Meet The Team
John Dickson
Chairman
John Dickson is one of Australia’s most respected hospitality managers, with over 40 years experience in hospitality operations.
Aaron Bray
Group General Manager
Aaron manages every aspect of CTA Training & DWS Hospitality Specialists, utilising his breadth of knowledge and over 16 years high level management in the hospitality industry.
Jason McIlroy
Training manager
A highly experienced industry expert, Jason is an avid supporter of hands-on hospitality education and achieving real results
Erin Powell
Compliance & Administration Manager
Erin has 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, with an extensive background in cafés, restaurants and community clubs.
Christian Mott
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER & TRAINING CONSULTANT
Christian brings over 10 years of industry experience, specialising in coaching and mentoring for our school based trainees.
ALETIA RAMSCAR
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER & TRAINING CONSULTANT
Aletia is an experienced and passionate Chef, dedicated to her craft for over 29 years. She followed her passion straight after high school and continues to showcase her drive and dedication in every dish she creates
Shaun Andrews-Close
Lead Trainer, Training Consultant & First Aid
As an experienced first aid trainer, Shaun is hardworking and passionate about passing his skills and knowledge onto his students.
Alannah Fox
Commercial Cookery & Hospitality Trainer
Ana Buchele
Commercial cookery trainer
Andrew Dickson
Training Consultant
Andrew Sourris
Commercial Cookery & Hospitality Trainer
Brodie Townend
Hospitality Trainer
Over 10 years’ experience working within the hospitality industry and proven track record of delivering customer service in high pressured hospitality environments.
Cameron Wilson
Hospitality Trainer
With over 20 years experience in the hospitality industry running quality restaurants, Cameron Wilson is highly skilled and fantastic at managing teams.
Daniel Whyte
Gaming & Hospitality Trainer
Deb Maharaj
Commercial Cookery & Hospitality Trainer
Paul Davies
Gaming & Hospitality Trainer
Over 20 years in independent venues and corporate hotel management, into training and assessment. Passion for learning to develop the future of the industry.
Riaan Greyling
Commercial Cookery & Hospitality Trainer
Sarah Croker
Commercial Cookery & Hospitality Trainer
TODD SWEENEY
Gaming & First Aid Trainer
Tyler Rackham
Hospitality Trainer
Our Support Team
Tony Saunders
Group Communications Manager
Simone Barber
Group Finance Manager
Karen Miles
Executive & Projects Manager
Louise Peters
Marketing & Events Manager
