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Stuart Smith

International Sales Manager – Projects

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Stuart Smith
International Sales Manager – Projects

Stuart Smith leads BFX’s Projects team.

Stuart is a furniture projects and product specialist, and an unwavering customer advocate with more than 30 years’ experience developing furniture solutions and long-term client relationships in Australia, Asia, the UK and Europe. He has a proven track record designing, managing and delivering large scale projects, and a reputation for always ensuring a quality customer experience and successful outcome.

A longstanding member of the BFX team and an expert in education furniture, he is fully immersed in the world of learning. With his deep understanding of how to utilise furniture and finishes to achieve optimum teaching and learning outcomes, Stuart offers an exceptional level of service that meets the high standards of leading educational facilities, governments and private enterprise.
Stuart is passionate about creating spaces where children and teachers can thrive and enjoys seeing designs come to life.

Skills & Certifications

Project experience in UK, Europe, Australia & SE Asia
AutoCAD LT & SketchUp
Project experience in Education, Commercial, Hospitality, Arena & Stadium’s.
Notable projects design work include – Sydney Convention Centre and Theatre, Sheffield Arena, International School Manila, Maitland Private Hospital, Oxford University – Institute of Japanese Studies
Vast product knowledge

Glenn Townsend

National Sales Manager - Commercial

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Glenn Townsend
National Sales Manager – Commercial – Major Project

With 25 years’ experience in the commercial furniture industry, Glenn leads the BFX Commercial Team. Glenn has multi-site, national sales and project management experience in all markets including Government, Healthcare, Mining and Private Business. Coming from a trade background, Glenn has been immersed in furniture from design to installation. This drives his passion for furniture and successful outcomes for both staff and clients.

Skills & Certifications

25 years commercial furniture experience
Cabinet making and shopfitting background
Commercial seating expertise
Corporate client specialist

Owen Pescod

Senior Account Manager - International Projects

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Owen Pescod
Senior Account Manager – International Projects

With 13 years experience working across Asia, Owen brings his International experience to the highly successful projects team.

Beginning in Corporate Real Estate in Hong Kong, he has worked on School and University projects across Asia including projects in Bangkok, Hong Kong, Soul, Malaysia, Singapore and across Southern China. As an accomplished workshop leader and conference speaker, Owen enjoys immersing in the evolution of learning spaces and learning space design.

Focusing on developing North and South East Asia, he is exciting to be expanding the presence of Australia’s most successful Furniture provider across Asia.

Skills & Certifications

International project experience
Conference Speaker (AISC 2019, 21 Century Learning 2018 – 21, 21C Leadership Conference Bangkok 2018, IB Global Conference Singapore 2018)
Notable projects – ESF Island School HK, HKUST China, HK Metropolitan University, Wycombe Abbey School
Sketch up & PconPro proficient

Dean Hopkins

Senior Account Manager

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Dean Hopkins
Senior Account Manager – Major Project

Dean has over 25 years’ experience in the commercial/education interior design, fit out, and furniture industry in Australia and the UK. His technical knowledge and specialization lie in fostering collaboration with architects, designers, builders, and end users to create spaces that promote functionality, sustainability, and wellness.

Skills & Certificates

Diploma in Interior Architecture
25 Years industry experience -UK/Australia/Thailand
Commercial Design, Fit-Out, Furniture, Project Management
Autocad & Sketch-Up

Rebecca Lombardo

Senior Account Manager

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Rebecca Lombardo
Senior Account Manager

Rebecca is a design specialist and furniture solutions expert with a passion for creating functional, beautiful spaces. With a deep understanding of materials, products, and interior design, she transforms learning environments into inspiring, practical settings. Her attention to detail, commitment to service excellence, and collaborative approach ensure a smooth process from concept to completion, working closely with clients, architects, and builders to bring ideas to life.

Skills & Certifications

Bachelor of Interior Architecture Honours 1, Division 1.
3D Renders
3D floor Plan Design
Creative Colour + Design Specialist
Education Design
Bespoke Design Solutions

Royce Griffin

Senior Account Manager

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Royce Griffin
Senior Account Manager

Royce is a design and sales professional who works with schools, builders and architects to design and supply productive classrooms.

