Headquarters:
Level 7, 1 Pacific Highway, North Sydney, NSW, 2060
Year founded:
2007
Number of employees:
18
Phone:
(02) 8319 2050
Email:
sophie.schaedel@quintonanthony.com
Website:
quintonanthony.com
LinkedIn:
linkedin.com/company/quinton-anthony
“Having four insurance designations, and the wealth of knowledge that comes with it, enables me to better counsel customers regarding the importance of having the appropriate insurance coverage”
Saray Uribe,
CharSan Insurance & Consulting
Sergio Floyd
Founder and Group Managing Director
Warren Rushbrook
Head of Search and Executive Director – Energy, Infrastructure and Natural Resources
Sophie Schaedel
Managing Partner, Business Consulting
Leadership
Sergio is the founder and managing director of Quinton Anthony, leading the property and construction executive search practice across the Asia-Pacific region.
With an Honours Degree in Corporate Communication and as a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, Sergio has been working with major international contractors, property groups, consultancies, industry associations and institutions for decades, successfully delivering assignments including non-executive director, chief executive officer, director, executive general manager and senior technical specialists.
Founder and Group Managing Director
Sergio Floyd
Warren is head of search and leads the energy, infrastructure and natural resources executive search practice at Quinton Anthony. A construction management graduate, he has delivered executive search services across Australia, Southeast Asia and the UK.
With comprehensive experience in the construction and infrastructure sectors, Warren specialises in sourcing leadership talent for global clients, from corporate leadership positions to board-level and critical major project-related roles.
He also serves as a member of the Council of Asia Pacific and the Middle East for the AESC, contributing strategic insights to the executive search profession.
Head of Search and Executive Director – Energy, Infrastructure and Natural Resources
Warren Rushbrook
Sophie established Quinton Anthony Consulting (QAC) in 2017, bringing over a decade of HR leadership experience to the construction and engineering industries.
As managing partner and a member of the QA group executive team, she drives the company’s strategic vision, which focuses on delivering HR consulting and talent management solutions to specialised industries.
With a psychology background and comprehensive HR expertise, Sophie is dedicated to helping businesses thrive and championing diversity, equity and inclusion within the industry.
Managing Partner, Business Consulting
Sophie Schaedel
“Having four insurance designations, and the wealth of knowledge that comes with it, enables me to better counsel customers regarding the importance of having the appropriate insurance coverage”
Saray Uribe,
CharSan Insurance & Consulting
Leadership
“A true leader can see potential in different employees, regardless of their position. Listening and recognizing the value of each individual not only inspires them but also makes them grow professionally”
Saray Uribe,
CharSan Insurance & Consulting
Leadership
Nadia Chodkiewicz
Senior Partner, Leadership Development and Assessment
A senior partner in leadership development and assessment at Quinton Anthony, Nadia is a registered psychologist with seven years of HR and organisational development experience.
She specialises in psychometric assessments, providing deep insights into candidate personalities and motivations. As a trusted advisor and coach, Nadia designs programs that build leadership capabilities, enhance team performance and support workplace wellbeing. Her holistic and strategic approach ensures a suitable job-person matching and organisational effectiveness.
Senior Partner, Leadership Development and Assessment
Nadia Chodkiewicz
Chris Ashdown
Group Manager, Project Execution and Engineering
Chris Ashdown is group manager, project execution and engineering. Joining TransAlta in 2023, he is an experienced operations and engineering leader with a demonstrated history of working in the power generation, gas processing, mobile plant and military industries. Ashdown is skilled in leadership, finance, project operations management, contract management, requirements management and risk management.
Group Manager, Project Execution and Engineering
Chris Ashdown
Quinton Anthony is a specialist search, leadership advisory, and HR consulting firm connecting and developing exceptional talent with leading organisations across the energy, infrastructure, natural resources, property and construction sectors.
Founded on integrity, expertise, and enduring relationships, Quinton Anthony has firmly established itself as a trusted partner, providing unparalleled value in helping organisations navigate the intricate dynamics of an ever-evolving human capital landscape.
With a track record of executive, professional and board-level appointments, Quinton Anthony provides a bespoke approach combining deep sector knowledge, extensive global networks and state-of-the-art technology, to attract and retain exceptional leaders for its clients.
