Headquarters:

Buderim

Year founded:

1979

Number of employees:

250

Phone:

07 5477 3444

Email:

ilc@immanuel.qld.edu.au

Website:

immanuel.qld.edu.au

LinkedIn:

au.linkedin.com/school/immanuellutherancollegebuderim

“We prioritise embracing cutting-edge technologies, creative problem solving and continuous improvement to enhance our premium funding solutions and provide exceptional value to our clients”

Eloise Beveridge

Principal

Kylie Lamb

Head of Business Operations

Nick Cheyne

Head of Secondary School

Leadership

Eloise Beveridge is a values-driven leader who is passionate about creating a school community where every student feels empowered, accepted and deeply known. With 25 years of experience in Lutheran education across three states, she leads with compassion, clarity and grace. Beveridge is committed to nurturing a culture where faith, care and inclusivity are lived out each day. Whether she is leading teams, supporting families or walking alongside students, she meets people where they are. For Beveridge, education is more than a profession; it is a calling grounded in love, service and purpose.

Principal

Eloise Beveridge

Kylie Lamb joined Immanuel in 2023 and plays a key role in strengthening the college’s financial sustainability, overseeing operations and supporting long-term strategic planning. She brings deep experience from the Queensland local government sector, most recently as director of organisational services at Mackay Regional Council. Lamb holds a Bachelor of Business (Accounting), is a Certified Practising Accountant and a qualified Justice of the Peace. She is also an active member of CPA Australia and the Association of School Business Administrators and is passionate about building strong, future-focused schools.

Head of Business Operations

Kylie Lamb

Nick Cheyne leads Immanuel’s Secondary School with a clear purpose: to make school engaging, meaningful and full of possibility. With experience as a teacher, head of department and school leader, he is passionate about building strong teams, fostering a culture of professional pride and helping students think big and grow with confidence. He values authentic relationships and believes in the power of education to shape lives. Grounded in his Christian faith, Cheyne works closely with staff and students to create a place where people feel inspired, supported and proud of who they are becoming.

Head of Secondary School

Nick Cheyne

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Jodi Hayat

Head of Primary School

Jodie Hayat leads Immanuel’s Primary School with warmth, experience and a deep belief in the importance of childhood. With over 20 years in education, she is passionate about helping every child feel seen, safe and supported to grow with confidence. Hayat holds a Bachelor of Education and a Master of Learning Innovation and brings a thoughtful, future-focused approach to learning and leadership. She also chairs the Immanuel Early Learning Centre Advisory Committee, working closely with families and educators to build strong, positive foundations that support each child’s learning journey.

Head of Primary School

Jodi Hayat

Rob Fuller

Head of School (10-12)

Rob Fuller commenced as head of school (Years 10–12) in 2024. He joined Kingswood College from Ivanhoe Girls’ Grammar School, where he was director of curriculum. He is a passionate teacher of politics, history and English and has held roles such as year level coordinator and curriculum leader across the middle and senior years. He is deeply committed to supporting students through their VCE journey and enhancing teacher practice. At Kingswood, Fuller has introduced improved subject selection processes, reimagined the Student Representative Council and strengthened student-centred initiatives that promote resilience, character and meaningful real-world learning experiences.

Head of School (10-12)

Rob Fuller

Stevens & Associates Lawyers is a leading and trusted employment law firm based in Sydney known for delivering high-quality legal expertise in the area of employment law and industrial relations across Australia, alongside a proven track record of effectively and swiftly resolving a variety of workplace law issues. In the past year, the firm’s growth has been notable. It has: • experienced a 213% growth in the number of client matters, increasing from 149 client matters in the 2022 financial year to 390 client matters in the 2023 financial year • improved its online visibility, leading to over 50 online enquiries each month and a conversion rate of client leads of up to 40% • significantly expanded the breadth and type of matters that it advises on day to day, which has increased the firm’s skillsets, diversity and resilience • expanded its community outreach by collaborating with local Sydney venues for client seminars and continuing active participation in a Sydney small/family business group Stevens & Associates Lawyers has adapted to digital trends by implementing an effective strategy with SEO and web design, resulting in a structural shift that has seen increased representation of employees where the firm previously mainly advised employers. The firm’s recognition as a “Fast Firm” attests to its momentum in the employment law space.

