One of Australia’s most knowledgeable and reputable visa and immigration experts, Amanda leads a national team of migration agents and solicitors that help clients bring talented employees into Australia through effective visas and migration law compliance.

With more than 20 years’ experience in immigration, Amanda is a tenacious and values-driven company owner who models a consultative client service approach. She launched Visa Executive in 2005 and oversaw its evolution to a registered law firm in 2021.

Amanda began her career with the Department of Immigration at the Australian High Commission in London, then progressed to various research and consulting roles focused on business migration, immigration law, and global relocation services.

She’s a registered migration agent, has a Bachelor of Arts, and has received industry plaudits including being awarded a prestigious Migration Institute of Australia fellowship and being nominated for a Global Mobility Professional of the Year award.

Sarah is an experienced immigration lawyer accredited by the Law Institute of Victoria as a specialist in Immigration Law.  She is a dynamic problem-solver with a record of success in securing employer sponsored and global talent visas, addressing complex migration issues, and providing easy-to-follow strategy and compliance advice. With 15 years of immigration law experience in boutique and large law firms, her current focus is on corporate and general skilled migration across all industries as a Director of Visa Executive.

Sarah has excellent legal drafting skills and extensive experience handling complex immigration matters such as negotiation of labour agreements, difficult health and character cases, and requests for ministerial intervention.  She is a skilled mentor and presenter, with highly developed client service skills. She holds a Bachelor of Laws from the Australian National University and is admitted to NSW Supreme Court and High Court of Australia, registered to practice in Victoria.

A confident and common-sense approach enables William to skillfully manage immigration matters for corporate and individual clients. William’s honesty, attention-to-detail, and instinct for finding practical solutions makes it easier for clients to navigate the complex and ever-changing global migration landscape.

A Registered Migration Agent, William spent more than seven years working as a senior associate in a global law firm with day-to-day responsibility for managing immigration law cases across all visa subclasses. Since 2020, William has provided specialist immigration advice and visa application assistance as a valued member of the Visa Executive team.

His impressive background includes roles managing immigration services and providing high-level eligibility, planning, legal and compliance advice as an executive with two of the ‘big four’ global professional services firms. William has particular expertise in company sponsored, independent skilled and family migration, and a wide range of temporary residence visa categories.

With a passion for helping people realise their dream of moving to Australia, Christina has been working as a lawyer specialising in migration cases since 2017. She brought her considerable skill in handling complex skilled, business, family and humanitarian visa applications to the Visa Executive team in 2022.

Christina’s commitment to transparency means she excels at providing clients with accurate and practical advice. She has a proven career history of successful client outcomes — including appeals and ministerial advocacy — driven by her robust legal knowledge, proactive nature and ability to build strong relationships.

Christina has postgraduate qualifications in migration law, has published papers on migration matters, and is an active member of multiple professional bodies including the Law Institute of Victoria and the Asian Australian Lawyers Association. She has been admitted to the Supreme Courts of both Victoria and South Australia and the High Court of Australia.

Lisa has a wealth of experience assisting organisations and their globally mobile workforce with immigration, cross-border taxation issues, payroll considerations, and global mobility policies. With her extensive experience and genuine passion for helping people, Lisa is your go-to professional for all your migration needs.

As a skilled Registered Migration Agent and Chartered Accountant, Lisa has honed her expertise through years of working in global consulting firms and guides individuals and organisations through the complexities of Australian immigration requirements. Her unwavering commitment to staying updated on the latest industry trends and regulations ensures that her clients receive the most accurate and reliable advice.

Holding a Bachelor of Commerce, a Post Graduate Diploma in Accounting, and a Graduate Diploma in Australian Immigration law, she’s equipped with the knowledge and expertise necessary to navigate the intricacies of migration processes.

India Allender is an experienced Registered Migration Agent with over two decades of corporate immigration expertise. She has held roles in global organisations, providing strategic immigration advice to both multinational corporations and small to medium-sized enterprises. Her focus is on aligning immigration, compliance, and statutory requirements with broader business objectives.

India brings extensive experience across a wide range of visa categories, with particular expertise in employer-sponsored visa applications. She delivers end-to-end immigration support through a client-focused, detail-oriented approach.

Known for her meticulous attention to detail and strong compliance focus, India collaborates closely with government agencies and HR teams to streamline processes and proactively address potential challenges. Organisations working with India benefit from her clear communication, tailored strategies, and commitment to achieving smooth, reliable immigration outcomes.

Catherine understands the finer points of all classes of both on-shore and offshore Australian visa applications, and proactively informs and supports clients to drive business success. A key consultant on the Visa Executive team since 2014, she prides herself on staying abreast of immigration law and delivering an unfailingly professional service.

