AB Ortho

Andrew Binns

DEK — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:00:58 +0000

Andrew has been involved in the orthodontic materials industry since 1979. Originally from the banking and finance industry, Andrew became involved in orthodontics when he teamed up with his uncle who had just opened a dental supplies company in Sydney. He took over the helm in 1980 when the head office moved to Melbourne. His business philosophy revolves around delivering high levels of service, and having fun. He is a competitive sailor in the Couta Boat class.

Xiao Ju (Michelle) Zhang

DEK — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:57:29 +0000

Xiao Ju left her previous role as a paraplanner in the financial planning industry and eventually found herself taking over as Mr. Binns’ P.A in March 2010. She is ABO’s resident personal development expert, supplier of beef jerkey and also loves dodgeball.

Derek Smith

DEK — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 22:50:28 +0000

Derek comes from a background diverse in both sales and operations, he will play an integral role in leading ABO through it’s next growth phase. Health and fitness are Derek’s passion, as a qualified personal trainer he helps others to reach their personal fitness goals and as an avid motorcyclist can often be found exploring one of our many beautiful wilderness areas on two wheels.

Matthew Grant

DEK — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:00:38 +0000

Matt has been a valued team member since June 2005, when he came to ABO from the pharmaceuticals industry. He has enormous reserves of energy and has been known to be in more than one place at the same time. He was a swimming champion in a previous life but now enjoys surfing, snowboarding and motorcross.
Matthew is instrumental in new market and product development at ABO.

Denise Huy

DEK — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 15:00:03 +0000

Denise is ABO’s longest-serving team member with more than 35 years’ experience in accounts and administration and is therefore the administrative backbone of the company. She wishes she had an enviable golf handicap and one day hopes to become a fanatic, following the Aussie cricket team around the globe.

Lawrence Ku

DEK — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 16:00:04 +0000

Lawrence has worked across a variety of industries in the area of supply chain management, joining ABO in October 2011 Lawrence has been successful in assisting us to improve the links between our customers and our suppliers. Lawrence enjoys being physically active and loves playing both soccer and tennis, he is a fan of January in Melbourne believing it’s the best month to enjoy our wonderful city and the Australian Open Tennis.

Tiffany Butler

DEK — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 14:00:49 +0000

Tiffany originally joined ABO in May 2007 and, after a year spent travelling around the world, returned to the company. She now manages the Victorian and Tasmanian territories. Another convert to cycling, she is a devoted Demons fan and a force to be reckoned with in Supercoach.

Darryl Van Leerdam

DEK — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 05:23:20 +0000

Beginning his career as a secondary school Science teacher, Darryl has since transitioned through roles specifically focussed on training and professional development, eventually finding his way into sales. Joining ABO in the latter half of 2011 he brings to the role maturity and a desire to learn. He is an avid sports fan, however, prefers to watch from the comfort of his lounge room. In his spare time he likes to rock out on the bass with his band of brothers.

Rachel McLees

DEK — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:06:47 +0000

Originally from Myrtleford, Rachel joined the ABO team in April 2011, having returned to Victoria after working as an orthodontic nurse in Townsville. She also spent several years working with a general dentist and has completed her Certificate III in Dental Assisting. She loves the outdoors, especially snowboarding and bike riding, but wouldn’t complain about spending a good few hours shopping either!

Nicolle King

DEK — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:05:05 +0000

Joining ABO in April 2011, Nicolle has spent the last few years working as head nurse at a large orthodontic practice in Frankston. Here she had the opportunity to attend national orthodontic conferences as well as completing her Certificate III in Dental Assisting. While her time on the Peninsula confirmed her love of the beach, she’s now embracing a more urban lifestyle which allows her to continue exploring Melbourne’s best restaurants and grow her addiction to great coffee and chocolate.