MEET OUR TEAM
OUR PROFESSIONAL TEAM
Our dedicated team have the experience to handle matters ranging in size from small personal bankruptcies to large corporate insolvencies.
Our team includes:
CLEMENT TENG
DIRECTOR
Clement holds a Bachelor of Commerce (UNSW) and is a Chartered Accountant…
CLEMENT TENG
DIRECTOR
CRAIG TINKLER
PRACTICE MANAGER
Craig has been with O’Brien Palmer for over nine years, and has over sixteen years’ experience in the insolvency industry…
CRAIG TINKLER
PRACTICE MANAGER
Craig has been with O’Brien Palmer for over nine years, and has over sixteen years’ experience in the insolvency industry. Craig has experience across a broad variety of both corporate and personal insolvency appointments, as well as litigation of insolvency matters, including being involved in the setting of numerous legal precedents. Craig is the Practice Manager of the firm, providing his experience and technical skills to complex matters undertaken by the firm, as well as day to day management of the firm.
ROBERT CLAPHAM
SENIOR MANAGER
Rob is a Manager at O’Brien Palmer with over 13 years experience in Corporate and Personal Insolvency.
ROBERT CLAPHAM
SENIOR MANAGER
Rob is a Manager at O’Brien Palmer with over 13 years experience in Corporate and Personal Insolvency. He has a wide ranging knowledge of various types administrations, including Voluntary Administration, Liquidations and Personal Insolvency and Debt Agreements.
DAVID VARKER
MANAGER
David is a Chartered Accountant with an Advanced Certification in Insolvency issued by ARITA…
DAVID VARKER
MANAGER
ADRIAN FRANCO
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Adrian joined O’Brien Palmer in July 2017 having completed a Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Accounting)…
ADRIAN FRANCO
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Adrian joined O’Brien Palmer in July 2017 having completed a Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Accounting). Adrian has over 11 years of insolvency experience, having worked on a wide variety of personal and corporate insolvency matters from many different industries. He is a member of ARITA having completed the ARITA Advanced Certificate in Insolvency and intends to continue his studies through the Chartered Accountants program. Adrian is also a Justice of the Peace in and for the state of New South Wales.
JUSTIN DRAGICEVIC
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Justin joined O’Brien Palmer in October 2015, having completed his degrees in both Business Administration & Commerce…
JUSTIN DRAGICEVIC
ASSISTANT MANAGER
HARLEY ARMSTRONG
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Harley joined O’Brien Palmer in December 2019 and brings over 8 years of experience within corporate insolvency…
HARLEY ARMSTRONG
ASSISTANT MANAGER
IBRAHIM ANNOUS
SUPERVISOR
Ibby is a driven Insolvency, Restructuring and Turnaround Practitioner / Accountant with over 7 years experience on various engagements…
IBRAHIM ANNOUS
SUPERVISOR
Ibby is a driven Insolvency, Restructuring and Turnaround Practitioner / Accountant with over 7 years experience on various engagements including liquidations, voluntary administrations, mortgagee in possession, expert solvency reports and receiverships. He holds a Bachelor of Business (Accounting, Finance and Small Business Accounting).
Ibby possesses a burning passion and dedication to assist, mitigate and find solutions for distressed businesses in the SME market and his experience spans across a multitude of industries including residential and commercial construction, retail, labour hire, hospitality, manufacturing and food services.
NASH CHANCE
SUPERVISOR
Nash is a member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand with more than four years’ experience in the insolvency sector…
NASH CHANCE
SUPERVISOR
Nash is a member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand with more than four years’ experience in the insolvency sector. Nash joined O’Brien Palmer in February 2023, having previously worked at the firm for three years. Nash has a dual degree from the University of New South Wales in Science and Commerce, majoring in mathematics and accounting. He also has experience as an accountant working in the not-for-profit sector.
DANIEL CARISTO
SUPERVISOR
Daniel joined O’Brien Palmer in March 2023, having previously worked at the firm between 2017 and 2021…
DANIEL CARISTO
SUPERVISOR
Daniel joined O’Brien Palmer in March 2023, having previously worked at the firm between 2017 and 2021. Daniel holds a Bachelor Degree in Business and is a Chartered Accountant, and has experience in tax administration and fraud response at Government levels. He has gained experience in a wide range of external administrations, including court liquidations, creditors’ voluntary liquidations, members’ voluntary liquidations, voluntary administrations, deeds of company arrangement, receiverships and bankruptcies.
ORLA O'DRISCOLL CARMODY
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Orla moved to O’Brien Palmer in 2022 having previously gathered seven years experience in the insolvency industry.
ORLA O'DRISCOLL CARMODY
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Orla moved to O’Brien Palmer in 2022 having previously gathered seven years experience in the insolvency industry. Orla specialises in personal insolvency including arrangements under Part X of the Bankruptcy Act 1966 and compositions under section 73. Orla is commencing a Bachelor of Laws at Charles Sturt University commencing in June 2023.
THOMAS PALMER
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Tom joined O’Brien Palmer in February 2021 having completed Bachelor of Arts (Hons) degrees in Accounting and Business…
THOMAS PALMER
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Tom joined O’Brien Palmer in February 2021 having completed Bachelor of Arts (Hons) degrees in Accounting and Business and Professional Studies in Taxation whilst in England. Tom previously had 3 years’ experience in tax and fraud investigations for HMRC and BDO. Whilst at O’Brien Palmer, Tom has gained experience in a variety of administrations, including court liquidations, creditors voluntary liquidations and bankruptcies.
