMO Council Advisory Board. Nicole has been recognised as one of Australia’s most innovative marketers and a Top 50 global digital leader.
Nicole Brasz is Executive General Manager, Home for RACV.
She is responsible for building a portfolio that will protect, connect, enhance and champion the lives of Victorians in their home. This includes Home Insurance, Emergency Home Assist, Smart Living and Home Trades and Services.
Prior to joining RACV in 2018 Nicole held a variety of global roles across a range of disciplines at BP, American Express, Rabobank and Randstad. Most recently Nicole was CMO at Save the Children and led their global digital transformation efforts. She has also run her own company specialising in digital, data and design thinking.
Nicole holds a Bachelor of Commerce with Honours from Melbourne University and a Masters from Sydney University. She sits on the Board of Club Home Response and the CMO Council Advisory Board. Nicole has been recognised as one of Australia’s most innovative marketers and a Top 50 global digital leader.
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Michael Sheehy
Michael Sheehy is Chief Financial Officer for RACV.
With over 25-years’ experience in financial leadership positions with a number of leading Australian and International corporations. Before joining RACV he spent five years as CFO of the digital travel business Webjet Limited, an ASX Top 200 company.
He is responsible for the finance function, external reporting, acquisitions & divestments and stewardship of a number of RACV investments.
Michael is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, a graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and holds a Bachelor of Economics from Flinders University.
Michael Sheehy is Chief Financial Officer for RACV.
With over 25-years’ experience in financial leadership positions with a number of leading Australian and International corporations. Before joining RACV he spent five years as CFO of the digital travel business Webjet Limited, an ASX Top 200 company.
He is responsible for the finance function, external reporting, acquisitions & divestments and stewardship of a number of RACV investments.
Michael is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, a graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and holds a Bachelor of Economics from Flinders University.
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Mark Geraghty
Mark Geraghty is Executive General Manager, Membership.
Mark is responsible for the strategic direction of this new division, which includes Enterprise Programs and Adoption, Member Service Delivery, Innovation, and People and Culture. Additionally, his division is responsible for the delivery of the new CRM platform and associated business processes.
His previous positions at RACV include GM of Motor Insurance and GM of RACV Salary Solutions, where he led the successful divestment of the business. Mark has been with the organisation for just over 4 years. Before joining RACV, Mark held general manager roles at Elders Limited, Stuart Alexander and Roche Consumer Health, with a focus on sales, marketing, strategy and supply chain.
Mark is a graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and also holds a Master of Commerce and Bachelor of Science with Honours from the University of NSW.
Mark Geraghty is Executive General Manager, Membership.
Mark is responsible for the strategic direction of this new division, which includes Enterprise Programs and Adoption, Member Service Delivery, Innovation, and People and Culture. Additionally, his division is responsible for the delivery of the new CRM platform and associated business processes.
His previous positions at RACV include GM of Motor Insurance and GM of RACV Salary Solutions, where he led the successful divestment of the business. Mark has been with the organisation for just over 4 years. Before joining RACV, Mark held general manager roles at Elders Limited, Stuart Alexander and Roche Consumer Health, with a focus on sales, marketing, strategy and supply chain.
Mark is a graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and also holds a Master of Commerce and Bachelor of Science with Honours from the University of NSW.
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Mandy Grogan
Mandy Grogan is Company Secretary and Governance Counsel of RACV.
She is responsible for managing all secretarial and governance issues related to the Board of Directors.
Prior to joining RACV in 2018, Mandy held a variety of senior in-house legal roles across a range of industries and companies including at Mayne Nickless, Rio Tinto, Queensland Sugar and Ameropa Australia.
Mandy holds a Bachelor of Law with Honours and a Bachelor of Arts from Melbourne University. Mandy also holds a Diploma of Applied Finance and is a Fellow of the Governance Institute of Australia.
Mandy Grogan is Company Secretary and Governance Counsel of RACV.
She is responsible for managing all secretarial and governance issues related to the Board of Directors.
