CCV Board Members
Michael Phillips – Chairman & President
Michael is the current CEO of Portarlington Golf Club and has been actively involved in the club industry for over 30 years. In this time, he has held various positions as an employee and volunteer, including sitting on several industry advisory groups and committees. Michael has a strong understanding of the importance Boards play in shaping the strategic direction of an organisation.
Leanne McNamara – Vice-President
Leanne has held senior management roles with our industry since 1995, working in AFL Football Clubs and then moving to Spectrum on Chapel, Prahran Football Club’s venue in 1998. Leanne has a passion for community involvement and junior sports development, working to establish the Club’s Netball division. As a Club member, volunteer and mentor Leanne has over 30 years experience assisting local Clubs with planning and development.
David Sanders – Treasurer
Having managed golf, bowling and yacht clubs, David brings over 47 years of valuable experience in the club and hospitality industry. He has sat on a number of high-profile boards and committees, including the AHA NSW & SOCOG Olympic Yachting Committee. David is the current CEO of Anglesea Golf Club.
Barbara Kelly
General Manager of Chirnside Park Country Club since 1994. Clubs Victoria, Club Manager of the Year for 2002, Golf Management Victoria, Excellence in Management for 2017, Golf Management Australia, Distinguished Service Award for 2022 and Victoria Golf Industry Hall of Fame inductee 2022. Former member of Clubs Victoria Board for 10 years from 2005, serving as councillor, Treasurer, Vice President and then President. Barb was a member of the organising committee for the 2001, 2011 & 2019 Golf Management Australia National Conferences. She is a member of Golf Management Australia Board and a member of the Victoria Chapter, Frontier Hospitality Board and is a founding Board member of Community Clubs Victoria.
Maria Whitford
Maria is a community leader, being a founding member of the Greater Ararat Business Network, holding both President and Treasurer positions over the last decade. Maria sat on the Commercial Business committee for the Victoria Branch RSL where she advised on Gaming Legislation and Compliance. Maria displays a high level of business acumen, having turned her club into now one of the most profitable, reputable, and successful within the Victorian market.
Gavin Comport
Throughout his career, Gavin has focused on serving the western suburbs of Melbourne, where he firmly believes clubs should play a central role in their communities. By fostering relationships and promoting inclusiveness, he ensures that everyone feels welcome at his club. Gavin is passionate about the positive impact clubs can have on their communities and works tirelessly to enhance that connection. At Altona Sports Club, Gavin is committed to a long-term vision of continual improvement, ensuring the club evolves and grows its profile to better serve its members and the broader community.
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