Andrew Oliver is a proud lifelong resident of Ballarat, a place that has been home to many generations of his family. Growing up in the family business, Andrew’s business acumen developed from a young age. His vision and leadership were instrumental in expanding this family company into a global enterprise, which was eventually sold to a multinational group.

Beyond his rich business experience, Andrew is also a philanthropist, property developer and avid investor in Australian enterprises. The key motivation for Andrew to join the ATG Holdings team stems from his first-hand experience of the difficulty in acquiring and retaining skilled workers in country regions, which is often due to the lack of suitable infrastructure.

Providing meaningful hospitality assets will not only help to overcome this issue, but also provide employment opportunities for locals and showcase the rich histories and diverse landscapes of these areas. This is a legacy Andrew is passionate to leave from his time at ATG Holdings.

Niraj's notable proficiency lies in skillfully navigating and realising strategic objectives for companies on a growth trajectory. His career in the chartered accounting and professional services industry spans over two decades, with his most recent role being Equity Partner at a Big Four Chartered Accounting firm. His ability to determine the appropriate structure, mitigate key risks and establish the necessary governance has allowed Niraj to help some of Australia’s largest privately held enterprises to secure funding on favourable terms.
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Niraj’s career has taken him around the world, developing his global mindset and deepening his entrepreneurial flair. He recognises the key to business success is collaboration and cooperation, and is known for building and retaining a team of strong associates in all of his business endeavours. This is reflected in his approach at ATG Holdings where he takes the time to develop genuine local partnerships and generate sincere community engagement to foster partner-wide success.

After relocating from Gippsland at a young age, Geoff has since been a resident of the Hepburn and Macedon Ranges region. While working in the family timber business growing up, he also pursued a career as a Civil Engineer and pilot. Alongside his practical farming and saw milling experience, Geoff has held various Director and Chair positions within the Regional Timber and Forestry Sector, including Co-Founder of Ironwood Clean Energy Technologies.

Geoff has also been instrumental in conducting a large forest restoration project in East Gippsland. As a lifelong regional resident, Geoff has witnessed the pressing need for meaningful hospitality development in order to unlock its untapped potential. For Geoff, success lies in establishing high-quality hospitality infrastructure that not only offers comfort for travellers, but also creates opportunities for local youth to thrive in meaningful careers without the need to migrate to metropolitan cities, therefore preserving the social fabric of rural communities.

Now calling Maryborough home, Cleve Thiele has lived and worked in many communities across Regional Victoria, including along the Great Ocean Road and around Grampians National Park. As a lifelong resident of Regional Victoria, Cleve has a deep appreciation and unique understanding of the needs and desires of country communities. The son of an agriculture pioneer, Cleve followed in his father’s footsteps to become a Director of a global export company that places a strong emphasis on sustainability. His expertise also extends into the forestry, logistics and transportation industries, and is accompanied by a strong reputation for his knowledge and dedication to ethical business practices.

Cleve’s commitment to making a positive impact on Regional Victoria underpinned his decision to join ATG Holdings. He appreciates the importance of balancing innovation with practicality and ensures change is only made when necessary for the preservation of landscape or community. Cleve’s ultimate goal is to showcase and share the joy of a regional lifestyle with a wider audience.