The Team
Ballarat Community Telco consists of a diverse and experienced team, drawn together from a wide range of industries. We have the specialised knowledge, experitise and the commitment to demonstrate that Ballarat Community Telco is where personal service matters.
Geoff Hutchinson
Position: Chief Executive Officer
Phone (03) 5304 5555
Profile
Geoff is an entrepreneurial CEO with significant experience in a broad range of industries including telecommunications, technology, software, mechanical and electrical engineering, finance, and wholesale distribution.
Geoff has 20 years experience as a Director and Senior Executive in both multinational and Australian public companies, working in Australia, Europe, Canada, the Middle East and South East Asia. Roles have included CEO, strategic development, general management, and Finance Director.
Geoff is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management and a Fellow of the Australian Society of Certified Practicing Accountants.
Chris Prehn
Position: Senior Telecommunication Consultant
Phone (03) 5304 5514
Profile
Chris is a qualified technical consultant with both national and international experience. He has worked in a variety of demanding roles since moving to Australia from South Africa 12 years ago, and brings a high level of expertise with more than a decade's experience with large and highly complex data networks and PABX systems.
Chris has worked in a range of demanding industries including emergency services (Rural Ambulance Victoria) and transport (Queensland Rail). His qualifications include Diploma in Telecommunications, Certificate IV in Project Management, and Nortel and NEC certification in PABX systems.
Clients and colleagues alike find Chris not only knowledgeable but approachable and very keen to get the job done correctly and on time the first time. He believes that building a personal relationship with clients is the most important key to exceptional customer service. This personal touch is one of the reasons Chris made the move to Ballarat Community Telco, and since joining the team his enthusiasm and leadership skills have been invaluable to both clients and colleagues.
Jason Dunne
Position: Sales Manager
Phone (03) 5304 5513
Profile
Jason joined Ballarat Community Telco in early 2007 and has since brought many well known Ballarat businesses to the company, including Selkirk Brick, Petstock, Ballarat Holden and Sargeant Transport, just to name a few.
Jason started his career in the high-stress world of hospitality as a qualified Executive Chef. Twelve years ago he moved into senior sales account management roles with companies such as Austar, Flick Pest Control and ISS Melbourne Facility Services.
Jason is passionate about working and supporting Ballarat business and our local community. With his own children's future in mind, Jason believes that Ballarat Community Telco can make a difference in creating more local employment opportunities, and with a portion of the profit reinvested into the local community, he believes great things can be achieved.
Anthony Stephens
Position: Senior Business Development Representative
Phone (03) 5304 5512
Profile
Anthony joined Ballarat Community Telco in June 2007 as a Key Account Manager. In this role he supports our larger clients with his exceptionally high level of customer service and keen interest in the latest technology. Anthony brings a wealth of sales and service experience to his role.
Born and bred in Ballarat, Anthony felt a real connection with the principles of giving back to the community on which Ballarat Community Telco are founded, with locally owned and operated businesses as the cornerstone of thriving communities.
Erin Wells
Position: Customer Service Team Leader
Phone (03) 5304 5511
Profile
As Customer Service Team Leader, Erin manages both Geelong and Ballarat's customer service teams.
Starting with Ballarat Community Telco in 2007 as a Customer Service Officer, Erin gained certificate IV in Business Administration and then progressed to Team Leader. In this role she is responsible for a team of customer focused individuals who enjoy delivering the best possible service to our customers. With her previous role in a busy accounting practice, Erin has knowledge and experience in all areas of administration and customer service.