Company
Our Executive Team
At 5G Networks, we value the executive team for their wealth of collective experience as they contribute to the implementation of our long-term strategy. These extensive capabilities serve as a cornerstone as we drive our organisation towards the successful realisation of our overarching goals and objectives.
Our Board Members
Hugh Robertson Jr
Chairperson
Hugh Robertson is a Director of Corporate Advisory at Morgans Financial Limited, where he works with clients across various industries, including financial services, technology, and agriculture. With expertise in business development, strategic planning, and corporate finance, he has a robust track record in capital raising and advising on financial management.
+Hugh has served in leadership roles at Bell Potter Securities, Health and Plant Protein Group Limited, and other companies, contributing significantly to equity capital markets and corporate finance across Australia. In addition, he has extensive experience working with public companies, particularly in the areas of equity capital markets, corporate finance, and strategic advisory roles.
As a Director at Bell Potter Securities, he was involved in initial public offerings (IPOs), capital raisings, mergers, acquisitions, and divestments for public entities. His leadership in high-profile capital raises for companies such as AMA Group Ltd and Rubicon Water Ltd at Morgans Financial further highlights his proficiency in managing complex financial transactions for publicly listed organisations.
Joe Demase
Managing Director
Since 2017, Joe Demase has led the team at 5G Networks to secure its unique market position with groundbreaking and state-of-the-art technology. Equipped with the vision to identify business opportunities and the tenacity and skills to fulfil that potential, Joe is highly valued for his leadership acumen.
+Joe has been shaping businesses around the world for more than 30 years, with over 20 years spent in the telco sector in Australia and the UK. He has built a host of successful companies, including the completion of two ASX listings in the telecommunications sector, Uecomm Ltd in 2000 and as Co-Founder of Access Providers Ltd in 2004. Previously, Joe was Managing Director at Webcental Ltd (formally Melbourne IT Group and Arq Group), where he was a driving force for over three years.
In 2025, Joe was appointed Chair of AUCyber, an Australian publicly listed provider of cyber security solutions, sovereign cloud infrastructure, managed IT services and consulting.
Natalie Mactier
Non-Executive Director
Natalie Mactier is a seasoned executive with over 20 years of experience in the online and technology sectors, specialising in scaling businesses and digital transformation. As CEO of Vivi, she has led its expansion to 140,000+ classrooms across Australia, the US, and the UK, enhancing classroom engagement through innovative technology solutions.
+Previously, Natalie played a key role in building SEEK and Kidspot before launching School Places with Square Peg Capital. Her expertise spans sales, marketing, and strategic growth in startups and scale-ups.
As a board member at 5G Networks (5GN), she leverages her tech and business expertise to drive strategic growth. Passionate about diversity and inclusion, she actively mentors young entrepreneurs, helping equip the next generation with the skills to succeed in tech.
Jason Ashton
Non-Executive Director
Jason Ashton has deep knowledge and experience in the IT and Telecommunications industries. Jason’s extensive career began as co-founder and Managing Director of leading ISP company Magna Data in 1993. When Magna Data was acquired in 1999, Jason held the role of Managing Director at Davnet Telecommunications.
+In 2002, Jason co-founded ASX-listed BigAir Group Limited and held the role of Chief Executive Officer from 2006 until its acquisition by Superloop Limited in 2016 (ASX: SLC). Jason served as an Executive Director at Superloop from 2016 to 2018 prior to joining the Board of 5G Networks Limited in 2019.
Michael Wilton
General Counsel and Company Secretary
Michael Wilton is a capital markets and M&A lawyer, with more than 25 years’ experience in those sectors. He has substantial legal expertise in IT and telecommunications. In addition to his role at 5G Networks, Michael is a partner in the Melbourne office of Cornwalls Lawyers.
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Chris Wright
Chief Technology Officer and Chief Information Security Officer
Chris Wright is a seasoned IT professional with a wealth of experience and expertise. With a career marked by achievements across diverse industries, Chris has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic acumen.
+As the Chief Risk Officer, Asia Pacific, at Neustar, Inc., Chris was instrumental in the design and rollout of an Enterprise Risk Management Framework and implemented ISO27001 compliance across the organisation.
In 2016, Chris founded SecurityShift Group, a cyber security service provider, and served as the CEO until its acquisition by 5G Networks in 2024, when he assumed the strategic role of CTO and CISO at 5GN.
Chris Demase
Executive General Manager, Operations
Chris Demase has been with 5G Networks since its inception in 2017 and has held numerous roles, including National Program Manager, Executive General Manager of Operations and now Chief Operating Officer.
+During his time, he has played a critical role in the transformation and integration of over ten business acquisitions, including the significant performance turnaround of the Webcentral business.
Chris’ areas of responsibility include Customer Support, Service Delivery, Customer Experience, Data Centres and Managed IT. Distinguished by a track record of over 15 years of proven experience in strategic business leadership, value optimisation and execution of customer experience business initiatives, he has consistently demonstrated an exceptional ability to drive operational excellence while keeping customers at the centre of everything we do.
Chris holds extensive experience in the telecommunication sector. Previously General Manager for Fibre Deployment at Skybridge Group Pty Ltd, Chris oversaw the Program works for the delivery of NBN fibre construction services to over 15,000 end-user premises and management of over 1100 field contractors.
Complementing Chris’ experience is a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) and Prince 2 Project Management.
Joel Bruce
Executive National Engineering Manager
Joel Bruce has over 20 years of experience in the ICT industry, with a recognised background in providing IT support and consulting services to Australia’s largest organisations.
A significant proportion of Joel’s extensive career was dedicated to managing large technical teams to ensure customers achieve successful business outcomes through the use of digital technology.
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Luke McGregor
Chief Sales Officer
As Chief Sales Officer at 5G Networks, Luke leads a team of dedicated professionals who provide innovative, reliable, and scalable solutions for our customers across Australia and beyond. With over two decades of experience in the telecommunications industry, Luke has developed a deep expertise in dark fibre, IP transit, colocation, and wavelength services.
+Luke’s mission is to empower businesses with seamless communication and data transfer capabilities. As a passionate driver of digital transformation, Luke enables growth for our customers, partners, and stakeholders through innovation and excellence in service delivery.
