FOUNDERS

Founder and CEO

Samuel Wood

A pioneer in fashion tech and entrepreneurship. Recognized as NSW Young Entrepreneur for Fashion & Design in 2021 and 2022, he drives Azura's growth with a visionary approach integrating advanced AI and sustainable practices

Marketing Director & Co-Founder

Bonnie Wood

Co-founder of Azura Fashion Group, focuses on circular fashion and sustainable practices. With a rich background in marketing and fashion buying, she has significantly contributed to Azura's mission of promoting environmentally responsible luxury fashion.

EXECUTIVE TEAM

Chief Operating Officer

Thu Nguyen

Entrepreneurial leader with global experience scaling brands in Fashion, FMCG, and Health & Wellness across startups to ASX/S&P 500 companies. Skilled in diverse business models and executive leadership across Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain.

Chief Technology Officer

Jonathan Jenner

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

Chief Financial Operations

Paul Langston

I’m an experienced executive with a global background, specializing in managing family assets and driving strategic growth in family office environments. I align family values with long-term vision, ensuring stability, operational excellence, and lasting legacy.

DIRECTORS

Non-executive Director

Linda Hammond

Non-executive Director

Tim Bloore

Has an extensive background in marketing and creative problem-solving. His leadership and deep interest in technology have positioned Azura as a premier player in the AI fashion tech space.

TEAM MANAGEMENT

HR and Finance Manager

Nicki Avery

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. Her expertise is demonstrated by her roles at Integrated Access and Atlanta Cheesecake Company.

Operations Manager

Mirjana Todoroska

Operations Manager with expertise in e-commerce, specializing in process optimization and team leadership. With a degree in economics focused on e-business and prior experience in the life science industry, Mirjana helps streamline operations and support business growth.

Customer Service Manager

Jao Mangacop

Has been with Azura for 5 years and has over 10 years of experience building loyal client relationships and optimizing client satisfaction. He excels in providing support for customers in the online retail industry.

Our Amazing Team

Executive Assistant

Venus Portuguez

With four years of experience as a Virtual Assistant, I specialize in administrative support, team coordination, and streamlining day-to-day operations to help ensure everything runs efficiently.

Financial Accountant

Kat Lee

With substantial experience in financial management, ensures compliance across various regions. She has been instrumental in supporting business growth and optimizing financial operations in multinational companies.

Logistics Coordinator

Melanija Todoroska

I am a detail-oriented professional, ensuring smooth operations and process optimization. I thrive in structured environments and am always eager to take on new challenges to enhance efficiency.

Customer Services Rep - Japan

Sweet Pea

Skilled in natural language understanding and generation, I provide accurate, helpful responses across various topics. Fluent in Japanese and conversational in Korean, with strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Customer Service Representative

Craig Salang

Craig is a reliable Customer Service Rep with 3+ years of e-commerce experience, known for resolving issues calmly and turning frustrated customers into loyal ones.

Customer Service Debenhams

Drazel Saddi

With more than a decade of experience in customer service roles within the telecommunications and logistics sectors, Skilled in handling high-pressure situations, resolving customer issues efficiently, and a deep understanding of customer needs

Ordering Specialist

Sujani Rajiv

Experienced in order management, eCommerce operations, and customer support—specializing in order placement, inventory, product uploads, and service excellence with a customer-first mindset.

Operational Services

Bojan Dimeski

Bojan Dimeski is a methodical, data-driven operations specialist. He manages order processing and supports logistics improvements in e-commerce. With a background in civil law, he brings strong accuracy and compliance to his work.

Data Entry

Javed Mehmood

Google Sheets and Excel Automation Expert at Azura Fashion Group, optimizing financial workflows and boosting data efficiency through smart automation solutions.

DevOps & Automation Team

Developer Operational Manager

Vidhi Raval

Agile Product Owner with 7+ years in IT, currently leading digital transformation at Azura Fashion Group. Skilled in product management, stakeholder alignment, and DevOps, I drive marketplace connectivity and secure data operations—bridging user needs with business and tech execution.

Front End Developer

Aakash Yadav

I build data-driven systems that automate tasks and solve complex problems using Python—always with a bit of humor. Still waiting for my coffee machine to learn reinforcement learning.

Back end Data Consultant

Jay Vadhaiya

Experienced in data analysis and product management, with a focus on AI/ML, automation, and business intelligence to turn business challenges into actionable solutions

Front End Data Consultant

Sankalp Shikhar

B.Tech graduate with 5 years of experience in tech support, fraud analysis, and operations in the power sector. Skilled in troubleshooting, remote support, and Java/C/C++.

Backend Developer

Umair Ansari

Seasoned software engineer with 9+ years of experience building scalable systems. Passionate about code optimization, clean architecture, and solving complex problems with future-proof solutions.