Our Leadership
Our leadership team brings deep procurement experience and long-standing industry knowledge, with each leader offering a high level of expertise to support informed, effective decision-making. Learn more about our LGP Executive Team and the Board of Directors.
LGP Executive Team
LGP’s executive team brings deep procurement experience and long-standing industry knowledge, with each leader offering a high level of expertise to support informed, effective decision-making.
CEO
Luke Kenny
Chief Executive Officer since 2016 with 25+ years procurement expertise. Leads LGP strategy across public, NFP and private sectors. Thought leader on public procurement delivering community outcomes. MCIPS-qualified, MBA, completing Juris Doctor.
Director of Procurement
Nik Auzins
Extensive procurement transformation expertise delivering $100M+ cost savings. Leads strategic sourcing, project recovery, and global systems across industries. Agile advisor for dynamic environments driving LGP outcomes.
Director of Strategic Procurement Solutions
Margret Szanto
30+ years procurement experience, 20 years with LGP leading complex projects. Sponsors sustainability pillar and RAP. Fellow of World Commerce & Contracting. Champions ethical procurement and future procurement leaders across local government.
Director of Corporate Services
Emma Murray
25+ years local government experience, joining LGP in 2006. Oversees corporate services, IT, finance, marketing, training. Company Secretary for LGP and AATE Boards. MBA and Governance Institute graduate driving organisational growth.
Director of People & Culture
Michelle Despas
25+ years aligning people strategy with business outcomes across local government, aviation, healthcare, and procurement. Strategic HR leader specialising in organisational development, psychological safety, and holistic corporate wellness.
LGP Board
LGP’s Board brings deep procurement experience and long-standing industry knowledge, with each leader offering a high level of expertise to support informed, effective decision-making.
