Meet the team
Sam Wright
General Manager
Sam first started with DGM in March, 1998 and after a stint overseas came back to DGM as the General Manager in 2011. Sam brings a wealth of knowledge to the DGM team.
Ethan Stewart
Business Manager - Training and bio-bottle
Ethan has been with the company since 2008 – his wealth of knowledge and experience in the industry means he can assist all clients, whatever their goals.
Ryan Watson
Business Manager - Operations
Having gained significant knowledge and experience since joining the team in 2014, Ryan has recently been promoed to Business Manager – Operations.
Touzelle Batkin
DGM Trainer
Touzelle facilitates a variety of courses including the DGH course, IMDG course, IATA Dangerous Goods course, Infectious Substances course and RACA course.
Russell Hay
DGM Trainer
You’ll see Russell in the classroom more than in the office, but he knows the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations like the back of his hand. Read more about Russell here.
Shelly Giesen
DGM Trainer
Shelly’s interest with dangerous goods started back at the New Zealand Defence Force. She’s currently in transition to becoming a full time trainer.
Barbara Howarth
Training Administrator
Barbara joined DGM mid-2017 and quickly became an invaluable part of the Training department. If you’re interested in booking an onsite course she’s the one you want to call.
Thomas Richards
Dangerous Goods Specialist
Thomas may be the newest member of the DGM team but he’s quickly getting up to speed with the help of Ryan and Shelly. You’ll see him out on the road daily.
Alina George
Sales and Logistics Specialist
Alina has previous experience in administration and the biotechnolgy field through her studies and work experience. Call Alina for placing product orders.