Our team

Ash Sutale

CEO

Ash has significant experience in the insurance industry working in a variety of roles with experience in eCommerce, underwriting, broking, operations, sales and relationship management. His wealth of knowledge comes from working with different insurance products both in broking and insurance underwriting. Ash is passionate about leading others to develop professionally and has a heart to serve clients. He is married to Divya and has 2 kids Reuben & Riya. Outside of work, Ash plays the guitar and loves watching sport and spending time with his family.

Cielo Montesclaros-Bonner

Assistant Account Manager

Cielo has worked in the insurance industry for over 16 years and has extensive experience in customer service and database management. She has always wanted to make a difference in her community alongside not-for-profit organisations and is happy to have joined the team in November 2022.

Claire Eldridge

Office Manager & Executive Assistant to the CEO

Claire has worked in the Accounting & Tax Industry for the past 14 years and has managed Business clients, as well as Individuals, assisting with their tax affairs. She has always dreamed of working in a not-for-profit organisation and joined the EA family in June 2020. Claire loves music and is one of the worship leaders at her church.

Dylan Taylor

Account Manager

Dylan worked in retail and sports for 7 years. He completed a Diploma in Sport and Recreation before making the switch over to insurance, with the interest of continuing to help people at work and in the community. Outside of work, Dylan plays and has a keen interest in Soccer & Tennis.

Gayle Gestiada

Broker Assistant

Gayle was a General Insurance Broking Assistant for a year, prior to that she was a Property Claims Officer for 3 years, and an Underwriting Associate for 2 years. Outside of work, Gayle is a music lover. She likes reading books and novels, joining fun runs and marathons, hiking mountains, and binge-watching movies. Gayle is also a fur-parent to 3 dogs and 5 cats.

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Jason Harris

Account Manager

Jason has worked internationally in many roles across the insurance market, over a number of decades, both in Corporate and Not-for-profits. He has a deep knowledge of the NGO space with a strong desire to support these clients and help them manage their insurable risks. He is married with three children and enjoys cooking, gardening and travelling.

Jeremiah Soriano

Broker Assistant

Miah has spent 7 years in the general insurance industry, previously as an Account Officer managing brokers and agencies. Her work with EA Insurance deeply fulfils her passion for serving the community. Outside of work, she enjoys travelling to new places and finds joy in painting. As a pet lover, she cherishes the companionship and comfort that her dog brings to life.

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Lorenz Catedral

Broker Assistant

Lorenz has over 10 years of experience in the insurance and financial services industry, and previously held positions as a broker assistant, securities operations officer, and policy administration officer. Outside work, Lorenz enjoys photography and capturing moments that tell a story. He also likes to spend time with his family, trying out different restaurants around the metro area.

Maddy McKinnon

Administrative Assistant

Maddy has worked at EA Insurance since 2021 and is passionate about working within and serving the local community. She is an active member of Girl Guides Victoria and has been dancing with her local dance school for over 15 years. Maddy is currently completing an undergraduate degree at Deakin University.

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Sharman Irvine

Claims & Administrative Assistant

Sharman has always worked in insurance and not-for-profit organisations. She is passionate to utilise her combined skills and experience to serve organisations that change the world. Sharman loves to visit her son and his family in Norway and spend time with her daughter and grandchildren in Australia. She also loves sports and music.