Our Team Make the Difference
Your Shipping – Our Passion
Gava Australia Team
Alex Colombini
Founder & Managing Director
30 + Years in Freight Forwarding
Alex is the Owner and Founder of Gava Australia. He has more than 30 years experience in freight forwarding and logistics, as the Managing Director of our company. Amongst his extensive qualifications, Alex has a PhD in Economics obtained from the University of Rome, Italy. He is also an ex-Navy Officer, having graduated and served from the Naval Academy of Livorno, Italy. Alex had a vision when he came to Australia back in 1982, which is what Gava Australia has become today. His goal is to be true to our mission statement.
Matteo Crippa
General Manager
30 + Years in Freight Forwarding
Matteo is the General Manager of the company, with more than 30 years of experience in the industry. For more than 20 years with Gava, he has built up our team and company culture. The best qualities of Matteo are his loyalty, his technical knowledge of every operational aspect of freight forwarding, and his people skills, helping him understand and manage every member of the team.
Roberto Di Chiara
Sales & Marketing Manager
20+ Years in Freight Forwarding
Roberto is the driving force of our company’s Commercial Team, as our Marketing & Sales Manager. With experience exceeding more than 20 years in freight forwarding, Roberto is well known for his passion, dedication to our clients, and proactive ability to find solutions to their needs. Roberto is a valued asset to our company for his experience and tenacity in developing his work.
Diane Storey
Administration & Accounting
20+ Years in Freight Forwarding
Diane has led our administration and accounting department for 20 years, having more than 30 years of experience in this field. Diane is professional and always available to provide her support to everyone. Her loyalty and commitment to the cause are her best attributes and qualities our company counts on.
Liz Dobson
Customer Service Leader
30+ Years in Freight Forwarding
Liz (Bettina) is our valued Customer Service leader, having worked at Gava for more than 10 years. She has extensive knowledge of the freight forwarding industry with more than 30 years experience. She’s qualified across various positions, including customs compiler and office administrator. Liz is very loyal and is always available to assist our clients and our Gava Team.
James Robinson
Operations
6 Years in Freight Forwarding
James is a valued member of our Operations Team. He has more than 10 years working experience, and amongst his qualifications, he has a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Sciences from Bond University. James is known to be a very reliable, honest and dedicated person. His commitment to excellence and collaborative approach makes him an integral part of the team.
José Regis
Operations
30+ Years in Freight Forwarding
José is a valued member of our Operations Team with over 30 years of industry experience. His extensive knowledge and expertise are key assets to the company, providing our clients with reliable solutions and strategic insight. José’s experience and dedication make him an essential part of the Gava Team.
Vesna Saric
Operations
25+ Years in Freight Forwarding
Vesna is a valued member of our Operations Team with over 25 years of industry experience and a background in office administration. Known for her calm and composed demeanor, she handles challenges with clarity, solving complications quickly and efficiently. Vesna’s professionalism, problem-solving skills, and ability to remain level-headed under pressure make her an essential part of our team, contributing greatly to the smooth operation of our processes.
Paul Dixon
Customs Broker
18 Years in Freight Forwarding
Paul is our Licenced Customs Broker with more than 15 years of experience. He has obtained Australian Quarantine Accreditation, which allows him to offer consultancy regarding Customs Tariffs, Valuation, and Legislation’s advice. Paul is a very professional and honest person. He is an important and valued figure in our organisation.
Alessandra Colombini
Marketing and Sales Executive
3 Years in Freight Forwarding
Alessandra is a key member of the Commercial Team in Marketing and the Accounting Sector. Holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Business from Bond University, she brings over 3 years of industry experience. In addition to her professional expertise, Alessandra is a former elite athlete who represented Australia and won two gold medals in Marathon Swimming. Her strong work ethic and dedication make her an invaluable and integral part of the Gava Australia Team.
Lydia Simpson
Operations
20+ Years in Freight Forwarding
Lydia is a valued member of our Operations Team and has over 20 years of experience in the industry. She is a very happy and diligent person who brings distinct qualities and a great spirit to the team. Working with Lydia is a pleasure, as she contributes greatly to the Gava Team Spirit.
Kenneth Cummins
Operations
3 Years in Freight Forwarding
Kenneth is a valued member of our Operations Team and has 3 years of experience in the industry. The knowledge and know-how Kenneth offers in both Imports and Exports are benefits that our clients rely on. Kenneth is a very happy, hard-working, and motivated person who brings positivity and a host of dynamic qualities to the Gava Team.
Lina Romanella
Customer Service and Operations
20+ Years in Freight Forwarding
Lina is our newest member of the Customer Service and Operations Team. With over 20 years of industry experience, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our team. Known for her positive attitude and unwavering commitment to excellence, Lina’s energy and dedication make her an invaluable addition to Gava. Her collaborative spirit and strong work ethic help foster the vibrant team culture we are proud of.
Gava Worldwide Team
Key members of Gava Group Worldwide, that have contributed to the development of Gava Australia.
Pino Gazzetta
President Gava Group
Fabio Vannucci
CEO Gava Group
Mario Hummel
Director Gava Los Angeles & Gava Australia
Giovanni Valente
Managing Director Gava Los Angeles
Simona Gazzetta
COO Gava Group
Edoardo Vannucci
Commercial Director Gava Group
Carlo De Vecchi
CFO Gava Group
Laura Vannucci
Commercial Director – Gava Milano
Forever in our hearts
Filippo Barile
Founder Air Freight Department – Gava Milano
Glen Procopio
Branch Manager – Gava Genoa
Alessandra Licari
Sea Operations – Gava Genoa
Marco Zito
Oceania Team Leader – Gava Genoa
Claudia Pieropan
Commercial Division – Gava Milano
Gabriele Albano
Commercial Division – Gava Milano
Marco Mosconi
Air Operations – Gava Milano
Ciro Lubrano
Sea Warehouse Manager – Gava Milano
Luca Anelli
Air Operations – Gava Milano
Mario Lubrano
Air Warehouse Manager – Gava Milano