Nicole Bennyworth

Human Resources Advisor Envelope Linkedin Nicole joined MGA with a rich and varied career spanning retail, fashion, hospitality, and supermarkets, underpinned by a Bachelor of Business majoring in Human Resources and a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Accountancy. She brings extensive experience in training and human resources, having delivered national programs across Australia and held […]

Elsa Dakovic

Human Resources Advisor Envelope Linkedin Elsa Dakovic joined MGA as a Human Resources Advisor in December 2025. She brings over 13 years of HR experience across both internal and external roles, with expertise in talent management, organisational development, and employee engagement. Elsa is known for fostering collaborative work environments and delivering high-quality outcomes while supporting […]

Neil Davison

Victoria Appointed 21 November 2025 Envelope Linkedin Neil has worked in the retail and hospitality industry since 1981, starting out in hotels and bottle shops while studying at university. After a short period working in foreign aid overseas, he returned to Australia and joined CUB as a brewer. He later returned to university, and soon […]

Ruba Zorah

Senior Legal Counsel Envelope Linkedin Ruba Zorah joined MGAIBA as Senior Legal Counsel in October 2025. She brings extensive in-house legal experience with a background in the public sector and a strong focus on complex litigation, dispute resolution, and strategic risk management. Ruba has a proven record of leading high stakes matters, delivering clear and […]

Laura Harris

Office Manager / Executive Assistant Envelope Linkedin Laura is an experienced executive support and business administration professional committed to creating organised, supportive and high-performing workplaces. With a background in executive assistance and office management, she brings a thoughtful, people-centered approach to supporting leaders and strengthening day-to-day operations. Having worked across both the not-for-profit and private […]

Nadiminti (Mintyy) Sarvani

Communications Coordinator Envelope Linkedin Mintyy is a marketing communications and digital design specialist passionate about creating engaging, accessible content for businesses across Australia. With a background in UX and marketing design, she brings a strategic yet creative approach to storytelling, ensuring campaigns are clear, cohesive and visually impactful. Before joining MGA-IBA, Mintyy worked across large-scale […]

Nicola Russell

Member Engagement Coordinator Envelope Linkedin Nicola is the Memberships Coordinator at MGA Independent Businesses Australia, bringing over 12 years of experience in customer-facing roles. With 8 years in hospitality, she honed her skills in communication, customer service, and problem-solving. For the past 4 years, Nicola has transitioned to membership-based organisations, where she specialises in supporting […]

Kath Markov

Marketing & Partnerships Manager Envelope Linkedin Kath is an accomplished marketing and communications leader with over 15 years of expertise in elevating member-based organisations. Her depth of experience spans diverse sectors, including health, insurance, not-for-profit, and independent retail, where she has consistently delivered impactful strategies that raise awareness, foster connections, and drive meaningful results. Known […]

Robbi Kearins

Human Resources Advisory Manager Envelope Linkedin Robbi Kearins is an experienced HR generalist with a strong background as an in-house human resources business partner across various industries. Her expertise spans HR management, industrial relations, policy development, onboarding, payroll, and performance management. She is passionate about fostering positive workplace cultures and supporting businesses in implementing HR […]

Mikaela McKenzie

Chief Operating Officer Envelope Linkedin A seasoned association professional, Mikaela has over a decade of experience spanning healthcare, insurance, and independent retail sectors. Throughout her career, she has led impactful initiatives, from CRM implementation and brand rollouts to strategic planning and membership retention and growth. She brings a dynamic approach to partnerships, marketing, and event […]