• Staff Management
• Financial Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Board and Sub-Committee support, including serving as Company Secretary
• Overall responsibility for National Events, Able-Bodied High Performance, Para High Performance, Participation & Development

About Nicole:

• Non-Executive Director (Member of the Board) – Gymnastics Australia & Vic Sport
• Executive General Manager – Participation, AusCycling
• Head of Strategy and Products – Game and Market Development – Cricket Australia
• Head of Strategy and Corporate Development – Medibank Private
• Australian Institute of Sport – Pathways Program Manager, Golf
• Victorian Institute of Sport – High-Performance Program Manager - Diving
• Post Graduate Certificate in Management
• Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement) - Honours
• LinkedIn Profile >

Responsibilities:

• TTA adherence to the National Integrity Framework (NIF) policies
• Management of integrity across Table Tennis Australia
• Table Tennis Australia integrity risk management
• Receive and manage reports of breaches of NIF policies
• Delivery/support of educational material in accordance with NIF policies

About Tim:

• 25+ years in leadership roles across sport, government and education settings
• Former Director, Participation and Sector Development at Sport and Recreation Victoria
• Former Chief Executive Officer at ACHPER Vic (now Active Education Australia)
• Anti-Doping Program Manager at Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games
• Passionate (tragic) AFL Saints Fan
• Reformed cyclist/triathlete turned weekend golfer
• Linkedin Profile >

Responsibilities:

• Supports the Chief Executive Officer to deliver on key strategic and operational priorities.
• Works closely with the Head of Commercial and Strategic Projects to strengthen partnerships and drive national initiatives.
• Collaborates across TTA’s marketing, communications, events, and high-performance programs to enhance outcomes for the sport.
• Engages with State and Territory Associations, local clubs, and key stakeholders to foster alignment and growth.
• Contributes to the delivery of TTA’s strategic objectives through strong communication, coordination, and partnership management.

Responsibilities:

• Accounts Receivable
• Accounts Payable

• Lead strategic projects
• Technology and system integration
• Monetisation of systems and platforms
• Procurement of major projects and partnerships
• Develop and implement TTA Commercial Strategy 

About Wade:

• Leadership roles in national and international sport federations
• Led strategic and commercial programs in corporate and non-profit organisations in Australasia, Americas, Europe and the Middle East
• Master of Business Administration
• Bachelor of Business - Marketing & Sports Management
• Bachelor of Arts - History & Political Science
• LinkedIn Profile >

• Lead the strategic growth, enhancement, planning and delivery of TTA and International events.
• Lead planning and delivery of TTA national events calendar.
• Oversee event operations including budgeting, registrations, and staffing.
• Oversee the Competition Management Platform.

About Ryan:

• Bachelor of Business – Events & Sport Management
• Brings over 15 years of extensive experience in sport as well as managing national and international table tennis events, including roles with Table Tennis Australia, Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games, ITTF/WTT, and ITTF-Oceania. 
• ITTF Competition Manager / WTT Event Supervisor
• LinkedIn Profile >

 
tom@tabletennis.org.au
comms@tabletennis.org.au

• Lead Table Tennis Australia's digital output
• Plan Social Media, Website and Marketing Campaigns
• Collaborate with TTA and States/Territories to tell the stories of those involved
• Contribute to TTA's strategic objectives through Marketing Campaigns
• Work with TTA's high-performance teams to enhance the profile of their performances

About Tom:

• Originally from South Wales, United Kingdom
• Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Loughborough University, England
• Seven years of experience working in Football in the United Kingdom
• Led social media plans, website redevelopment, editorial duties and audiovisual output at Leyton Orient Football Club
• LinkedIn Profile >

Responsibilities:

• Lead initiatives across community, membership, and partnerships, focused on strengthening community connection, enhancing member value, and expanding reach through strategic partnerships.

