Michael Grogan, State Director, Victoria, Tasmania, National Director Skills & Training, Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC)

Michael commenced as State Director, Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania in May 2016, and is based near Melbourne. Michael joined AMGC having led Sutton Tools for almost two decades as CEO. Under his leadership, Sutton Tools employed 350 workers across three locations in Victoria. In addition, he managed manufacturing facilities and operational outlets in New Zealand, Singapore and Europe. Michael launched successful joint ventures in India and the Netherlands and boosted the company’s revenue through extending its sales reach in international markets including the USA and China. In addition, Michael champions skill development and collaboration across the VET and Tertiary education sectors, and is active in training packages development.