ABOUT OUR TEAM
A2B Services Mission, Vision and Values
Our Values
Integrity | Reliability | Energy | Loyalty | Self- Determination
Our Mission
A2B Services Australia, is underpinned by its commendable foundation and vision for self-determination for Aboriginal people.
As a company built "by Aboriginal people for Aboriginal people", it stands at the forefront of Aboriginal Employment and Cultural Heritage management, offering innovative solutions to challenges that arise in the cultural sector.
A2B Services' approach, which is deeply embedded in a hands-on, family-oriented ethos, not only provides solutions for clients, stakeholders and employees but also crafts pathways that instil respect, uplift, and preserve the rich history and future of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and culture.
Our Vision
Our vision is to create a framework for Aboriginal Employment and Cultural Heritage that will be adopted as a national standard of best practice within the Construction Industry and across Disaster Management Projects.
A2B SERVICES TEAM
Andrew Walker
Managing Director
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Andrew is a proud Yorta Yorta man. Following a successful career in the AFL for the Carlton Football Club where he became the First Indigenous player to reach the 200 game milestone in its 160 year history. He was top 5 Best And Fairest 4 times, 2011 leading Goal kicker and Life member, Andrew went on to be Carltons first Indigenous Liaison Officer, RAP advisory Board member and Development coach for 2 years post career.​
Andrew is a successful Business person in his own right as he has developed ground up businesses such as Gravity Shack Family Entertainment centre and worked as managing Director for 3 year. He is also a Director of A2B Personnel.
Melanie Micalizzi
Head of ​Operations (National)
Cultural Heritage Program Lead
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Yorta Yorta woman born and raised by the Murray River at Echuca-Moama.
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As our National Operations Manager & Cultural Heritage Lead Melanie is responsible for developing and implementing the Cultural Heritage Work flow model, Standard Operating Procedure and Induction process.
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Mel also manages the Aboriginal Participation and Training within the A2B programs, connecting Local Aboriginal people with roles on our projects.
Mat Walker
Operations Manager
Mat is a proud Yorta Yorta man who grew up in Savernake NSW on the Murray River.
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Mat moved to Melbourne in 2018 to expand his football potential by being drafted to Hawthorn Football Club since then he has played for North Melbourne VFL and now Williamstown VFL.
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During this time Mat developed his construction experience with an electrical apprenticeship through A2B. From there, Mat was approached by CEO Andrew Walker to join the team at A2B in the office as Operations Manager.
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Mat’s role in the team is to support and provide employment and opportunities to his fellow indigenous people.
Troy Imbrogno
Head of Finance
Troy holds a bachelor’s degree in commerce (finance & accounting) from Deakin university and is a fully certified CPA with over 18 years’ experience in private practice along with several corporate finance roles held internationally.
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Troy is responsible for A2B’s finance function ensuring statutory and regulatory compliance to all state and federal legislation. Troy is also responsible for providing A2B with a process driven finance department that ensures compliance and accountability for A2B’s finance and payroll functions.