About Saransh:

• Passionately navigating work and life through the sport, recreation, and events industries - powered by curiosity, perspective, and purpose. I operate at the intersection of people, strategy, and performance, bringing clarity, composure, and intent.
• LinkedIn Profile >

claire@tabletennis.org.au
events@tabletennis.org.au
education@tabletennis.org.au
membership@tabletennis.org.au
0409 942 494

Responsibilities:

• National Events
• National Participation Census
• Coaching & Officiating Courses & Accreditations
• National Websites - RevSport
• Club Development

About Claire:

• Studied Computer Engineering, IT, Sports Law, and Event Management
• Former Events & Clubs Officer at Table Tennis Victoria (5 years)
• Started playing Table Tennis at age 10 and represented Victoria over 40 times as a Player, Non-Playing Captain, Coach, and Manager (Junior, Senior, Youth, Veterans)
• Represented Australia World Uni Games & International Youth Cup. 1st Australian-born female to receive a professional playing contract at a European club
• President (Albert Park Table Tennis), Member (Ballarat Table Tennis Association), and Appointed Director (Victorian InterVarsity Games)
• Current Chair of TTV State Tournaments Committee & former TTV State Selector (19 years)
• National Level 3 Coach & ITTF Accredited Level 2 Coach
• Former TTA, TTV, and TTG Board Member, National Events Committee Chair & National Advisory Panel (Juniors)
• Recipient of the 2020 TTA Volunteer of the Year Award: 25 Years Service Award
• Read all about Claire in the TTV Fast Five series!
• LinkedIn Profile >

Responsibilities:

• Sporting Schools
• Ping.Pong.Play (formally Spinneroos)

About Aleysa:

• Master of Business (Sport Management) from Deakin University
• Bachelor of Science in Politics, Law and Economics
• Previous experience at Gemba Group and Golf Australia 
• LinkedIn Profile >

Responsibilities:

• Overall coordination of the TTA Community Connect project.
• Strengthening Australia’s relationship with  the  Chinese Table  Tennis Association while internationally showcasing Australian sporting excellence  and values.
• Enhancement of Australia's competitive level Table Tennis players through Player Connect training opportunities, people-to-people and institutional links formed through these training exchanges.
• Utilize local  Table Tennis Clubs  in  Australia  as  natural convening  points  for the  Australian  Chinese  community, enhance the  club's  ability  to  connect  the Australian Chinese community and Chinese  international  students to  Australian society  through  sport.
• Development of relevant resources for clubs more broadly across Australia to access, aimed at encouraging community connection through sport.
• Build a sense of community, belonging and integration for the Chinese Australian community through identifying and connecting Chinese Australians to local table tennis clubs.
• Showcase through communications products  the players  from this program of work  who  participate  in  TTA’s pathway and talent identification processes to showcase the  program and  player  development.
• Showcase Australia’s sporting excellence and values through its table tennis talents and  athletes achievements in a storytelling approach.
• Establish and  develop  relationships with  key stakeholders, including  but  not limited  to  the  Department  of  Foreign  Affairs and  Trade,  State  and  Territory Associations,  clubs/associations  and  coaches.

About Aaron:

• With strong background in developing programs, advocating for cultural diversity, and engaging stakeholders to maximize outcomes.
• Bachelor of Exercise & Sports Science – Australian Catholic University
• Certificate for Sport Diplomacy – How to be an effective ambassador through sport
• Linkedin Profile >

Responsibilities:

• National Paralympic Program Management > Para High Performance & Pathway
• National Para Team Manager
• Stakeholder Collaboration - AIS, PA, CGA, SIS/SAS
• National Para Selection Panel – Chairperson

About Sue:

• National Level 3 Coach
• Executive Certificate in AIS Women’s Leadership in Sport Personal Development Program
• Executive Certificate in High-Performance Unit Management conducted by Sports Knowledge Australia
• Certificate IV – Assessment & Training
• Diploma of Professional Counselling
• Australian Coach of the Year - 1996
• Involved in table tennis for over 40 years. First started playing at the age of 12 and represented Qld as a junior and senior from 1978 to 1985. 
• Coached for 14 years at Club and State Level > 1991 – 2005
• Qld State Coaching Director > 2002 - 2005
• Have worked for Table Tennis Australia since 2005 in many different roles including managing the National High Performance and Para High Performance Programs, National Participation Program and the AusAID Smash Down Barriers program, as well as being responsible for the Coaching & Officiating Framework and Course Design and Review in 2006. 

Nick Ferrier
MPC Performance Psychologist

Responsibilities:

• National Team Coaching
• Player Development
• Conduct of National Camps
• Coaching Innovation
• Collaboration with PA, CGA, Para Coaches Network
• Development of Para Coaches
  National Selection Panel

About Alois:

• National Level 3 Coach
• Involved in competitive Table Tennis since 1974
• Coach at:
  • Paralympics 2012, 2016, 2020
  • Olympics 2004
  • Commonwealth Games 2002, 2010, 2018, 2022
• Worked as Development Manager Table Tennis Victoria for 18 years
• Played for Coburg Table Tennis Club
• LinkedIn Profile >

Responsibilities:

• National Team Coaching.
• Player development.
• Conduct of State camps and Pathway camps.

