Our People

As CEO of Intuit Technologies, Stuart Mitchell oversees the strategic and operational direction of the business, with a focus on aligning services to meet evolving client needs while ensuring internal systems and processes support both people and performance. Drawing on more than 30 years of senior leadership experience, Stuart brings a deep commitment to building high-performing cultures and delivering financially sustainable outcomes.

His leadership approach is grounded in clarity, accountability and trust. Stuart engages closely with both clients and employees to understand challenges, shape direction and lead by example. He believes the strength of any business lies in its people, and that by looking after our teams, our partners and our customers, long-term success naturally follows. A passionate and energetic leader, Stuart takes pride in being part of something that grows - in business, in life and in the people around him.

Dane Bignell is the founder and Executive Director of Intuit Technologies, responsible for establishing the vision, direction and foundation that have shaped the business for nearly three decades. From its origins in Tasmania, Dane built the company with a focus on resilience, strong partnerships and outcome-driven solutions that genuinely support clients in navigating an evolving digital world.

Dane’s leadership style is defined by clarity, consistency and long-term thinking. He has guided the company from its early entrepreneurial roots into a national technology partner, trusted by enterprise, government and industry leaders across Australia. His ability to identify real business challenges and design pragmatic, technology-enabled solutions remains at the core of Intuit Technologies’ approach today.

As Executive Director, Dane continues to support strategic initiatives, mentor emerging leaders and uphold the company’s values, ensuring that trust, performance and client focus remain embedded in everything Intuit delivers.

Pieter Kolkert (PK) is an Executive Director at Intuit Technologies, with over 30 years of experience leading technology strategy and operational delivery. Since joining the business in 2010, PK has played a central role in driving national growth, shaping business priorities and strengthening long-term client partnerships.

PK brings a strong track record in business development, commercial management and ICT transformation. His experience spans cloud strategy, infrastructure, managed services and enterprise delivery - all anchored in a deep understanding of what clients expect from a trusted technology partner.

Known for his calm, practical leadership style, PK works closely with the executive team to align business goals, remove barriers to delivery and ensure Intuit Technologies continues to meet the needs of complex, fast-moving clients.

As Chief Financial Officer, Fergus Leicester leads the financial operations of Intuit Technologies, ensuring the business remains commercially strong, scalable and aligned to growth. With more than 30 years of experience, including senior finance roles in ASX-listed organisations, Fergus brings proven expertise in strategic planning, governance and performance management.

Fergus is focused on enabling better decisions across the business. He combines structure with sharp financial insight to provide the tools, systems and information teams need to operate clearly and responsibly. His approach is practical, future-focused and built on reducing noise, managing risk and supporting confident execution.

Known for his clear thinking and measured approach, Fergus works closely with executive peers and delivery leaders to maintain momentum, safeguard sustainability and keep the business focused on what delivers real value for both clients and the company.

Sam Cottam is Head of People & Culture at Intuit Technologies, where she leads the design of people systems that scale, leadership programs that last, and culture strategies that stick. Her role is focused on creating a values-aligned workplace that enables teams to perform at their best, with fewer barriers and greater clarity.

With more than two decades of experience in HR across transport, retail and growth-focused industries, Sam brings both operational rigour and strategic oversight to how people practices are embedded across the business. She’s known for being practical, forward-thinking and quietly relentless in her focus on outcomes that matter for individuals, leaders and the business overall.

Sam’s approach is always grounded in clarity, connection and capability, making sure people have what they need to contribute meaningfully, grow confidently and stay aligned to where the business is heading.

Brendon Jessup is one of the Senior Executives leading the Microsoft Cloud and Business Solutions Practice at Intuit Technologies, where he co-drives national growth across Modern Work, Cloud Infrastructure, Business Applications, Data, AI and Automation. With over 20 years of experience across enterprise, government and not-for-profit sectors, he brings deep technical capability, strategic insight and a strong focus on delivering measurable outcomes.

As a Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Brendon combines deep technical knowledge with practical solution design to solve complex business challenges. His consultative approach ensures that Microsoft technologies are applied in a way that is relevant, strategic and outcome driven. Under his leadership, initiatives like the myServiceTas Portal have moved from concept to statewide impact, delivering streamlined digital access for citizens and enabling meaningful transformation across government services.

Brendon’s strength lies in making the complex simple. He works closely with clients to ensure technology strategy aligns to business goals and is known for building long-term relationships based on trust, clarity and consistency.

Jose Gasset co-leads the Microsoft Cloud and Business Solutions Practice at Intuit Technologies, with a focus on software development, data integration, automation and practical AI adoption. His work enables clients to unlock meaningful transformation through cloud technologies, improving operational efficiency, reducing manual processes and driving better decision-making through smart, scalable solutions.

With a background that combines deep technical capability and entrepreneurial experience, Jose understands what it takes to move the dial for businesses of all sizes. He has founded multiple start-ups and worked with organisations across the spectrum, from early-stage innovators to large-scale enterprises. That perspective informs his business-first approach, always focused on real-world outcomes, not technology for its own sake.

Known for being decisive, collaborative and commercially sharp, Jose brings clarity to complexity. He is driven by outcomes, grounded in practical systems thinking and committed to delivering solutions that make a lasting impact.

Heath Roberts serves as the Senior Executive leading Intuit Technologies' Consultancy and Advisory Practice across Australia. With over two decades of global experience, he has worked extensively across the UK, South-East Asia and Australia, delivering strategic expertise in business transformation, technology strategy and organisational improvement.

