FOUNDERS

Founder and CEO

Samuel Wood

A pioneer in fashion technology and entrepreneurship. Recognised as the NSW Young Entrepreneur for Fashion & Design in both 2021 and 2022, he drives Azura's growth through a visionary approach that integrates advanced AI and sustainable practices.

Marketing Director & Co-Founder

Bonnie Wood

Bonnie Wood is the Co-Founder and Marketing Director of Azura Fashion Group, with a strong focus on circular fashion and sustainability. With a rich background in marketing and fashion buying, she has significantly advanced Azura's mission of promoting environmentally responsible luxury fashion.

EXECUTIVE TEAM

Chief Technology Officer

Jonathan Jenner

Jonathan Jenner is an experienced technology business leader with a demonstrated history in diverse industries. He is skilled in engineering, product management, lean methodologies, and program management.

Chief Financial Operations

Paul Langston

An experienced executive with a global background, specialising in managing family assets and driving strategic growth in family office environments. He aligns family values with long-term vision to ensure operational excellence and lasting legacy.

HR and Finance

Nicole Avery

Nicki Avery is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in business management and operations. She previously owned three Curves franchises, earning the International Franchisee of the Year award in 2006, and has held leadership roles at Integrated Access and Atlanta Cheesecake Company.

DIRECTORS

Non-executive Director

Linda Hammond

Co-founded Quay Australia and transformed it into a global eyewear brand. With over 25 years of industry expertise, she now focuses on driving success in new ventures dedicated to design, conscious production, and craftsmanship.

Non-executive Director

Tim Bloore

With an extensive background in marketing and creative problem-solving. His leadership and passion for technology have helped position Azura as a leading player in the AI fashion tech space.

TEAM MANAGEMENT

Group Accountant

Kat Lee

With substantial experience in financial management, she plays a key role in ensuring regional compliance and has contributed to business growth and financial optimisation in multinational environments.

Operations Manager

Mirjana Todoroska

Mirjana Todoroska is an Operations Manager with expertise in e-commerce, specialising in process optimisation and team leadership. With a degree in economics focused on e-business and experience in the life sciences sector, she supports streamlined operations and business growth.

Customer Service Manager

Jao Mangacop

With over 10 years of experience in customer support, and five years at Azura, he excels at building client relationships and enhancing customer satisfaction in the online retail space.

Our Amazing Team

Executive Assistant

Venus Portuguez

With four years of experience as a Virtual Assistant, she specialises in administrative support, team coordination, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

Operational Services

Bojan Dimeski

A data-driven Operations Specialist who manages order processing and supports logistics enhancements. With a background in civil law, he brings precision and regulatory insight to his role.

Logistics Coordinator

Melanija Todoroska

Known for her detail-oriented approach to operations and process optimisation, she thrives in structured environments and is committed to enhancing efficiency.

Multilingual Customer Care - Japan

Sweet Pea

A multilingual customer service specialist with 8 years of experience. Fluent in Japanese (日本語) and conversational in Korean (한국어), she excels in delivering high-quality support and building strong client relationships across markets.

Customer Service Representative

Craig Salang

A dependable Customer Service Representative with over three years of e-commerce experience. He is known for his calm problem-solving skills and ability to convert challenges into opportunities for customer loyalty.

Customer Service Debenhams

Drazel Saddi

Bringing more than a decade of experience in customer service within the telecommunications and logistics sectors, Drazel is adept at managing high-pressure situations and resolving issues effectively with a customer-first mindset.

Ordering Specialist

Sujani Rajiv

An Ordering Specialist with a strong background in order management, e-commerce operations, and customer support. She focuses on service excellence in areas like order placement, inventory, and product uploads.

Data Entry

Javed Mehmood

A Data Entry Specialist at Azura, renowned for his expertise in Google Sheets and Excel automation. He enhances financial workflows through smart automation solutions.

DevOps & Automation Team

Developer Operational Manager

Vidhi Raval

An Agile Product Owner with over 7 years of experience in IT. She leads digital transformation initiatives at Azura, aligning stakeholders and driving secure data operations and marketplace connectivity.

Front End Developer

Aakash Yadav

A Front End Developer at Azura who builds data-driven systems using Python. Known for his innovative problem-solving and a touch of humour, he is always looking for ways to automate and optimise.

Back end Data Consultant

Jay Vadhaiya

A Back End Data Consultant specialising in AI/ML, automation, and business intelligence. He transforms complex business challenges into data-driven solutions.

Front End Data Consultant

Sankalp Shikhar

A Front End Data Consultant with a B.Tech and five years of experience in tech support and operations. Skilled in troubleshooting, fraud analysis, and multiple programming languages, he supports robust technical solutions.

Backend Developer

Umair Ansari

A Backend Developer and seasoned software engineer with over 9 years of experience. He is passionate about clean architecture, code optimisation, and designing scalable, future-ready systems.