Education technology specialists

Our origins as a private college IT department sparked the journey to address the common frustration of complex educational software that didn’t meet user needs.

We have capitalised on opportunities to collaborate with educators, provide services with a strong customer focus, and deliver a suite of flexible, digital solutions that are adaptable.

Thanks to securing an angel investor in 2021, CampusQ has extended its reach to a wider audience, and continues to deliver innovative solutions that enhance the educational experience for all stakeholders.

Alan is a distinguished entrepreneur, innovator, director, and author with decades of experience in technology and education. He has held directorships in private, public, and non-profit sectors. He founded Group Colleges Australia (GCA), incorporating Universal Business School Sydney (UBSS), an Independent Higher Education provider that was among the first to implement online learning and technology systems, streamlining student services.

Alan significantly contributed to the Australian education industry as a former Board member of two peak bodies. An articulate advocate for 'entrepreneurship and the education industry,' he has shared insights in over 200 articles and numerous TV and radio interviews.

He is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management.

Alan was honoured in the Queen’s Birthday 2021 Honours List with the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) General Division, recognising his service to tertiary education and community service over several years.

As the Board Chair & Chief Executive Officer of CampusQ, Alan brings leadership and industry insights, contributing his management and technical implementation expertise to the organisation.

Gerard leverages decades of expertise in International Management, Marketing, Training, and Human Resources across the Asia Pacific. Gerard's academic foundation is complemented by Fellowships at esteemed institutions, including the Royal Geographical Society and Royal Asiatic Society in the UK.

Recognised by prestigious Australian bodies like the Australian Institute of Company Directors, the Australian Marketing Institute, and the Australian Institute of Managers and Leaders, Gerard exemplifies excellence in leadership and governance.

Gerard's illustrious career extends into senior roles in education, contributing significantly as an author in Marketing and Asia Business Skills. Honoured with a Knighthood from the Order of the Knights of Rizal in 2016, Gerard is commended for fostering strong ties between Australia and the Philippines.

With a professional ethos characterised by motivation and a consistent track record of delivering exceptional results, Gerard brings his leadership, marketing, and international experience to CampusQ.

AnneMarie is the Chief Information Officer and Board Director at CampusQ, where she is responsible for aligning technology investments with business goals and delivering efficient, high-impact IT services.

With over 20 years of experience across financial services, information technology, and environmental services, AnneMarie is recognised for her strategic vision in digital transformation, consistently driving innovation and operational excellence within complex environments.

In her role as CIO, AnneMarie develops IT strategy and oversees investment governance to ensure that technology solutions support enterprise objectives. She excels in identifying technologies and vendors suited to the organisation’s needs, ensuring solutions are both scalable and future-ready. Known for delivering effective IT services even within resource constraints, AnneMarie has established a track record of enhancing institutional resilience and supporting sustainable growth.

Combining deep industry insight with a client-centred approach, AnneMarie leads strategic technology initiatives that position the organisation as an innovative partner to educational institutions. Her commitment to advancing operational efficiency and aligning IT with business priorities underscores her dedication to leveraging technology as a catalyst for transformative success.

Emeritus Professor Greg Whateley completed a Diploma of Teaching (with majors in Music and Psychology), a Bachelor of Education (Curriculum Design and Development), a Bachelor of Music Education (with a music pedagogy focus), a Graduate Diploma in Educational Administration (with a focus on Organisational Behaviour), a Master of Education (Music) - with a focus on Assessment and Evaluation - and a Doctorate in Virtual Pedagogy – specifically related to creating a Virtual Conservatorium. Throughout his teaching career he has maintained a keen interest in how and why people learn.

Dr Whateley began his teaching career (1974 –1988) in the areas of music and arts education at both primary and secondary level. He has taught at every level of formal education (K – PhD) and has either, taught and/or researched, in four States and five Countries. During this time, he also taught at Tertiary Level in the areas of music education.

He commenced his fulltime work in the tertiary sector at the University of Tasmania in Hobart (1989-90) as a Lecturer in Music Education. He moved to Griffith University on the Gold Coast (1991-1999) as a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Music Education. He served as Head of School - Arts and during that time managed the Film and Television Music post- graduate awards at the University and the Queensland Conservatorium of Music where he also served as Deputy Dean (External Relations). He became Associate Professor and Director of the Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music (2000-2003) where he co-founded (with Professor Ian Bofinger) Australia’s first ‘Virtual Conservatorium’. He also held the position of Head of School - Arts and Manager, Business Initiatives in the Faculty of Education and Creative Arts.

