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New appointment to drive Australasian Leisure Management’s growth

New appointment to drive Australasian Leisure Management’s growth
July 12, 2024

Australasian Leisure Management has announced the appointment of Declan Gillard-Martin as SPASA Brand Manager, a role in which he will drive the growth of Australasian Leisure Management and SPLASH!

Adelaide-based Gillard-Martin comes with a solid industry background, holding a number of roles across the commercial and community aquatics industry - most recently with Royal Life Saving Society - South Australia, as General Manager Operations, and as Chief Executive of public safety-focused organisation, Quack Group.

A volunteer Surf Lifesaver, with a working career in local government, for facility manager BlueFit and the SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre, Gillard-Martin also spent years as a high-performance swimmer and triathlete.

SPASA Group Chief Executive, Lindsay McGrath noted “we are excited to bring new energy and a fresh face to the brands and we are looking forward to adding additional value to the entire industry.”

Looking forward to his new role, Gillard-Martin advised "it’s an absolute pleasure to be joining Australasian Leisure Management and SPLASH!”

“Both brands are exceptional. I look forward to contributing to their evolution.”

He can be contacted on 0404 725 554, E: declan@spasa.com.au

Image: Declan Gillard-Martin.

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