Will Creedon
Managing Director

With 25 years of hospitality experience, Will Creedon has successfully operated multiple styles of tourism and leisure businesses across the globe. 

Born and bred in Ireland, Will settled in Australia almost 20 years ago to work with the Roche family, developing the popular Harrigans Irish Pubs chain, assisting in the establishment and as General Manager of Hunter Valley Gardens, incorporating the southern hemisphere's largest commercial attraction garden as well as numerous associated hospitality businesses. 

In December 2008, Will ventured to Newcastle, to operate a well known hotel and since has owned, grown and managed a number of successful restaurants, cafes, bars and accommodation offerings, as well as establishing numerous community events. Will has committed himself to help position the Hunter as a tourism destination, to ensure it continues to grow through events, infrastructure, experiences and activities and to advocate to all levels of government.

Will can often be spotted with his wife Karen and stepson Max (the tap dancer), taking in the activities across the region, from their home in Newcastle.

Simon Glover
Operations Manager

Simon Glover began his career in hospitality over 25 years ago at the Hilton Hotel in Brisbane. His passion for hotels and accommodation has led him to a successful career as a hotel manager. 

Simon managed the Sebel Kirkton Park at the Hunter Valley. He was responsible for opening Novotel Newcastle Beach (formely known as The Sebel) in 2010 and later the Mercure Newcastle Airport in 2015 serving as the General Manager for both properties. 

Simon has a passion for surf and surf lifesaving, good wine (particularly local wines from the Hunter Valley), dining out and travel. 

He lives with his wife, Samantha and two daughters, Bronte and Emily in Newcastle.

Pip Sutton

Marketing

A Port Stephens local, Pip has been involved in the tourism industry for over 20 years. After graduating from university with a Bachelor of Social Science (Recreation & Tourism), she joined Moonshadow Cruises and worked in their Sales and Marketing team for 12 years, as their fleet of vessels grew, Port Stephens 4WD was also acquired and a focus on increasing both the domestic and international market was achieved.

Nine years ago Pip joined Port Stephens Accommodation as Marketing and Business Development Coordinator, looking after the website, distribution channels, social media, newsletters and advertising. In 2016 she completed her Real Estate Licence and in 2017 joined the alloggio team in a similar role.

Pip lives in Port Stephens with her husband Richard and son Lucas and when she isn’t running her son to soccer training and games, she enjoys being outdoors, walking, bike riding, boating, as well as a spot of cooking, good wine and shopping.

Michele Phillips

Property Manager

Michele has settled in Port Stephens in February 2019 after two years travelling Australia and falling in love with the area.

Having over six year experience in Property Management, predominently in Noosa and Melbourne, Michele is currently obtaining her NSW Certificate of Registration. She brings to alloggio a wealth of practical experience in property management and short term letting. She enjoys problem solving, facilitation and has a strong customer service focus.

Michele is living in Nelson Bay and enjoys walking, fishing and exploring the local area.

Megan Moffat

Finance Manager

Megan has over 20 years experience in Accounts roles, mostly in the Finance sector, with considerable time working at GMAC Australia. She assisted with the closure of GMC Australia when the decision was made to leave the Australia market. Megan has since been involved in the preparation and transition of two portfolio sales.

For the past three years Megan has been involved in the Real Estate industry with both Winning Holidays and alloggio, enjoying all aspects of Trust Accounting. She has loved working in accounts roles throughout her career and takes pride in ensuring she provides support to the rest of the company and clients.

Megan lives in Newcastle and enjoys spending time with her three great kids and dog, at the beach, rollerblading, snow skiing, catching up with friends or watching a movie together. She has also been known to pick up a drill or sander and start a project around the house, or to be found relaxing in her tropical backyard.

Nicole Smith

Reservations Manager

Nicole has over 14 years experience within the hospitality industry and has worked in several 4.5 star hotels within Australia including Melbourne and the Hunter Valley. Nicole worked her way from starting as a front office agent, to reservations supervisor then onto front office and reservations manager, before coming to alloggio as our Reservations Manager. Nicole has a real passion for reservations and enjoys all aspects of the industry.

Nicole has a can do attitude and is highly proficient in problem solving and ensuring great customer service. She recognises staff potential to ensure the team continues to learn and grow.

She lives in Newcastle with her two children, Arabella and River, and really enjoys spending time with her family and friends, going to music concerts, dancing, dining out and good wine.

Michael Chen

Projects and IT Coordinator

Michael has over 15 years experience of IT technical background and 10 years of end to end project management and business analysis experience, working for IBM, Insentra and a range of government projects . He uses initiative, judgement and planning skills to oversee the successful implementation of key projects.

With a goal of completing projects on time, within budget and with successful outcomes, Michael is moving alloggio well into the future

Michael is based in Sydney with his wife and children.