“IQumulate is on a technology journey, and we’re just getting started”

Wayne Tower, IQumulate Premium Funding

Tina Flyger

Head of People and Culture

Matthew Westwood-Hill

Chief Information Security Officer

Kathy Pallasis

Manager, Human Resources

Pam Chhabra

Manager – Residential Strata

Tina Flyger commenced as head of people and culture in 2024. With over 15 years of human resources experience, she believes people are the cornerstone of any organisation. She takes a collaborative approach, working closely with executives, managers and teams to shape and deliver effective strategy. She is a dynamic, approachable and highly experienced people and culture leader, with a background spanning both schools and industry. Flyger’s expertise is key to nurturing staff and students, strengthening relationships, and fostering a positive, forward-looking culture that supports the continued growth and success of the Kingswood College community.

Head of People and Culture

Tina Flyger

Matthew Westwood-Hill is a seasoned cyber security leader with over 20 years’ experience in digital forensics, incident response and information security. He has led teams at SBS, CyberCX, and Ernst & Young, managing major incidents and aligning security strategies with business goals. Westwood-Hill is known for his innovative, risk-reducing solutions and clear communication with executives and regulators. He drives awareness, compliance and resilience through training, policy and strategic planning. A frequent speaker and media contributor, he holds advanced qualifications in cyber security and digital forensics and is a recognised expert witness committed to continuous learning and emerging threat readiness.

Chief Information Security Officer

Matthew Westwood-Hill

Kathy Pallasis, manager, human resources at Frontier Software, leads HR strategy and operations from Melbourne. She oversees policy development, employee relations, and internal communications, working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams. Pallasis is known for her clear, responsive communication and collaborative approach. She manages employee records, supports strategic planning and coordinates workplace logistics. With experience in enterprise software, payroll systems and governance, Pallasis is a trusted resource for internal stakeholders. She holds a humanities degree, is a member of AHRI, and actively contributes to continuous improvement and inclusive workplace practices through policy and operational leadership.

Manager, Human Resources

Kathy Pallasis

Stephen McMillan first entered the financial services Industry when he joined GE Capital as a finance analyst in 2008, from which he progressed through roles working both onshore and offshore. From there, he moved into Pacific Premium Funding as a financial planning and analysis leader in 2012 and was a key resource in the evolution of the business, first with the successful sale to Macquarie Pacific Funding and then the following progression into IQumulate Premium Funding, where he is now the commercial manager. As commercial manager, McMillan leads a team that is responsible for commercial analysis and business support, identifying and reporting improvement initiatives, and the securitization and treasury functions of the business.

Commercial Manager

Stephen McMillan

One culmination of these efforts has been the real-world, needs-based IQEdge solution. A one-stop online quoting tool designed for both the Australian and New Zealand markets, IQEdge delivers quotes in under 60 seconds. Plus, the solution offers quote comparison and quote versioning capabilities, enabling users to review vital historical and financial data in a single page view. IQEdge can streamline and automate application processing, underwriting document verification and payment collection, cutting the need for manual labour and minimising processing errors. A digital “self-service” platform, IQEdge, reduces the need for customer and administrative support. Meanwhile, borrowers can access their accounts, make payments and manage their policies independently and through sales and support teams, which are always available for further assistance. “We’ve created a quality platform that simplifies the quoting process yet amplifies the customer experience,” says Gordon. “It’s a real game changer.” IQumulate offers an online digital quoting tool to clients. The best-in-market solution enables IQumulate to tailor funding offerings to brokers that align with their prefered distribution channel.

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What does IQumulate have in mind for the future? “IQumulate is on a technology journey, and we’re just getting started,” says Wayne Tower, CEO. “Through continuous engagement with our clients, partners, marketplace and industry, we will listen to the needs as they arise and position our business to be agile and respond to changes as they occur. “Faster decision-making innovations such as AI-powered decision support systems can expedite the underwriting and approval process, leading to quicker responses to clients. This can improve client satisfaction and potentially attract more business, creating a competitive advantage with the potential to allow IQumulate to command premium pricing or capture a larger market share. “As forward-thinkers with a digital and ‘do it better’ mindset, we collectively and proactively look to learn and improve on our customer experience for our clients, paving the way for successful business outcomes for our clients and our business in the coming years ahead. “We’re excited for the future and look forward to what’s on the horizon.”