Prior to joining RACV in 2018, Mandy held a variety of senior in-house legal roles across a range of industries and companies including at Mayne Nickless, Rio Tinto, Queensland Sugar and Ameropa Australia.
Mandy holds a Bachelor of Law with Honours and a Bachelor of Arts from Melbourne University. Mandy also holds a Diploma of Applied Finance and is a Fellow of the Governance Institute of Australia.
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Craig Peachey
Craig Peachey is Executive General Manager overseeing RACV’s Leisure business. The portfolio includes the RACV City Club and Healesville County Club, RACV’s Resort portfolio comprising 8 Resorts spanning Queensland, Victoria and Tasmania, as well as a RACV’s growing Travel and Experiences portfolio including Club Travel, Cruises and Tours, Travel Insurance, and RACV’s Attraction Ticketing business.
Craig has had a multi-disciplinary career in executive management and broad commercial roles in the hospitality, casinos, entertainment and media sectors. Formerly Chief Financial Officer and 2IC for Star Entertainment Group’s Queensland casino and hotel operations, Craig has also previously held various senior management roles with the Walt Disney Company over a period of 12 years, including 5 years based in Hong Kong.
Craig holds a Bachelor of Commerce Degree from the University of Queensland, and a Master of Business Administration from the AGSM. He is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, a graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and sits on a number of industry and business boards.
Craig Peachey is Executive General Manager overseeing RACV’s Leisure business. The portfolio includes the RACV City Club and Healesville County Club, RACV’s Resort portfolio comprising 8 Resorts spanning Queensland, Victoria and Tasmania, as well as a RACV’s growing Travel and Experiences portfolio including Club Travel, Cruises and Tours, Travel Insurance, and RACV’s Attraction Ticketing business.
Craig has had a multi-disciplinary career in executive management and broad commercial roles in the hospitality, casinos, entertainment and media sectors. Formerly Chief Financial Officer and 2IC for Star Entertainment Group’s Queensland casino and hotel operations, Craig has also previously held various senior management roles with the Walt Disney Company over a period of 12 years, including 5 years based in Hong Kong.
Craig holds a Bachelor of Commerce Degree from the University of Queensland, and a Master of Business Administration from the AGSM. He is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, a graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and sits on a number of industry and business boards.
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Melinda Rich
Melinda Rich is Executive General Manager, Corporate Services for RACV.
She is responsible for business functions including information technology, property services, capital works, legal, procurement and other support services.
Melinda holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Business Administration. Her commercial experience spans leadership positions in the transport, agribusiness, manufacturing and resource sectors.
Melinda is also a Director of JOY 94.9, a significant membership organisation within the community broadcasting sector.
Melinda Rich is Executive General Manager, Corporate Services for RACV.
She is responsible for business functions including information technology, property services, capital works, legal, procurement and other support services.
Melinda holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Business Administration. Her commercial experience spans leadership positions in the transport, agribusiness, manufacturing and resource sectors.
Melinda is also a Director of JOY 94.9, a significant membership organisation within the community broadcasting sector.
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Phil Turnbull
Phil Turnbull is Executive General Manager, Motoring and Mobility for RACV.
He is responsible for the businesses of Emergency Roadside Assistance, Motor Insurance, and other motoring products and services. In previous RACV roles, Phil has managed home services, the call centre, marketing, eBusiness and retail outlet functions as well as the financial services company. He also sits on a number of RACV subsidiary boards.
Phil is a board member of Club Assist Corporation, which provides mobile battery services to motoring clubs worldwide and Nationwide Group who provide towing services in several states.
Phil Turnbull is Executive General Manager, Motoring and Mobility for RACV.
He is responsible for the businesses of Emergency Roadside Assistance, Motor Insurance, and other motoring products and services. In previous RACV roles, Phil has managed home services, the call centre, marketing, eBusiness and retail outlet functions as well as the financial services company. He also sits on a number of RACV subsidiary boards.
Phil is a board member of Club Assist Corporation, which provides mobile battery services to motoring clubs worldwide and Nationwide Group who provide towing services in several states.