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Kent’s Governing board is responsible for overseeing the organisation’s performance and deciding the strategic direction of the institute. The board also ensures we fulfil our responsibilities as an accredited Higher Education institution and Registered Training Organisation.
Mr Arvind Appavu
B.Tech in Information Technology
Director, Governing Board Chair
Arvind Appavu is an experienced professional with 24+ years in running multiple companies across varied sectors globally. He is also a serial entrepreneur with many successful investments in IT, Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals and Construction. He runs a successful consulting firm called Upside through which he helps large IT companies with the operational costs optimization, strategic partnerships and M&A. He also sits on the advisory board of a few companies giving them strategic guidance.
With Kent, Arvind brings in his understanding of running and scaling large organizations and putting in process and governances in place for sustained growth.
Mr Srujal Patel
MDesign, MAnimation, BCom, Adv Dip in Animation, CertIV (TAE40110)
Executive Director, Chief Operating Officer
Srujal is an experienced leader in the Dual Education sector with 16+ years of expertise with a proven track record of galvanising teams to deliver outcomes.
Srujal thrives on driving business transformation by producing results that foster growth and sustainability.
By working with a deep sense of purpose, strategic insight, and authenticity, Srujal creates a cohesive team culture that enhances performance and achieves objectives.
Mr Kalpesh Vaishnav
CPA, MAccounting & BBus
Director, Chief Financial Officer
Kalpesh is a CPA-qualified finance professional with 15+ years of experience working across ASX-listed and multinational companies in various sectors, including property, education, retail, healthcare, and financial services. Throughout his career, he has held numerous senior finance roles, overseeing financial reporting, strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and treasury management.
He has a proven ability to enhance finance functions, drive business growth, and implement impactful financial strategies. His extensive experience spans managing complex financial operations, optimising processes, and ensuring adherence to industry regulations. He is also known for his strong leadership, building and guiding high-performing teams, mentoring staff, and fostering a culture of excellence. Focused on long-term strategic planning and financial optimization. Kalpesh consistently delivers value through innovative solutions, process improvements and effective risk management strategies.
Dr Catriona Lavermicocca
PhD, CA, LLM, BEc/LLB
Director
Dr Lavermicocca’s expertise lies in Corporate and Academic Governance with long standing experience in Academic Leadership roles within the education sector.
Dr Lavermicocca holds qualifications in Accounting and Law, including a Master of Laws and Doctorate in Taxation Law and has published works pertaining to large company tax compliance behaviour. She is also a Chartered Accountant.
Her key appointments have included:
Dr Lavermicocca has had numerous public speaking and professional engagements. She has developed and implemented subjects, courses and strategic initiatives, managed professional accreditations and been appointed to various university and professional committees. Further, she brings extensive experience in teaching and learning, course development, mentoring of students, embedding research in Couse Design and risk management.
Mr Terence Paul Sperber
Director, Chair of Kent Audit & Risk Management Committee
Terry is a commercial and corporate lawyer, having commenced practice in 1994.
He specialises primarily in commercial advisory and dispute resolution and has a particular specialisation in the Corporations Act.
Terry has worked at two of Australia’s most prominent law firms (Deacons and Freehills – now Norton Rose Fulbright and Herbert Smith Freehills) and was also previously a partner at Swaab.
He is the founder and director of TPS&Co Lawyers, continuing to provide commercial, legal and advisory services.
His clients come from a diverse range of industries and sectors and include multinational and publicly listed companies.
Terry has a Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Economics and Masters of Laws. He has also completed his Company Directors Course with the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Terry is currently Chair of Kent Audit & Risk Management Committee.
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