The firm’s leadership advisory services leverage the expertise of in-house senior psychologists who craft tailored assessment, development and coaching programs, designed to enhance individual performance and team dynamics, enabling organisations to unlock their full leadership potential.
To ensure a holistic approach encompassing all parts of an organisation’s talent strategy, the HR and Talent Solutions team provides a customisable outsourced model that addresses both immediate hiring requirements and long-term organisational development needs.
Underpinned by a commitment to excellence and innovation, Quinton Anthony continues to refine its methodologies, ensuring clients receive progressive talent solutions that drive organisational success.
Amanda Frodsham
Group Manager, Finance and Business Services
Ryan Watts
Senior Manager, Origination
Dan Draper
Group Chief Underwriting Officer
Simon Williams
Chief Strategy & Distribution Officer, Arch Insurance International
and Active Underwriter, Syndicate 1955
Amanda Frodsham serves as the group manager of finance and business services at TransAlta, Australia. With more than 25 years of experience in accounting and finance, she has dedicated the past two decades to the power industry with TransAlta.
He has effectively managed the finance function during the company’s expansion and is enthusiastic about contributing to its growth in renewable energy. She oversees finance, EHS, and administration, leading with a commitment to maintaining a psychologically safe environment and fostering cultural transformation.
Group Manager, Finance and Business Services
Amanda Frodsham
Ryan Watts is the senior manager, origination for TransAlta, Australia, and a key member of the Australian growth development team. He is responsible for identifying, managing, and developing new renewable and clean energy growth opportunities.
He holds Bachelors of Law and Engineering degrees from the University of Western Australia and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Watts is passionate about community engagement and is dedicated to driving TransAlta’s growth in the renewable energy sector.
Senior Manager, Origination
Ryan Watts
Dan Draper was appointed group chief underwriting officer in September 2022. He had previously served for more than two years as group head of underwriting at AXIS. Prior to that, he had been group chief risk and actuarial officer at VIBE. Before joining VIBE, Draper spent eight years with AXIS, holding a number of leadership roles that included group chief actuary, chief risk analytics officer, and insurance segment chief risk officer. Before that, he held managerial positions at the Financial Services Authority, XL Capital, and EY.
Group Chief Underwriting Officer
Dan Draper
Kimi leads the Estate Planning and Wealth Protection team and is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. She understands the complex and delicate nature of family estate planning, the technical requirements around probate and estate administration, and the importance of preserving wealth for future generations. Her advice is accurate, commercial, strategic and tailored to each situation.
Partner
Kimi Shah
Kimi leads the Estate Planning and Wealth Protection team and is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. She understands the complex and delicate nature of family estate planning, the technical requirements around probate and estate administration, and the importance of preserving wealth for future generations. Her advice is accurate, commercial, strategic and tailored to each situation.
Partner
Kimi Shah
Kimi leads the Estate Planning and Wealth Protection team and is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. She understands the complex and delicate nature of family estate planning, the technical requirements around probate and estate administration, and the importance of preserving wealth for future generations. Her advice is accurate, commercial, strategic and tailored to each situation.
Partner
Kimi Shah
Sarah M Stewart
Associate Vice President,
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Karen Bannister, CM
Vice President, Marketing
Dave Longbottom
Chief Technology Officer
Alex Ventura
Head of Marketing
Damian Palovick
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Dr. Mary Lavoie
Head of Risk Management and Senior Vice President
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Mark Bernacki
Chief Underwriting Officer
Ryan Armijo
Chief Operating Officer, Underwriting Division
Bob Petrilli
President, Underwriting Division
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“A true leader can see potential in different employees, regardless of their position. Listening and recognizing the value of each individual not only inspires them but also makes them grow professionally”
Saray Uribe,
CharSan Insurance & Consulting
“Having four insurance designations, and the wealth of knowledge that comes with it, enables me to better counsel customers regarding the importance of having the appropriate insurance coverage”
Saray Uribe,
CharSan Insurance & Consulting
“A true leader can see potential in different employees, regardless of their position. Listening and recognizing the value of each individual not only inspires them but also makes them grow professionally”
Saray Uribe,
CharSan Insurance & Consulting
