About

Adrian is Group Managing Director of the SAGE Group of companies. Adrian’s history with SAGE spans over twenty-two years, during which time he has been instrumental in the growth of the business from South Australia to the rest of the nation and now the world.

Adrian has led the businesses' transformation strategy from industrial automation to a digital company. SAGE Group now spans the services of industrial automation, digitisation and data analytics, resource management, asset operation and skills development.

Adrian holds a number of Board and Council positions in industry, association and private companies both domestically and internationally, including the Global Control System Integrator’s Association (CSIA).

Adrian is Chief Operating Officer of SAGE Group. Adrian brings strategic thinking to our team and our clients, drawing on 25 years of managing large-scale industrial and defence service contracts and projects. Adrian enjoys implementing innovative contractual and commercial solutions and brings a wealth of experience to his role.

Dion is responsible for all the financial and administration requirements of the SAGE Group, ensuring the SAGE Group has the financial resources to execute its strategic priorities. Dion and his team work tirelessly to provide a sound business from which our clients, suppliers and our people can depend upon. With over 25 years’ experience as a finance professional, he is well equipped to oversee finance processes, regulatory compliance, financial reporting and group performance.

Alec leads the talented Nukon team who take a data-driven approach to operational technology transformation. Alec and his team enable their clients by providing a complete whole-of-business view: from operations right through to IT, the shop floor, engineering and beyond.

Laura brings to Skills Lab 22 years in the people industry, leading significant human resources and recruitment businesses. Laura knows that the right people, with the right skills in the right roles, can truly transform a business and loves nothing more than tailoring a learning solution outcome to a specific business challenge.

Andrew founded the SAGE Group in 1994 and remains instrumental in establishing the ever expanding business portfolio of SAGE, responding to emerging market opportunities and needs.

Andrew is a member of the Executive Committee of the Australian Industry Group in South Australia, a board member of the Australian Industry Group Training Group and was named Ernst & Young South Australian Entrepreneur (Central Region) of the Year in 2004.

Andrew’s vision, leadership and passion underpins the success and the culture of the entire SAGE Group.  He initiated and implemented the private shareholding structure that currently exists and is actively involved in all subsidiary businesses. 

Bruce joined the SAGE Board in 2020 as Chairperson and brings a wealth of experience across industries in which SAGE operates and those in which we look to grow.

Bruce Carter holds a number of Directorships including the Australian Submarine Corporation, Aventus Capital Limited, Bank of Queensland, Crown Resorts Ltd, AIG Australia Ltd and OneRail Australia. Bruce is also Chairman of the State Government’s Resources, Infrastructure and Investment Taskforce.

Bruce is a Chartered Accountant with a Bachelor of Economics and MBA.

Stuart joined the SAGE board in 2012 as Non-Executive Director.

Stuart is the Chair of Sims Energy Pty Ltd, the Chair of the SAGE Group subsidiary Nukon Pty Ltd, and also a Non-Executive Director of Epic Energy and Joule Energy Pty Ltd.

Prior to returning to Australia to pursue a career as a Non-Executive Company Director, Stuart held several positions with Parsons Brinckerhoff in Australia and the United Kingdom, finishing as CEO and President of Parsons Brinkerhoff International in Singapore.

Stuart's passion is assisting companies with growth strategies.

Michael joined the SAGE board as Non-Executive Director in 2017, attracted to the organisation for its capability to genuinely impact its industry.

Michael is currently the Chair of BSA Ltd, chairman of CaterCare Pty Ltd, Chair of Winslow Construction Pty Ltd, Chair of Buzz Products Pty Ltd, Chair of First 5 Minutes Pty Ltd and Chair of RSEA Pty Ltd.

Michael holds a Bachelor of Law, Bachelor of Economics, and Masters of Business Administration.

Evonne is a professional director and an experienced leader in business scale-up, transformation and digital disruption and marketing, with considerable multinational experience across SaaS, data analytics, and sales and marketing strategies in industries spanning MedTech, FinTech, pharmaceutical/health, eCommerce and FMCG.   

Evonne has served as Chair and non-executive director on various boards since 2011, including ASX-listed Think Childcare and Vault Intelligence. Currently, Evonne is Chair of digi-health tech Curae Health and non-executive director of 4D Medical, Sniip, and Motorama Automotive Holdings.   

Evonne holds a Master of Business (Marketing, Strategy, Innovation), Bachelor of Arts, Graduate Certificate of Applied Finance, and is a Graduate Member of the AICD. 

Adrian is Managing Director of the SAGE Group of companies. Adrian’s history with SAGE spans over 22 years, during which time he has been instrumental in the growth of the business from a South Australian business to a national and now a global business.

Adrian has led the business's transformation strategy from an industrial automation company to a digital company. The SAGE group now spans the services of industrial automation, digitisation and data analytics, resource management, asset operation and skills development.

Adrian holds a number of Board and Council positions in industry, association and private companies both domestically and internationally, including the Global Control System Integrator’s Association (CSIA).

Dion is responsible for all the finance and administration requirements of the SAGE Group, including legal and human resources as well as liaison to the Board of Directors. Dion joined SAGE Group in 2007.

As Company Secretary, Dion’s key responsibility is to ensure compliance with standard financial and legal practice and to maintain standards of corporate governance. In this role Dion acts as the point of communication between the Group's chairperson, board of directors and company shareholders, reporting in a timely and accurate manner on company procedures and developments.

Dion is a Chartered Accountant and prior to joining SAGE was Finance Manager at Tenix Defence and Management Accountant at Michell Pty Ltd.