Case Studies

Dandenong Market

Case Study: Recruitment of Two Non-Executive Directors for Dandenong Market

The Challenge

Dandenong Market engaged Galvin-Rowley Executive to manage the recruitment of two Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) for the organisation. The appointments required specialised expertise to align with the Board’s strategic priorities and governance needs.

The first role sought a replacement for Tom Mollenkopf, the outgoing Board Member and Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee, requiring extensive experience in governance, risk, and compliance.

The second role, initiated in 2024, required a candidate with a unique combination of master planning, precinct development, asset management, and property development expertise to guide the Market’s future projects.

Our Approach

Galvin-Rowley Executive undertook tailored, targeted search assignments for both roles. The process included:

Engaging with key stakeholders to refine the brief and desired candidate profile.
Leveraging an extensive network to identify potential candidates with specific qualifications and leadership experience.
Conducting detailed interviews and assessments to ensure a cultural fit with Dandenong Market’s vision and governance structure.

The Outcome

Galvin-Rowley Executive successfully appointed two highly qualified Non-Executive Directors to the Dandenong Market Board:

Jim Cooper, a seasoned lawyer and ASX-listed Managing Director with expertise in governance, risk management, and compliance, was appointed to replace the outgoing Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee.
Daryl Stubbings, a leader with over 30 years’ experience in property and asset management, was appointed for his expertise in master planning, precinct development, and multi-stakeholder negotiations.

Both appointments aligned seamlessly with the Board’s strategic needs.

The Impact

Galvin-Rowley Executive’s strategic approach resulted in the successful placement of two highly qualified Non-Executive Directors, each bringing critical expertise to the Dandenong Market Board. These appointments ensure the Market is well-positioned to:

✔️ Meet governance requirements
✔️ Manage risk effectively
✔️ Achieve its long-term development objectives

Dandenong Market

“Galvin Rowley Executive always meet the brief, conduct thorough research, and surface outstanding candidates. It is a pleasure to work the Jen and the entire GRE team on the recruitment of our important roles.”

Donna McMaster,
Chair, Dandenong Market

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“I have worked with Jennifer and her Team for over ten years as a client and as a candidate. What sets the Galvin-Rowley Team ahead of the competition? There are three things which stand out. Firstly, Jennifer delivers outstanding customer care, keeping you informed of progress and for the candidates, timely communications which keep them engaged. Secondly Jennifer and her Team will invest in understanding the details of your organisation and what makes it tick. She will use this to craft the best advice for recruiting and she won’t be shy in providing honest feedback to you. Lastly, Jennifer and her Team have the
experience to know where to search for your candidate, increasing the probability of finding the best outcome for you.”

Jim Cooper,
Non-Executive Director and Chair of Audit & Risk Committee,
Dandenong Market

What Our Clients Say

I first met Jennifer as a candidate. Having touched most of the major search firms as a candidate for executive roles and experienced first-hand their generally low level of candidate care, I have had no hesitation in recommending Jennifer to colleagues who are searching for a new job, or in using her myself as a preferred provider when in need of HR staff.

Mike Johnson

Former HR Director, SKILLED Group

Jen has really invested in understanding our culture and what attributes to look for to ensure a seamless team-fit. In addition, her definition of quality and high-calibre is the same as ours.
That makes life so much easier, and means we are consistently forced to make tough choices at the end of a relatively short recruitment period.
What else could we ask? Highly professional, and a calmly positive influence on us all.

Russell Parker

CEO, Kikki.K
Former CEO, Hallmark International

Galvin-Rowley Executive is a boutique executive placement agency that delivers above and beyond service with integrity to its clients.
The Director, Jennifer Galvin-Rowley, takes the time to understand her clients’ needs and then searches through her amazing network of contacts to find the right people for the right jobs.
Whilst I was CEO of BeyondBlue, Jennifer and her team were a delight to work with and I wouldn’t go anywhere else if I was looking for a key executive.

Dawn O’Neil, AM

Former CEO, BeyondBlue

For nine months we’d searched in vain for a HSE Manager. This was a difficult project: candidates were scarce, our standards were high, and the role was in the country.
When Jen was referred to us, she stood above the other recruiters for three reasons: she dealt in specialist OH&S Managers; she knew how to fill rural roles; and she didn’t advertise—she searched.
Jen approached the task with imagination. Her ideas were unusual, yet so logical. She handled candidates with promptness and respect, and we swiftly found and hired a great fit. I therefore suggest you let Jen recruit your next manager.

Jim Cooper

CEO, Port of Portland

Over the past decade I have engaged Jenny on a number of occasions to source talent across a variety of roles, specifically in HR. She is excellent in her client management as well as her candidate care.
She is responsive to the more challenging assignments and creates a realistic expectation for both the client and her deliverables. Given the service she has provided each time, I have consistently sought her out as a provider and truly value the relationship.