About Maggie:

• National Level 3 Coach.
• Master's degree in Sports Management.
• Bachelor's degree in Law.
• Former provincial player in China.
• Played for Victoria Team in Australia. 
• Played for Coburg Table Tennis Club in Melbourne.
• Coach at:
  • Paralympic 2020
  • Commonwealth Games 2022
• LinkedIn Profile >

Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to TTA to plan, deliver and grow sport-specific Classification programs, ensuring alignment with national and international standards.
• Offer expert guidance and oversight on Classification systems, including workforce development, compliance, education, and resolution of disputes.
• Collaborate with TTA to integrate Classification into broader sport priorities such as athlete development, integrity, and high performance.

About Emily:

• Bachelor Applied  Science – Human Movement University of South Australia
• International  Classifier (Technical) – World Boccia
• National Classifier (Technical) – Boccia Australia
• International Classifier – International Waterski and Wakeboard Federation (IWWF)
• Classification Advisor – Paralympics Australia – Talent Search Day and Try Para Sport
• Development officer SA projects Australian Paralympic Committee
• Administrator –  Australian Goalball Championships  2014
• 24 yrs working at Novita – SA’s largest Disability Service provider Project officer ConnectABILITY – connecting clients to community sport and recreation
• Para Program Coordinator Shooting Australia
• Currently undertaking Graduate Certificate High Performance Para Sport Central Queensland University (CQU)
• Life member Hills Netball Association and Uraidla Netball Club (Administrator, coach, umpire)
• LinkedIn Profile >

• Strategy and leadership of the National Olympic Program
• Influence and stakeholder management domestically and internationally
• Execution and change management
• Operational excellence
• Financial management

About Rob:

• Regional Manager of East Asia Pacific – International Cricket Council
• Marketing and Fundraising Manager – Philippines Accessible Disability Sport
• Senior Analysis – Deloitte Risk Advisory
• Passionate volunteer across multiple organisations for over 15 years
• International experience working in England, the Philippines, and Hungary
• Bachelor of Commerce – Finance
• Bachelor of Arts – Classical Studies
• LinkedIn Profile >

• Develop and implement high-performance training programs for athletes, ensuring alignment with the 2028 High Performance strategy.
• Collaborate with the CEO, General Manager, and coaching staff to set clear priorities and measurable goals for athlete and program development.
• Design and manage performance environments, including domestic and international training hubs and camps.
• Oversee the National Hopes Program and establish a state-based system of Development Hubs.
• Lead talent identification initiatives and integrate emerging talent into the high-performance pathway.
• Communicate strategic direction and performance objectives to the TTA community, fostering understanding and buy-in.
• Monitor and evaluate program outcomes against established KPIs, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Provide leadership on athlete preparation for major events and develop event-specific tactical plans.
• Manage financial performance related to high-performance and pathways programs, ensuring alignment with TTA goals.

About Simon:

• National Level 3 Coach
• Involved in International Table Tennis since 1995 (30+ years)
• Competed at Olympics, Commonwealth Games is an Oceania Champion, and National Champion
• National Team Coach for Australia: 2020 - 2024
• Coach of more than 40 National Team and Squad Members since 2009
• LinkedIn Profile >

Responsibilities:

• National Team Coaching
• Player Development
• Player Management
• Supporting the National DTE’s
• National Selection Panel

About Ricardo:

• National Level 3 Coach
• Portuguese Table Tennis Association Coach
• Olympic Coach
• Director and Head Coach of the Portuguese High-Performance Table Tennis Center
• Head Coach of the Male Table Tennis Portuguese Team
• Architecture degree in Oporto Architecture University

• Assistant coaching with the Head Coach 
• Player development
• Conduct of state a national camps 

About Melissa:

• Gen32 Scholarship Coach
• National Level 1 Coach
• 4 x Paralympian and Silver medalist 
• 3 x Olympian
• 2 x Commonwealth Games with Gold and Bronze medal
• Bachelor of Exercise Science
• Diploma of Conveyancing 
• LinkedIn Profile >