BAYLEY PLASKETT
ACCOUNTANT
Bayley joined O’Brien Palmer in April 2019 as the firm’s Office Administration / Coordinator…
BAYLEY PLASKETT
ACCOUNTANT
Bayley joined O’Brien Palmer in April 2019 as the firm’s Office Administration / Coordinator. In December 2022, she transitioned to professional staff and is currently gaining invaluable experience via exposure to a wide range of insolvency appointments, including creditors’ voluntary liquidations and voluntary administrations. Bayley is presently working towards completing her Bachelor in Business, majoring in Accounting.
ADRIAN LAGANA
ACCOUNTANT
Adrian joined O’Brien Palmer in early 2022 with an interest in the corporate and personal insolvency space…
ADRIAN LAGANA
ACCOUNTANT
Adrian joined O’Brien Palmer in early 2022 with an interest in the corporate and personal insolvency space. He has since taken carriage of a number of formal insolvency appointments, ranging from different types of liquidations to voluntary administrations, and has also been involved in the successful restructuring of a number of companies through the execution of deeds of company arrangement. Adrian is currently undertaking a Bachelor of Business, majoring in Accounting, and has aspirations to complete the Chartered Accountant (CAANZ) program once he concludes his tertiary studies.
CHRISTIAN BASILISCO
ACCOUNTANT
Christian joined O’Brien Palmer in 2022 looking to gain accounting experience with a particular interest in corporate and personal insolvency.
CHRISTIAN BASILISCO
ACCOUNTANT
Christian joined O’Brien Palmer in 2022 looking to gain accounting experience with a particular interest in corporate and personal insolvency. He has since been involved with and responsible for a number of formal insolvency appointments, including creditors’ voluntary liquidations and voluntary administrations. Christian is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Accounting and Economics, and is looking through undertake the Chartered Accountant (CAANZ) program once he completes his bachelor’s degree.
SKALA SOURANI
ACCOUNTANT
Skala recently graduated from Macquarie University with a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Professional Accounting, and a Bachelor of Business Analytics…
SKALA SOURANI
ACCOUNTANT
Skala recently graduated from Macquarie University with a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Professional Accounting, and a Bachelor of Business Analytics. With a keen eye for detail, commendable analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities, Skala has assisted the team on an array of personal and corporate insolvency files, and in the process she has gained a wide range of experience and knowledge. Skala is poised to support clients through challenging financial situations, contributing to O’Brien Palmer’s mission with professionalism and enthusiasm. She wishes to further her professional development by completing the Charted Accountant (CAANZ) program in the near future. Her ever-developing skillsets, willingness to learn, and collaborative mindset makes her an invaluable asset to O’Brien Palmer.
ALAN VILARRUBI
ACCOUNTANT
Alan joined O’Brien Palmer in January 2023 as an Intermediate Accountant having graduated with a degree in Professional Accounting…
ALAN VILARRUBI
ACCOUNTANT
Alan joined O’Brien Palmer in January 2023 as an Intermediate Accountant having graduated with a degree in Professional Accounting. He is currently a provisional member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand having started in March 2023. Alan has experience in tax and business services and is eager to grow in the insolvency and restructuring industry.
SAMUEL THOMAS
ACCOUNTANT
Samuel joined O’Brien Palmer in May 2022 as an undergraduate university student eager to learn about the complexities of insolvency and business advisory matters.
SAMUEL THOMAS
ACCOUNTANT
Samuel joined O’Brien Palmer in May 2022 as an undergraduate university student eager to learn about the complexities of insolvency and business advisory matters. Samuel is the Bookkeeper of the firm and is involved in many aspects of the day to day management of the firm as well as working on the side to assist all members of staff with various administrative tasks across all types of insolvency appointments. He is currently working towards finishing his degree in accounting.
ANDREW COWLED
DIRECTOR
Andrew has 35 years experience across a broad range of industries, including aviation, general engineering, manufacturing and…
ANDREW COWLED
DIRECTOR
NATHAN JAMMAL
DIRECTOR
Nathan has over 12 years of experience both in the insolvency and construction industries having worked in multiple roles…
NATHAN JAMMAL
DIRECTOR
Nathan has over 12 years of experience both in the insolvency and construction industries having worked in multiple roles throughout his career. Nathan has gained experience on a wide variety of corporate insolvency engagements from an array of industries, in particular the construction industry. Nathan has developed these skills to assist on complex matters as well as managing and retaining strong client relationships with new and existing clients.
CON VELLIOS
DIRECTOR
Con joined O’Brien Palmer in October 2022 and has over 13 years of experience in the insolvency sector…
CON VELLIOS
DIRECTOR
Con joined O’Brien Palmer in October 2022 and has over 13 years of experience in the insolvency sector. His background within the finance industry has provided him with the ability to best assist his clients and understand their financial position. Con has gained experience on a wide variety of corporate insolvency engagements from an array of industries and has assisted in a number of corporate work outs and restructures. Con has developed these skills, which have been key to progress complex matters he is involved with, to develop and maintain a strong client network with existing clients and to build relationships with new clients.
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