Catherine has a background in financial services, including providing advice on policy and tax considerations for multinational companies managing a global workforce as a manager at one of the ‘big four’ consulting firms. She’s helped shape the minds of future migration law specialists as a guest lecturer at Murdoch University in Western Australia.

A Registered Migration Agent and Member of the Migration Institute of Australia, Catherine also holds a Graduate Certificate in Australian Migration Law and Practice and a master’s degree in accounting.

Corinne has advanced skills in managing global immigration arising from a globe-trotting career specialising in handling migration cases as a qualified paralegal. She’s consulted on complex immigration matters for multinational companies through to individuals, in roles located in the US, Hong Kong, and Australia.

As a Registered Migration Agent and senior consultant with Visa Executive since 2008, Corinne has applied her high-level analysis, research, and document drafting capabilities to achieve successful immigration outcomes. She deftly complies with regulations, deals with consular offices, and facilitates smooth international transfers — all while offering outstanding end-to-end support for her clients.

Corinne’s extensive experience includes roles with a large investment bank in New York where she managed visas for the firm’s expatriate workforce, and multiple positions providing global immigration and regulatory advice for law firms, major professional consulting firms, and specialist relocation services firms.

A consummate business and operations professional, Gary brings strong management and marketing skills to the Visa Executive team. As General Manager, Gary capably coordinates the firm’s finance, administration and business development functions.

Degree-qualified in business, Gary’s precision in managing budgets, forecasting, invoicing, and supplier relationships is essential for ensuring Visa Executive can operate efficiently and continue to cost-effectively meet clients’ needs. His strategic focus on building the firm’s market presence allows him to showcase his commercial insight and knack for stakeholder engagement.

Prior to joining Visa Executive in 2008, Gary held various frontline and executive positions managing back-end operations and business functions in the retail industry. He masterfully managed finances, inventory and marketing for a leading fashion brand, and oversaw the delivery of several major projects to establish new systems and business models for one of Australia’s largest department stores.

Stephen has worked in the Australian immigration industry since 2007. He has extensive experience across all visa categories and specialises in employer sponsored and skilled visas.

Stephen has been responsible for managing the immigration programs of a wide variety of Australian and international organisations across all industries including Australian universities. He is committed to bringing his technical and account management experience to the benefit of his clients by providing quality strategic and business advice to find bespoke solutions to immigration challenges.

Stephen is passionate about partnering with companies to advise on the efficiency of their immigration programs, creating processes to guarantee their compliance with their sponsorship obligations and ensuring the smooth running of high-profile projects and VIP moves.

Joining Visa Executive as Chief Financial Officer, Elgy is a seasoned leader who brings over 20 years of expertise in accounting and finance to the firm. As a CPA, Elgy has an impressive career, with 16+ years in public practice, 6 years and counting in diverse industries – from property development & construction to SaaS, and now the dynamic legal sector.

Throughout her career, she has led transformative initiatives, including ERP implementations, audit management, and improvement in operational efficiency and delivering financial strategies that align with organizational goals. Elgy’s dedication to fostering sound financial stewardship ensures that Visa Executive is well-positioned to navigate the complexities of today’s immigration law landscape while delivering exceptional service to its clients.

Beyond professional accomplishments, Elgy is deeply committed to volunteering work and community service. She serves as the Executive Treasurer of a nonprofit organisation that focuses on mentoring women, leveraging its expertise and resources to empower them and drive meaningful change within their communities.

Angeline brings more than 20 years of administrative experience to our team. Throughout her career, she has held multiple positions, delivering exceptional administrative support to CEOs as well as internal and external stakeholders.

Angeline has completed a Paralegal Essential course, equipping her with specialised legal knowledge as well as advanced analytical and practical legal skills.

Angeline offers exceptional administrative support to our team, consistently transforming challenges into achievable outcomes. She collaborates on case files alongside our lawyers and migration agents while also contributing to dynamic marketing campaigns. She oversees the trust account and ensures the company’s adherence to regulations.

Angeline’s extensive past experience guarantees that the business receives timely and effective support at all times

Carmilla brings more than 25 years of professional experience across the hospitality, marketing, and communications industries to her role as Document Controller. She has become an integral part of our team, offering exceptional support to our immigration lawyers and assisting with all facets of immigration applications.

Currently completing her Paralegal Studies and holding a Bachelor of Business, Carmilla combines her academic background with real-world expertise to deliver reliable, efficient, and detail-oriented assistance.

Known for her organisation, teamwork, and flexibility, Carmilla ensures every task is completed with care and precision. She is passionate about supporting both colleagues and clients, creating a smooth and positive experience for everyone she works with.