With an approachable personality and inclusive working style, Royce works closely with your schools, architects, builders, and others to realise your ideal outcomes. With over 10 years’ experience in education and commercial furniture, Royce is your furniture solution expert. His extensive knowledge of products, finishes, ergonomics, and interior design makes a powerful combination in producing beautiful learning spaces. A friendly and knowledgeable consultant you can rely on to provide excellent service.

Skills & Certifications

Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours)
Interior design and space planning expert
Extensive product and finishes knowledge
10+ years’ experience in education, commercial, healthcare, residential and custom furniture

Liesl Botha

Senior Account Manager

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Liesl Botha
Senior Account Manager

Liesl brings a unique blend of creativity, practical experience, and a passion for helping schools create inspiring learning spaces. Originally from South Africa, she has a strong background in interior design, project management, and business development, with project experience in both South Africa and Australia.

Now focused on the education sector in Queensland, Liesl combines her design knowledge with a consultative approach to help schools find the best furniture solutions for their needs. She thrives on building strong relationships, understanding her clients’ goals, and delivering spaces that are functional, engaging, and thoughtfully planned.

Liesl enjoys working collaboratively with clients, architects, and builders—believing that strong teamwork is key to achieving the best outcomes and delivering successful, well-executed projects.

Skills & Certifications

Interior design & space planning (SketchUp, AutoCAD)
Client relationship management & consultative selling
Project coordination & quoting
Diploma in Interior Design (South Africa)
Sales & business development training

Meghan Veldman

Senior Account Manager

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Meghan Veldman
Senior Account Manager

Meghan holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design, a certificate in Project Management and a Certificate IV in Leadership and Management. She has extensive experience in Hospitality, Commercial and Residential design, as well as commercial furniture and ergonomics. Meghan is a hard worker by default. She can apply logic and reasoning to solve complex problems and can find creative solutions within budget.

Meghan’s passion for furniture design, colour and ergonomics is at the forefront when consulting with customers and understanding briefs. Her extensive industry experience and project management pave the way when implementing fit-outs at all stages. Meghan’s bubbly personality and open communication style provide cohesion between customer and supplier relationships to meet all expectations.

Skills & Certifications

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Interior Design – Cum Laude
Certificate in Project Management – Cum Laude
Certificate IV in Leadership and Management
SketchUp & AutoCAD design
Commercial & residential space planning & design
Commercial furniture and ergonomics specialist

Nick Elcoate

Project & Contracts Coordinator

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Nick Elcoate
Contracts Coordinator – Project

As an integral member of the Major Projects Team, Nicks skills are utilised throughout all facets of major project sales. His involvement spans from pre-tender estimating and pre-delivery quality control to remote project management and post delivery services. With a high level of attention to detail, a background in estimating and experience in product procurement, Nicks versatile skillset is a welcomed addition to the Major Project Team. Nick is always prepared to share his time and knowledge and with his positive “can do” approach Nick has become a valuable asset to the team.

Skills & Certifications

15 years experience
Raw material knowledge & procurement specialist
Bespoke furniture design specialist
Estimating specialist

Marianne Joseph

Project Administrator

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Marianne Joseph
Administrator – Project

Marianne is professional, highly organised and has strong administration, interpersonal and communication skills.

She has over 10 years experience in finance and project management with an exceptional ability to manage multiple projects and ensure they are delivered on time and efficiently.

Marianne prides herself in developing positive relationships with all stakeholders to ensure successful contract management.

Skills & Certifications

Over 10 years experience in project management
Bachelor of Business Degree

Tristan Clementson

Project Sales Support

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Tristan Clementson
Project Sales Support

Tristan brings over 17 years’ experience in the education and commercial furniture industry. Covering various roles over his time, Tristan has a track record of working in successful, award-winning teams.

Collaborating with Senior Project Consultants, his focus is on building and maintaining client relationships whilst delivering projects through to completion. Tristan has a detail orientated, solution focused approach providing a level of service you can rely on.

Skills & Certifications

17 years commercial and education furniture experience
Fit-Out Design & Project Management
Diploma Mortgage Broking and Business Management
SketchUp

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