He took the position of General Manager and Professorial Head of School at the Australian Institute of Music (2004 – mid 2005). He also held the position of Senior Visiting Fellow at the College of Fine Arts, University of New South Wales (2006 - 2008) and Director of Education and Quality at the National Centre for Language Training (an International Centre of Excellence at the University of New South Wales) from mid-2005 to end 2008. Greg held the position of Senior Visiting Fellow at Wesley Institute (2005- 2011) where he chaired the Academic Board and managed the Master of Music program (Arts Management strand). In 2008 Greg was appointed Principal of the Australian International Conservatorium of Music. He was also Consulting Chair of Arts Management at the Sydney Opera House in association with the Australian Institute of Music. In 2011, Greg accepted the post of Deputy Dean at UWS College, University of Western Sydney and later became Professor and Dean of The College (Western Sydney University). For seven+ years Greg was the Chair of the Academic Board at the Australian Institute of Music (AIM). Greg’s teaching areas include Teaching Pedagogy, Human Behaviour, Organisational Leadership, Organisational Behaviour, Critical Management, Qualitative Research Methodology and Music History & Form.

Greg recently retired as Deputy Vice Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer at Group Colleges Australia (2016- mid 2024). He continues researching and writing in the areas of Quality Management and eQuality. Greg retired from teaching Management and Leadership in October 2020. He is author of more than 850+ publications and advises in the areas of accreditation, quality assurance, government reporting, eLearning, mLearning and bLearning. He is currently a Member of the Editorial Board for the International Journal of Innovation, Creativity and Change; a Reviewer for the British Educational Research Journal; Chair of the Board of Directors, Australian Academy of Music and Performing Arts (Sydney); Chair of the Academic and Examination Board of Hitmaker Global Academy (Singapore); Chair of the Board of Directors of KIHE (Sydney); and Past President, Musicum20 (3013-2024). Greg is also a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management; a Fellow of the Australian College of Research; a Fellow of the Centre for Scholarship and Research; and a Fellow of the Australian Society of Authors. He is also a Member and Past President of the Musicum20 international consortium.

Emeritus Professor Greg Whateley is currently an independent consultant with the Australian Guild of Education in Melbourne and Chair of the Invigilator Plus Advisory Board.

Professor Ian Bofinger has had a diverse career in higher education, combining his background in performance (violoncello solo, chamber music and orchestral), management and blended learning education design.

Ian commenced his professional career as a Lecturer in ‘Cello at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music (Griffith University) in 1998, whilst working with the Queensland Symphony and Queensland Philharmonic Orchestras.

In 1991, Ian moved to the Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music where he ultimately became Deputy Director (2002-2005) and foundation ‘cellist of the Lyrebird Trio. During this time, he completed his Doctoral Studies where he co-founded Australia’s first ‘Virtual Conservatorium’.

In 2005, Ian relocated to Sydney to take up the position of Deputy Dean and Head, Academic Studies and Information Services at the Australian Institute of Music (AIM). The original requirements of this position at AIM were to update three of the weakest and maligned areas at the Institute – Academic Studies, Information Technology and the Library.

The opportunity to step outside of the music discipline came in early 2009 when Ian became Manager, TEL (Technology Enhanced Learning) at the University of Western Sydney College.

Later in 2009, Ian returned to the Australian Institute of Music to take up the position of Executive Dean. In these past 6 years, Ian was instrumental in the growth and development of AIM to become the largest music school in the southern hemisphere. In his time, AIM more than tripled its size, income and student numbers as well as opening a second major campus of AIM in the CBD of Melbourne at the beginning of 2014.

In 2016, Prof Bofinger came to the Australian Academy of Music and Performing Arts with a renewed focus for AMPA to become one of Australia’s premier boutique Arts Academies, where the emphasis is on the personal attention of the individual student rather than the profit margin of the company and where AMPA and the students share in their transformation to become Australia’s next generation of Music and Performing Arts professionals.

Anurag Kanwar is the Legal and Compliance manager at
Le Cordon Bleu at Le Cordon Bleu Australia, specializing in higher education governance and compliance.

With extensive experience as a Compliance and Risk Manager, lecturer, and Senior Lawyer, Anurag has a strong track record in private higher education in Australia. Recognized in the Governance Top 100 in Australia in 2022-2024, she is passionate about continuous improvement and risk management.

Anurag is a Fellow of the Australian Risk Policy institute and, Institute of Managers and Leaders. Anurag is also a member of Law Ninjas and the HR institute of Australia.

With a distinguished career spanning over 20 years in Sales and Marketing roles across the International Education, Telecommunications, and IT sectors, Will is a skilled leader renowned for driving strategic growth and building global partnerships. Equipped with a deep understanding of diverse education markets, Will has successfully led initiatives that enhance student recruitment performance across APAC, Europe, and Latam.

Prior to joining CampusQ, Will held pivotal roles in leading Australian education providers, where he consistently exceeded revenue targets and expanded market reach through innovative sales strategies. His expertise in forging alliances worldwide has been instrumental in developing new revenue streams, driving sustainable growth, and unlocking long-term profitability.

Will's focus on excellence is reflected in his successful track record of developing high-performance sales teams and implementing data-driven marketing strategies to boost education institutions' conversion rates. Driven by a passion for educational innovation and a strategic business acumen, Will is dedicated to shaping the future of education at CampusQ.