Leadership Team

Crafted by an IT service management team boasting over 30 years of experience, Pia is a innovative product of Virtual IT Group (VITG), a top-tier global managed service provider and leading Australian MSP.

Our distinguished team comprises award-winning entrepreneurs and standout minds from APAC’s most prominent tech and communications organizations. As industry leaders in technology and cloud, our team brings a wealth of experience from both SMEs and large enterprises, locally and internationally.

David Schwartz

David Schwartz

Chief Executive Officer

A seasoned technology and business leader, formerly CEO of Wireless Watchdogs, where he led its acquisition by Dataprise. David later joined the Executive team, driving M&A strategy, integration, Go-to-Market initiatives, and regional operations.

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NIC FERRARO

Chief Revenue Officer

Nic is a globally experienced leader in customer relations, product management, and commercial strategy, focused on driving growth. He has worked with major brands including Telstra, nbn, Alcatel, and O2 Telefonica across Australia, APAC, and Europe.

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ARON HARDY-BARDSLEY

Chief Technology Officer

Building on an impressive array of new product introductions from years past, Aron brings an extraordinary command of privacy, data, and development ecosystems, setting new standards for innovation and excellence in the field.

Terry Irons

TERRY IRONS

Chief Operating Officer / CISO

A seasoned technology expert with experience locally and internationally, and a recognised subject matter expert across Cloud, Infrastructure, Security, and Development, supporting teams through deep technical insight.

David Apolo

David Apolo

Chief Financial Officer

With over two decades of experience at KPMG, David is poised to utilize his vast business and tax advisory skills to drive Pia’s growth. His strategic acumen will be crucial in navigating the expansion of our premier SaaS platform, ensuring its continued success.

James Allen

James Allen

Chief Community Officer

With 15+ years in SaaS and IT services, James builds networks that strengthen customer success and drive adoption, creating meaningful partner experiences and turning community engagement into measurable outcomes.

Join the team

Want to join a fast-paced, results-driven team? We are always on the lookout for the smart “out of the box” thinkers. If this is you, reach out, we would love to hear from you.

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