Our Staff
Michael Grogan
CEO – FGM Consultants
Michael started in the meat industry in 1978 and has been involved in all aspects of the industry for the past 47 years. Michael is the Director of FGM Consultants and is also one of the Principles of Food Safety Operations who deliver Nationally Accredited Training to the Australian Food, Meat & Hospitality Industries and Eville & Jones Food Safety Operations the providers of third party meat inspection. Over the past 16 years they have trained in excess of 5500 people across many states within Australia.
Prior to commencing FGM Consultants in 1998, Michael worked for Aus-Meat and the Australian Meat & Livestock Corporation (AMLC) holding such positions as Quality Auditor as well as heading the AMLC office in Korea in 1990.
Michael holds many meat processing accreditations as well as past registrations with Exemplar Global (previously the Quality Society of Australasia) as a Lead Food Safety Auditor in Livestock and Slaughtering / Boning Streams including Auditor Status in Quality Systems for over 20 years.
Michael runs a small cattle property where he lives and is a Board Member of Food and Fibre Gippsland, Inaugural President of the Baw Baw Big Blokes and past Chair of the Baw Baw Business Advisory Board.
Vanessa Grogan – Administration Manager
Vanessa, a seasoned professional who has dedicated seven years of her career to FGM Consultants, where she serves as an Administration Manager. With a wealth of experience and knowledge acquired across diverse industries, Vanessa brings a unique perspective to her role, enriching the business with her expertise.
A proud resident of the Gippsland region, Vanessa not only contributes to the professional landscape but also calls it home, residing here with her family. Her deep connection to the local community fuels her commitment to excellence in her work, as she strives to make a positive impact both professionally and personally.
With her unwavering dedication and strong leadership skills, Vanessa plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of FGM Consultants, driving efficiency and fostering a culture of collaboration. Her passion for her work and her community make her an invaluable asset to both her colleagues and the region she proudly calls home.
