Media Release

Encore APAC Appoints Jack Illeperuma as Regional General Manager for Victoria, Western Australia, South Australia and Tasmania

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Encore Event Technologies is pleased to announce the appointment of Jack Illeperuma as Regional General Manager for Victoria, Western Australia, South Australia and Tasmania. Jack brings more than three decades of international hospitality and events leadership experience across Australia, the Middle East, Sri Lanka and the Maldives.

Jack joins Encore following a distinguished senior leadership career at Crown Melbourne, where he most recently served as Executive General Manager – Food & Beverage. He is widely respected for his ability to lead complex, multi-venue operations and consistently deliver strong commercial, cultural and service outcomes.

His career is defined by a proven track record in operational transformation, organisational culture development, and the execution of strategic initiatives that elevate guest experience and business performance.

Scott Nodsle, Managing Director, International EMEA – APAC, commented on the appointment,

“We are thrilled to welcome Jack Illeperuma to Encore as Regional General Manager for Victoria, Western Australia, South Australia and Tasmania. Jack’s extensive international experience and proven leadership in hospitality and events make him an outstanding addition to our team. His commitment to operational excellence and people-focused approach will further strengthen our ability to deliver exceptional event experiences for our clients and partners across the region. I look forward to seeing Jack’s impact as we continue to grow and innovate together.”

Recognised as a collaborative and people-focused leader, Jack has successfully guided large, diverse teams and built high-performance environments aligned with long-term business objectives.

Commenting on his appointment, Jack said:

“I am delighted to join Encore and lead such a passionate, talented team. My focus will be on empowering our people, driving innovation, and ensuring every event we deliver is seamless and memorable. I look forward to working closely with our partners across Victoria, Western Australia, South Australia and Tasmania to create experiences that truly stand out.”

Jack’s appointment reinforces Encore’s commitment to strengthening its leadership capability and delivering exceptional event experiences across the APAC region.