Martin Earp
Chief Executive Officer

Martin has extensive experience in managing businesses and project development. He worked for Transfield Holdings for 10 years, occupying a number of operational roles including CEO of the Australian Biodiesel Group (an ASX listed company), General Manager of Airtrain and Business Development Manager for Airport Link, as well as working in the business development team on a range of projects.

Martin gained an MBA at the AGSM. He also worked for an English based consultancy firm that specialised in providing advice for large infrastructure projects, with a focus on public private partnerships. He advised bidders for privately financed toll roads and rail franchises under the privatisation of the UK railways (National Express, Virgin Rail, Midland Mainline). Martin was also seconded to work for the Chief Scientist at the Department of Transport, providing assistance with restructuring the Department’s research programs to encourage increased private sector involvement in Government research projects.

Paul Farrugia
Chief Financial Officer

Paul is a Chartered Accountant with an extensive background in business development, finance and strategy. His business experience spans fund management, infrastructure and facilities management, with a focus on business evolution and systems.

As Chief Financial Officer, then Head of Business & Product Development for CP2 Limited, Paul was instrumental in the transformation of the business from an independent researcher to a fund manager. He developed and managed several of CP2’s infrastructure funds, was involved in investment due diligence and the restructure of the business.

Paul was a Director of Airport Rail Link, Sydney, providing direction on financial control and governance. He also has experience in property, gaming and professional services industries.

Brigitte Murray
Marketing Director

Brigitte is responsible for marketing, brand, public relations and student life across CLV. She has extensive experience in brand development, marketing, communications, student recruitment, external relations, student accommodation and support and strategic management.

Prior to joining CLV, Brigitte was the Director of Student Recruitment and Development and previously, the Director of Marketing, at the University of Canterbury. In these roles she repositioned and rebranded the University to achieve sustained student growth, and successfully managed the merger of key functions with the Christchurch College of Education.

Michael Heffernan
CFO, Australia

Michael is responsible for financial performance, asset management and risk management across the Australian portfolio. With 10 years experience as a chartered accountant, Michael has worked in senior finance roles managing large teams in the transport and infrastructure sectors.

In his most recent position with National Express, Michael managed the finance operations of four rail companies servicing the London rail network. He has also held senior roles within projects for Volker Rail, and worked as Financial Controller and Company Secretary for Brisbane Airtrain during its financial restructure.

Michael is a Chartered Company Secretary with a solid grounding in governance and risk management.

Andrew Kirk
Director, Development

With over 20 years experience in the development and construction industries, Andrew has focused his energy on the delivery of complex high end value projects from inception to completion. Andrew brings a solid background in project management to student accommodation.

Andrew oversees the work of the development team, managing projects across Australasia. The team delivers design, financial structuring, project management and ESD solutions. He works with universities, contractors and operations staff to manage all aspects of the development process.

Ron de Haan
Chief Operating Officer, Australia

Ron has extensive experience in international hotel management having worked in Asia, Africa, Europe and Australia. Prior to joining CLV in 2004, Ron spent five years working in education and student accommodation in both academic streams and student accommodation.