Heath has partnered with a diverse range of clients across sectors, developing tailored solutions including technology roadmaps, IT and business strategy, implementation planning, investment and business cases, process optimisation and end-to-end program and project delivery. His broad industry knowledge and results-driven approach continue to support organisations in achieving sustainable growth and operational excellence.

Ben Purtell graduated with a Bachelor of Information Systems from the University of Tasmania – a qualification that combined business thinking with technical foundations and set the tone for his approach to client work.

He didn’t start out in tech delivery. He came from a commercial background, with experience in sales and enterprise account management – and brought that mindset into Intuit Technologies nearly a decade ago. What’s kept him here isn’t just the work – it’s the way the business backs people who care about clients and do things the right way.

Over nine years, Ben has shifted from account management into strategic client partnership. His approach is simple: keep it real, keep it consistent, and always bring value.

“The shift for me has been about listening more, adding value earlier, and staying focused on what matters to each client,” he says. “I’ve had the freedom here to grow with the role.”

That growth has been supported at every step. Intuit Technologies gave Ben the space to shape how he works, bring in experts early, and build long-standing relationships – particularly across the aged care and not-for-profit sectors. Through partnerships like Telstra, he’s helped clients uplift their cyber maturity, move to Microsoft cloud, and access outcomes they didn’t think were possible within their budgets.

It’s not about chasing every deal. It’s about delivering consistently and keeping trust strong.

“In Tasmania, relationships are everything,” Ben says. “Clients know when you’re genuine. If you’ve got their back, they’ll stick with you – and that’s where the real outcomes come from.”

At Intuit Technologies, Ben found a place where delivery matters more than noise – and where trusted people are given the room to lead, adapt, and stay the course.

Ben’s story is proof that when you bring consistency, values and commercial insight – and you’re backed by a business that knows what good looks like – you can build something that lasts.

When Hussain Haider joined Intuit Technologies, it wasn’t with a title or a plan – it was with a mindset. He came through the service desk, eager to learn, focused on cybersecurity, and prepared to do the work.

What happened next speaks to what Intuit Technologies makes possible when the right person steps into the right environment.

From day one, Hussain made it clear where he wanted to go. We didn’t just give him a roadmap – we gave him a platform. Through structured mentorship, employer-supported study hours, and hands-on exposure to real client environments, Hussain steadily built the capability needed to step into the Security-as-a-Service team when it launched.

He didn’t skip steps. He worked through the fundamentals. Built client trust. Completed Microsoft certifications in his own time. Asked questions. Stuck with it.

That mix of support and personal drive made the difference. Hussain had leaders who listened, space to stretch his skills, and time to invest in what mattered to him. And he used it well.

Today, he’s a trusted Cyber Security Analyst – supporting national clients across threat detection, incident response, and managed security services.

Hussain didn’t come in as a cyber analyst. He became one here. His story reflects what we stand for as a business – real progression, backed by trust, and shaped by shared commitment.

Helena Bird walked into Intuit Technologies over a decade ago as a receptionist. No tech background, no clear pathway – just a strong work ethic and a determination to make herself useful.

What followed wasn’t luck. It was persistence. Helena took every opportunity to learn the business from the inside out. She asked questions. She listened. She figured out how things worked – and how they could work better. Over time, she moved through coordination roles, stepped into service delivery, and ultimately built and now leads the national customer success function.

“I’ve never been handed anything. Every step forward, I’ve had to earn,” Helena says. “But that’s what makes it meaningful. If you’re willing to show up and do the work, this business will back you.”

Today, Helena leads with clarity and grit. She oversees the full client experience, owns major partner relationships, and brings sharp commercial thinking to everything from operational performance to escalation management. Her deep understanding of service delivery – and her ability to make complexity simple – is a key reason clients stay. When she reflects on her journey, she doesn’t downplay where it started.

“I started on reception. That’s where I learned how this business runs. It taught me how to listen, how to lead under pressure, and how to take ownership. And it showed me what was possible.”

At Intuit Technologies, Helena has carved out a leadership role built on trust, delivery, and staying power. Her path isn’t just a great story – it’s a blueprint for what’s possible.

“You don’t need to come from a technical background. You need drive, resilience, and a willingness to learn. That’s how I got here – and that’s what’s possible at Intuit Technologies.”

Shanna Hurd joined Intuit Technologies through the TasTAFE and ACS Women in ICT Pathways Program. Fresh out of her Certificate III, she came in quietly confident – focused, curious, and ready to learn.

From the start, she made her goal clear: she wanted to work in networking, and she was willing to take the right steps to get there. Her first role was in triage – the front line of support, where every client issue is logged, prioritised, and routed. It’s a fast-paced, foundational space that gave Shanna early insight into how our clients work, what matters to them, and how to stay calm under pressure.

Knowing she needed real experience before progressing further, Shanna applied for a Service Desk Analyst role. She interviewed alongside other candidates and earned the position on merit. In this role, she became known for her reliability, outcomes, and willingness to mentor others. She also helped improve how we documented and shared solutions internally.

As her technical skills deepened, Shanna kept her focus on networking. With advice and support from across the business, she applied for a junior role in the Network Operations Team – and was successful. She spent the next year studying, growing and earning trust. Eventually, she progressed to Network Engineer – now working across BAU support, infrastructure, and high-priority incidents as part of the Managed Services practice.

Every step was deliberate. Every step was earned. And at each point, she was backed by leaders who saw her potential and gave her space to grow.

Today, Shanna is known not just for her capability, but for her consistency. She’s the one people call when it matters.

Shanna didn’t just find a job in tech – she built a career in an environment that recognised her ambition, respected her process, and supported each chapter along the way.