We’re a diverse team with a shared goal — to deliver exceptional industrial properties. You’ll also find we’re easy to work with, making the process as rewarding as the result.

Troy Wallace

Chief Executive Officer

Akura was founded from Troy’s belief that industrial construction could be smarter, faster and better. Drawing on nearly two decades of experience in structural steel and precast construction, Troy established Akura with a clear vision: to redefine what excellence looks like in industrial construction.

Driven by a deep respect for precision, efficiency and collaboration, Troy is inspired by the transformative role industrial buildings play in supporting Australia’s economic growth. His passion lies not only in how buildings are constructed, but in how they enable businesses, communities and people to thrive.

After a period away from day-to-day operations, Troy has returned to a more hands-on leadership role, shaping Akura’s future through strategic growth, investment in Australian manufacturing and business development. Known for his solution focused mindset and visionary leadership style, he empowers teams to think boldly, act decisively and deliver with certainty and confidence.

At the heart of Troy’s leadership is a commitment to long term partnerships and enduring value. As Akura continues to evolve, he remains focused on building with integrity, innovation and care — creating spaces that stand the test of time and a business that sets new benchmarks for the industry.

David Markham

Construction Manager

David's breadth of experience has been shaped across Australia, London and Dubai, bringing a global perspective to the way projects are delivered. With a background spanning construction and property, including 15 years with a tier one builder in the fit out and refurbishment sector, he brings depth, discipline and clarity to complex environments.

A strong advocate for systems and process, David believes that disciplined execution is fundamental to achieving outstanding outcomes. He is known as a collaborative, inclusive leader who values the contribution of every team member working toward shared goals.

Thoughtful and measured in his approach, David partners closely with clients to truly understand their needs, mapping clear and practical pathways to success. He thrives in high pressure, technically demanding projects, where clarity of thinking, teamwork and trust are essential.

At Akura, David plays a key role in translating vision into delivery — ensuring that ambition is matched with rigour, and that every project is executed with precision, care and confidence.

Stuart Wallace

Chief Revenue Officer

As Chief Revenue Officer, Stuart leads Akura’s growth strategy and client partnerships, guiding opportunities from early engagement through to long term value creation. With experience spanning commodities, building and automotive industries, he brings a commercially astute, market focused perspective to industrial development.

Stuart is known for his ability to quickly understand complex client objectives and translate them into clear, deliverable solutions. Approachable and highly intuitive, he builds trusted relationships with clients, aligning their ambitions with Akura’s capability to deliver efficient, future ready assets.

For Stuart, industrial property is about more than construction — it is about creating assets that perform well beyond completion. With a strong focus on return on investment, lifecycle value and enduring partnerships, he plays a pivotal role in ensuring every project delivers commercial certainty today and sustained value for the future.

Kim Roughan

Marketing Director

As Marketing Director, Kim leads Akura's marketing strategy, shaping how the business is positioned in the market and how its value is articulated to clients, partners and communities. With extensive experience across the building and construction industry, she brings a commercially grounded, insight-driven approach to brand and growth.

Kim’s background spans product marketing, operations, financial management, customer experience and digital strategy, having worked with leading brands including James Hardie, CSR, GWA Bathrooms & Kitchens and ITW. This breadth of experience enables her to connect brand, performance and customer outcomes in a meaningful and measurable way.

Known for her integrity and collaborative leadership style, Kim is passionate about building strong brands and uncovering the narratives that set businesses apart. At Akura, she plays a key role in supporting growth, strengthening market presence and ensuring the brand reflects the quality, ambition and values of the business.

Brad Middlebrook

Precast Production Manager

Brad brings deep expertise in manufacturing, precast construction and process optimisation, underpinned by a practical understanding of how built environments perform in the real world.

Known for his energy, professionalism and commitment to quality, he is driven by delivering high performing spaces that genuinely improve outcomes for clients. His experience allows him to understand client operations from the ground up, ensuring that every design and construction decision support functionality, efficiency and longevity.

At Akura, Brad has played a key role in improving product quality and refining concrete finishes through disciplined processes and attention to detail. His leadership is grounded in continuous improvement and pride in workmanship, helping ensure every project is delivered with precision, care and confidence.

Peter Ritter

Chief Financial Officer

As Chief Financial Officer, Peter leads Akura’s financial strategy and governance, supporting the business’s continued growth with rigour, clarity and commercial discipline. With more than 20 years’ experience across finance roles in manufacturing and construction, he brings deep insight into complex supply chains and capital intensive environments.

Peter is known for his ability to simplify complexity and bring structure to decision making, ensuring financial frameworks enable performance. Detail oriented and solutions focused, he helps the leadership team to drive sustainable growth and long term value.

At Akura, Peter plays a critical role in ensuring financial confidence across the business, enabling projects to progress smoothly and strategically. His approach balances precision with pragmatism, supporting outcomes that are commercially sound, resilient and built for the future.

Zac Mullane

Chief Operating Officer

As Chief Operating Officer, Zac plays a central role in shaping how Akura operates, grows and delivers at scale. With extensive experience across property development, construction and consulting, he brings a strategic, whole of business perspective to performance, people and delivery.

Zac leads key pillars of the business including health and safety, people and culture, manufacturing and operational alignment, ensuring every part of Akura works seamlessly together. Known for his collaborative leadership style, he builds high performing teams grounded in trust, curiosity and continuous improvement.

With a strong focus on learning, development and ESG, Zac is instrumental in shaping Akura’s long term impact — creating an environment where people thrive, standards are elevated and the business continues to evolve with purpose, discipline and certainty.

Wayne Nobles

Steel Production Manager

Wayne's background as a boilermaker and workshop supervisor brings credibility, precision and honesty to every aspect of delivery of Akura's structural steel product offer. Joining Akura in 2012, he has strengthened our manufacturing capability, ensuring we continue to deliver high quality structural steel components for industrial construction.

Known for his straightforward approach and integrity, Wayne builds strong trust with clients and teams alike. He values disciplined workmanship and takes pride in leading skilled teams within a highly professional factory environment, where efficiency, safety and quality are paramount.

Wayne's leadership is grounded in experience, accountability and pride in craft — ensuring every project is delivered to Akura standards that stand the test of time.

Kyle Robertson

Commercial Manager

Kyle specialises in commercial and contract management, risk mitigation and dispute resolution, bringing clarity and confidence to complex project environments. With a proactive, solutions focused mindset, he helps clients navigate challenges early, ensuring issues are addressed decisively and outcomes remain on track.

An experienced leader, Kyle is known for his structured and disciplined approach to commercial delivery. He thrives on leading teams through complexity and finds particular satisfaction in mentoring others — building capability, confidence and consistency through practical commercial training.

Prior to joining Akura, Kyle held the role of Commercial Manager at a tier one builder, overseeing major projects across education, commercial, residential and heritage sectors. At Akura, he plays a key role in protecting value, strengthening commercial outcomes and ensuring projects are delivered with certainty, rigour and trust.