Directors
David Paranthoiene, Chairman
Formerly Managing Director of Namberry Limited, David became a Non-Executive Director of Lifestyle Communities Limited in 2007 and chairman in February 2008. David was a founding principal of the Australian Stock Exchange listed telecommunications company Pracom Limited, spending 14 years in senior leadership roles including that of Managing Director. He brings to Lifestyle Communities Limited extensive experience in business operations within services enterprises.
James Kelly, Managing Director
James was appointed Managing Director in 2007. With over 26 years experience in property development and construction, James brings to Lifestyle Communities a wealth of knowledge and experience in the property industry. Prior to establishing Lifestyle Communities, James held several senior management roles in property and related sectors.
From 1999 to 2002 James was CEO of The Dennis Family Corporation, taking the business from a turnover of $120M to over $300M with the housing group becoming the largest home builder in Victoria. In 1993, James joined the Coles Myer Group and was General Manager of the property area for the Myer Grace Bros Group before taking over as a Business Manager for one of the retail business groups within the department store business. Prior to this, he held positions with Lend Lease and Costain Australia Limited.
Dael Perlov, Executive Director - Operations
A founding member of Lifestyle Communities Limited, Dael was appointed as Executive Director, Operations in 2007. Prior to establishing Lifestyle Communities Limited, Dael was the Chief Executive Officer of Kusp Limited, an Australian Stock Exchange listed company. With more than 19 years sales and marketing experience, Dael has a strong background in business innovation, his experience in service delivery to both consumer and corporate markets is invaluable in establishing the robust systems and procedures needed to operate Lifestyle Communities Limited. Dael also brings experience and knowledge in operational management, sales and marketing to complement the team at Lifestyle Communities Limited.
Bruce Carter, Executive Director - Finance
A founding member of Lifestyle Communities Limited, Bruce has more than 21 years’ experience in financial and business management. He was the co-founder of Australian Stock Exchange listed telecommunications company Pracom Limited, serving as Joint Managing Director from 1988 to 2002. Bruce brings to Lifestyle Communities Limited extensive knowledge and experience of building and operating complex Australian Stock Exchange listed companies.
Tim Poole, Non-Executive Director
Tim was appointed to the board of Lifestyle Communities Limited, as a Non-Executive Director on 22 November 2007. He has a Bachelor of Commerce from University of Melbourne and is a Chartered Accountant. Tim is Chairman of Asciano Group, Non-Executive Director of Newcrest Mining Limited and a Director of Victorian Racing Club. He is also a Member of the Investment Committee of the industry superannuation fund AustralianSuper and a Member of the LEK Consulting Advisory Board. Formerly, he was the Managing Director of Hastings Funds Management.