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Ivan Verescuk

Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director

Shaun O’Brien

Head of Underwriting

Emily Walker

Head of Strata and Development

Rex Oakman

Head of Operations and Risk

Sandy Newton

Head of Underwriting

Andrew Mitchell

Manager – NSW

Michael Prokopis

Manager – Southern Region

Pam Chhabra

Manager – Residential Strata

Jeffrey Valdivia

Manager – Commercial Strata

Adam Basaldella

Manager – Claims

Immanuel Lutheran College is a school where people matter and every student is known by name. The college has built a culture in which strong relationships and bold ideas sit side by side, grounded in the belief that when students feel safe, supported and appropriately challenged, they can do extraordinary things. This ethos shapes not only how students learn but also how the entire community works together. At Immanuel, innovation is a core part of teaching and learning. From Primary through to Year 12, students engage with technologies such as: drones VR 3D design Robotics spatial computing The college’s dual-device model and purpose-built Innovation Hub give learners the flexibility and space to create, collaborate and problem-solve in authentic contexts, and at peak times has over 150 students in the space. Leadership has been central to this progress, combining innovation with strong relationships and pastoral care. Principal Eloise Beveridge keeps student wellbeing, academic rigour and values at the centre of every decision, empowering staff to be creative and confident. Director of innovation and technology, Austin Telford, has driven the systems and infrastructure that make Immanuel’s ambition practical. Under his guidance, the college has built Immanuel Intelligence – a private, in-house AI platform designed specifically for the school. Developed as a strategic priority, the platform gives staff a secure, centralised tool that can automate administrative tasks, generate learning insights and help identify students who may need support. It can structure documents, build tables and streamline workflows. Data collation jobs that once took days can now be completed in under a minute, freeing teachers and operational staff to focus on what matters most: connecting with students and improving learning. Rather than replacing relationships, AI is used to protect and deepen them by reducing noise and repetition in staff workloads. Behind the scenes, innovation at Immanuel is highly collaborative. The technology and innovation team leads many initiatives, but staff from across the college are encouraged to share ideas, trial new approaches and give feedback. Some projects begin as small pilots and grow; others, like Immanuel Intelligence, are developed in-house in response to clearly identified needs. External expertise is brought in where it adds value, as seen in work with Paul Hamilton on early coding and robotics in primary years. Importantly, the college also recognises the power of innovating in school operations, using technology to support HR, administration and curriculum support teams in ways that are often overlooked in the sector. For families, students and future staff, Immanuel offers warmth, clarity and purpose. The campus feels safe, welcoming and alive with possibility, underpinned by a commitment to professional learning, staff wellbeing and student voice. In the future, the college plans to: further develop Immanuel Intelligence deepen student involvement in co-designing digital solutions and ethical technology use At Immanuel Lutheran College, innovation is not a trend – it is an intentional, human-centred way of preparing young people for what lies ahead of them.

IQumulate invests in education and people, which are vital to attracting new business and talent to the company. “We have long tenures for several of our key staff, including some in leadership positions, and this sound working knowledge of our business, practices and industry provides great insights and a wealth of experience to offer our clients,” says Bastow. “Our new head of sales, Graeme Gordon, formerly manager for New Zealand, joins us in Australia to drive our sales strategy and lead our team to successful outcomes for our clients and our business. We look forward to great things ahead with Graeme as he continues to be active and present in the New Zealand market as well as building sound working relationships and new connections in Australia.” Clients can also expect a lot from working with IQumulate. “Through active engagement with our trusted broker network, IQumulate provides relevant information, education and training content,” says Graeme Gordon, head of sales. “Our clients can expect IQumulate to support their business in several ways, providing an understanding of what premium funding solutions are available and how IQumulate can spread the cost of insurance and help borrowers get the right level of insurance cover to free up their cash flow for other expenses or business growth opportunities. Premium funding is often considered a tool for those who simply cannot afford to pay their premiums in full. While this is certainly a significant driver for many, it is also successfully used by profitable companies who use premium funding to manage their cash flows more wisely or better manage their liquidity.”

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Learning is at the heart of the Kingswood experience. The school’s comprehensive Careers Program plays a vital role in supporting students’ personal growth and guiding them through their educational journey and beyond. Kingswood College is committed to developing confident, courageous and resilient individuals who are well-prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world. A rich co-curricular offering including sport, the arts, clubs and innovative experiences encourages students to discover and pursue their passions. Set on a picturesque 20-acre campus that blends heritage architecture with modern facilities, Kingswood College is a vibrant, rigorous learning environment. Its passionate staff and active alumni community are a testament to the school’s enduring legacy and ongoing commitment to excellence.