Our Staff
The team at Gas Energy Australia is responsible for delivering the Board's strategic priorities and is dedicated to working proactively and constructively with governments, industry, community groups and the media to improve appreciation of the contribution the gas sector makes to modern Australia - economically, environmentally and socially...
Jordan McCollum - Chief Executive Officer
Jordan was appointed CEO of Gas Energy Australia in January 2025, bringing 18 years of experience in the wholesale gas industry. He serves as a key figure in Australia's gas industry transition, particularly in evolving traditional gas supply chains toward their renewable alternatives.
Prior to joining GEA, Jordan served as Head of Policy at the Australian Pipelines and Gas Association (APGA), where he played a pivotal role in transforming the industry's stance on renewable gas. His leadership was instrumental in advancing APGA towards becoming one of Australia's leading renewable gas advocates in recent years.
Throughout his career, Jordan has demonstrated expertise in navigating complex regulatory environments and influencing key stakeholders across government and industry. He has successfully influenced reform in national gas law, emissions accounting, gas decarbonisation, working to address challenging policy agendas affecting the gas industry.
Jacob Stowers - Manager - Technical Development
In a 30-year career Jacob has worked in technical advisory, strategic, operational, logistical and workplace training roles across the Construction, Resource and Energy sectors. A self-confessed 'generalist', his practical work experience includes a range of public sector, economic development, state-owned infrastructure, construction projects and industrial sites across Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands.
Jacob facilitates GEA's Technical Committees and state regulatory relationships, consolidating industry input toward industry best-practices and technical standards, and coordinating technological research. He holds qualifications in adult teaching, and a Diploma of Applied Science from Griffith University. He continues to study environmental sciences through Australia National University.
Billy Moullakis - Policy & Research Officer
Billy joined GEA in August 2023. He brings several years' experience with the Australian Government Department Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts.
Broadening his development into the private sector, his decision to join GEA reflects his determination to apply his experience to the dynamic world of gas fuels, where he aims to make a significant impact and contribute to a sustainable energy future.
With a background in government operations spanning multiple policy, parliamentary and analytical roles, Billy brings important insights to aid the industry's ability to drive positive change.
Complementing professional achievements, Billy is dedicated to academic excellence. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor of International Relations and Politics at the University of Canberra.
Tahnee McElligott - Office Manager & Communications Coordinator
Tahnee joined GEA in 2018 in the Communications Coorodiantor role, bringing a highly creative, dynamic and professional approach with a forward-thinking mindset and extensive experience in Graphic Design.
In 2022 she also took on the Office Manager role.
Committed to understanding the latest trends to provide the Association with excellence in design services. She is highly proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, Aftereffects and Dreamweaver.
She has worked on a range of projects at GEA, assisting with the LCC27 promotional material, improving social media communications, and designing various documents, such as our Annual Report.
Tahnee holds a Bachelor of Graphic Design and Honours in Arts and Design from the University of Canberra.
