At iTrain & Consult, our strength lies in our people. We bring together seasoned professionals with decades of combined experience across law, finance, technology, leadership, and strategic transformation. Our team doesn’t just teach theory; we deliver practical, engaging learning experiences built on real-world success in Australian, international, and government settings. Discover the experts dedicated to enhancing your organisation’s capabilities and driving measurable results.
Founder | Commercial Lawyer | education consultant
Alan is the founder of iTrain & Consult. He’s a distinguished commercial lawyer with 25+ years of experience across Australia and international jurisdictions. He advises national and multinational companies on complex corporate, commercial, and international business transactions, including mergers and acquisitions.
Beyond law, Alan is a serial entrepreneur in professional services, real estate, construction building supplies, education, and FMCG industries. He built ALN Legal from a start-up law firm in Sydney to being later acquired by a national law firm, setting a benchmark for growth. He was the director of an Australian lighting company, manufacturing in China and distributing in the UAE.
As a keynote speaker and corporate trainer, Alan has delivered engaging sessions since 2017. He has developed and facilitated courses on Contract Law for Non-Lawyers, Performance Management, Business Strategy, and Corporate Management, training professionals in leading Australian, international companies and Australian government organisations.
Alan’s passion for education and legal empowerment is evident in his work with The Leadership Institute and other corporate event platforms. His ability to simplify complex legal and commercial concepts makes him a sought-after expert in corporate training and professional development.
Credentials: Bachelor of Law | Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice | Member of the Law Society of NSW
Expertise In: Commercial Contracts | Leadership | Mergers & Acquisitions | Workplace Culture | Change Management | Intellectual Property & Data Protection
Strategic Learning Designer | Education Consultant | Compliance expert
Manish is a seasoned executive and transformation specialist with over 25 years of leadership across private equity, aviation, technology, and global business transformation.
Starting his career at PwC, he has since driven large-scale restructures, post-merger integrations, and enterprise-wide turnarounds for some of the world’s most dynamic organisations. As CEO and Operating Partner at 777 Partners, he managed USD 3 billion in AUM across aviation, fintech, and travel tech, and played a pivotal role in launching Bonza, Australia’s first new airline in 15 years. At Etihad Airways, he helped scale the airline into the Middle East’s fastest-growing carrier. Nowadays, through his AI-driven private equity firm based in Brisbane, Manish partners with global firms like Amazon and Infosys to drive digital-led efficiencies. He has led over 50 business consolidations globally, delivering more than $500 million in value through AI, shared services, and strategic transformation—empowering leadership and operations teams to deliver sustainable growth.
Credentials: Bachelor of Economics | Bachelor of Commerce
Expertise In: Private Equity & Investment Strategist | Mergers & Acquisitions | Aviation & Transportation | Business Transformation & Growth Strategy | AI, Digital Innovation & Emerging Technologies
Strategic Learning Designer | Education Consultant | Compliance expert
Stefania is a strategic learning designer, compliance specialist and education consultant with over 15 years’ experience strengthening workforce capability across the corporate, education, and not-for-profit sectors.
Through her learning design consultancy firm, Stefania translates complex learning needs into measurable performance outcomes. Drawing on her background in senior management in the university sector, she brings strategic foresight and operational rigour to every project.
Specialising in leadership & management, project management, organisational transformation, and sustainable business, Stefania blends corporate learning principles with cutting-edge digital tools, including AI, LMS platforms, and design thinking. Her programs are engaging, experiential, and outcome-focused—blending storytelling, gamification, and workplace relevance to ensure practical, impactful learning. In addition, Stefania’s role on the advisory board of sustainability-focused NGO Rumundu brings real-world insight and strategic foresight to every session. She is known for her ability to simplify complexity, foster transferable skills, and future-proof teams across corporate and government settings.
Credentials: MBA | Advanced Diploma of Program Management | Diploma of Project Management | Diploma of Vocational Education and Training (TAE50116) | Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (with TAELLN411 and TAEASS502B) | Member of the Project Management Institute (PMI)
Expertise In: The Future-Ready Leader Series | Strategic Influence & Communication Series | Sustainability & Social Impact Series | Inclusive & Reflective Leadership Series | Digital Fluency & Innovation Series
accountant & tax advisor | indigenous economic Consultant | Compliance expert
Tony offers over 40 years of senior-level experience spanning taxation, public sector finance, Indigenous economic strategy, and corporate governance. Tony has led high-stakes financial investigations, administered complex corporate restructures, and provided expert consultancy to federal and state departments.
His career highlights include establishing the Indigenous Land Corporation, coordinating federal responses to Royal Commissions, and managing multimillion-dollar trusts supporting Aboriginal economic development. Currently, Tony’s on the board of ITL Health Group.
Tony’s work with mining and resource companies, especially in native title negotiations and stakeholder strategies, brings a unique depth to corporate training in Indigenous engagement and regulatory compliance.
A trusted advisor to government and industry, combining formal expertise with proven commercial acumen, Tony equips participants with practical insights into taxation, financial accountability, governance frameworks, and risk management—especially in highly regulated or politically sensitive environments. His training is ideal for executives in mining, public administration, finance, and corporate compliance roles.
Credentials: Bachelor of Accounting | Graduate Diploma in Public Law | Fellow of the National Tax Accountants’ Association | Member of the Institute of Public Accountants
Expertise In: Financial Governance for Indigenous entities | Tax Essentials and Financial Compliance | Trust Management and Accountability for Indigenous Economic Development | Native Title and Negotiation with Resource Companies | Risk Management and Fraud Prevention | Public Sector Funding for Indigenous Organisations
Digital Asset Portfolio | education consultant | compliance expert
Credentials: MBA (Executive) Wealth Management | Bachelor of Business (e-Commerce)
Expertise In: Digital Assets | Crypto Currencies | Custody, Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)
Founder / Commercial Lawyer / Keynote Speaker
Alan is the founder of iTrain & Consult. He’s a distinguished commercial lawyer with 25+ years of experience across Australia and international jurisdictions. He advises national and multinational companies on complex corporate, commercial, and international business transactions, including mergers and acquisitions.
Beyond law, Alan is a serial entrepreneur in professional services, real estate, construction building supplies, education, and FMCG industries. He built ALN Legal from a start-up law firm in Sydney to being later acquired by a national law firm, setting a benchmark for growth. He was the director of an Australian lighting company, manufacturing in China and distributing in the UAE.
As a keynote speaker and corporate trainer, Alan has delivered engaging sessions since 2017. He has developed and facilitated courses on Contract Law for Non-Lawyers, Performance Management, Business Strategy, and Corporate Management, training professionals in leading Australian, international companies and Australian government organisations.
Alan’s passion for education and legal empowerment is evident in his work with The Leadership Institute and other corporate event platforms. His ability to simplify complex legal concepts makes him a sought-after expert in corporate training and professional development.
Credentials: Bachelor of Law, Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice, Member of the Law Society of NSW
Expertise In: Commercial Contracts, Leadership, Mergers & Acquisitions, Workplace Culture, Change Management, Intellectual Property & Data Protection
