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Gary Hitch

President
ARK Consulting & Commercial finances

Gary joined the Melville Cockburn Chamber of Commerce early in 2018 and joined the MCCC Board in October 2018.

Gary is the owner and director of ARK (AUS) Pty Ltd.

ARK is a business consultancy and a commercial finance brokerage company, which works with medium enterprises as they develop. Its services encompass all of the clients business needs by working on their growth strategy, business planning and operational effectiveness.

ARK recognises the financial challenges of business in today’s economy. To support this need, ARK established its finance brokerage arm to help its client’s source the appropriate finance products they need to run and grow their business.

Gary’s previous experience comprises management roles in a number of small to mid-size companies as well as a corporate role as a Vice President of a large multinational. His business experience covers the OEM, project, manufacturing and mining sectors.

His practical experience is supported by an MBA with a major in leadership from Curtin University and an engineering degree from the UK.

Being a member of the (FBAA)  Finance Broker Association of Australia, his experience in banking and equity raising, coupled with his business experience, brings a deep understanding of the needs of SME’s in todays economy.

Paul Weir

Vice President
Take Eight Productions

Clarence Ling

Board Member
Marketlytics

Clarence Ling is the founder of Marketlytics.

He is a lawyer, marketer and legal consumer and primarily markets for lawyers, but serves other industries.

Marketlytics uses the right weapon for the right outcome, and his arsenal are the 6 major channels for a right channel, right purpose approach to digital marketing.

Marketlytics are master tacticians of digital marketing and get you better results quicker.

Philip Charles

Board Member
Sylex Ergonomics

Sylex Ergonomics designs and manufactures top quality office furniture, computer furniture and office accessories. Phil is an Industry Specialist with nearly 35 years experience in ergonomics and office furniture. Phil has also 12 years in the Army Reserve, enjoys cricket and basketball, and is looking forward to contributing to the MCCC board and supporting local business.

Lance Kinnaird

Board Member
Digital Ninjas

Lance Kinnaird, the director of Ninja Digital, runs his business locally, with his upbringing shared between the Melville and Cockburn areas.  His agency offers a full suite of digital marketing services, specialising in creating “websites and social media content so sharp, your competition wont know what hit ’em!”.  With a focus on increasing brand awareness and customer acquisition, Lance is a firm believer in the power of networking within the local community. He is enthusiastic about bringing his expertise to the chamber to bolster its social media presence.

Tzudy Weir

Board Member
Castle Rock Music Academy

Co-founder and co-owner of Castlerock, Tzudy Weir is a world class singer and performer who has been studying music since the age of 8 and performing since the age of 11. Tzudy has unmatched experience performing hundreds and hundreds of shows an numerous TV appearances all over the world on different instruments as a solo performer, in duos, original bands, tribute bands, cover bands, and more. She has a breath taking voice, and stage presence to match.

John Tedesco

Treasurer
Business Innovation Services

John Tedesco
Business Innovation Services


John has been a business planner and analyst with corporate and government entities for more than 30 years.  In this time, he has conducted more than 300 projects concerning strategy and business planning, product development, culture change and customer service.

He currently specialises in providing advice and practical support to SME owners and managers to grow their businesses and adapt to the changing social and market trends.

John has a Master of Business Administration degree as well as qualifications in quality management, process design and organizational governance.  

https://johntedesco.com.au/ 

Vera Ensor

Board Member
Grazie Gifts & Hampers

Terry Lee

Board Member
Terry Lee Financial Planners

Meet Terry Lee, the Owner and Director of Terry Lee Financial Planning and Wealth Growers. With a Chamber membership spanning over two decades, Terry is deeply committed to the community.

Terry boasts an impressive 36-year tenure as a Financial Advisor Licensee (ASFL) and holds a Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning. His wealth of experience and expertise has driven him to nominate for a board position at MCCC.

He believes in contributing his skills and knowledge to enhance the chamber’s alignment with the community’s evolving needs. Terry’s dedication to the betterment of MCCC makes him a valuable asset and a key figure in the chamber’s continued success.

MCCC Staff

Monique Williams

MCCC Executive Officer

Emily Jones

MCCC Marketing Coordinator