Our Leadership Team
For over 100 years, Grays has been connecting buyers and sellers through a trusted and dynamic online marketplace. Throughout our journey, strong leadership and unwavering core values have guided us in delivering exceptional auction experiences. Our team is committed to innovation, integrity, and ensuring the best outcomes for our customers. At Grays, success starts with the people behind the platform.
Company Leaders
Gary Allen
Gary is a trusted leader with over 30 years of CEO & senior leadership experience domestically and internationally leading businesses in E-Commerce, Logistics, Airports, Shipping, Security Services, Mining, Technology and Defence industries to name a few.
Steven Donegan
Steven is a Chartered Accountant with 25 years' experience in accounting, finance, treasury & trading. Working across mining, services, manufacturing & retail in listed, private & private equity. Steven is responsible for finance & secretariat at Grays.
James Brett
James is a CTPO and author with over 25 years in tech. He has led product and engineering teams for top firms across the USA, UK, China and Australia driving innovation and productivity. At Grays James oversees the technology and product development teams.
Dean Thorpe
With a career over 40 years in retail & logistics across Australia, Asia & the US, Dean is a strategic leader driving operational innovation across global markets & delivering industry-leading solutions. Dean manages the commercial sales & marketing teams.
Lisa Malady
Lisa has 20+ years’ HR experience across financial services, retail & eCommerce. An expert in leadership & talent development, employee relations, and workplace transformation. Passionate about building high-performing teams aligned with business growth.
Josh Sanders
23+ years in the auction industry, Josh has held senior roles in Australia & Southeast Asia. He’s been involved in various large-scale industrial sales programs globally & is dedicated to helping clients find innovative sales solutions to maximise returns.
Sasha Miokovic
With 20+ years’ experience in transformation and optimising operations across e-commerce, defence, and aviation, Sasha has led large-scale operational strategies, improving efficiency and enhancing customer experience. Sasha oversees operations at Grays.
Darren Gallagher
Darren is a business transformation leader with expertise in M&A, analytics & strategy across logistics, supply chain & energy sectors. Experienced in leading teams, managing stakeholders, & implementing initiatives. He oversees transformation at Grays.
Meighan Heard
Meighan has over 20 years’ experience in governance, risk, legal & compliance in the industrial, technology & human services sectors. Committed to continuous improvement and ethical business practices, Meighan leads the compliance & risk program at Grays.