THE PATTONS TEAM
DANIEL HALSE- MANAGING DIRECTOR & HEAD OF OPERATIONS
Degree in Resource and Environmental Science. Seven years as a Hyrdographer working throughout NSW and the ACT.
Introduced to fabric while working on the set of Moulin Rouge. Drawn to Sydney for the Rugby World Cup to work on and with large scale fabric works for the opening and closing ceremonies. Daniel is passionate about the environment and the Australian outdoor lifestyle. He loves to facilitate the incorporation and use of the limited outdoor living areas people have.
"I love making a difference to the lives of our customers. Hearing how much a Pattons shade sail means to a child care centre or how a family can have breakfast together on their previously unusable deck in any conditions is what really drives me." Fabric is such a traditional material that encourages conversation and interaction between people and their environment. "It is a joy to assist people to experience this and in a small way, change the world. After all, in our own way, we all want to change the world for the better." On time off, Daniel enjoys time with his young family, riding his bike and more recently, making a return to playing rugby union.
TOM GASTIN - MANAGING DIRECTOR & head of sales
Tom has been in the fabric industry for 9 years and has been in the construction industry since1993. Toms experience in landscaping covers 5 years project managment experience with large water features. His passion for gardens and the outdoor living space remains stronger than ever. Tom's experiences have led him into the fabric industry working on large scale opening and closing ceremonies for the Sydney Olympics where he project managed one of the largest showtime cloths of all time. He also worked on Rugby World Cup ceremonies and various blockbuster films. Tom's vision when taking over Pattons in 2005 was to take fabric design and maufacturing into mainsteam markets in Australia and beyond. In his spare time Tom enjoys cooking, AFL and playing cricket.
BERYN LAWES - HEAD OF MARINE
Beryn joined Pattons after sailing back from a small island in the pacific. "I was looking for a challenge and found it in Sydney working for Pattons as there specialist marine trimmer. I was born and raised in Auckland NewZealand and I found Sydney ideal for we both share a love of the sea and boats." After extensive experience working in the Super Yacht industry Beryn is looking forward to helping Pattons continue with their goal to be the best marine trimmers in Australia. He is leading the marine trimming side of the business and given his vast experience is actively looking to have Pattons recognised as a major player in Sydney's emerging Super Yacht industry. Beryn shares Pattons passion for the highest quality work using the most advanced and proven quality products. He is a perfectionist and very motivated to be part of Pattons premier marine trimmer section to show Sydney the very best in marine covers. Beryn enjoys sailing, fishing, reading and rugby.
DAN WRIGHT - SALES & ADMINISTRATION
Dan has come from a very strong customer service background across a number of different industries including industrial, automotive & marine fabrics, finance & the entertainment industry. Dan has been working for Pattons since December 2008 overseeing much of the general business. Dan has over 6 years experience in administration and finished school at Townsville Grammar School and has undertook various industry related courses over the years to excel in his field.
"My goal is to help Pattons grow in size and develop a larger presence within the industry & around the world. I want to develop my own skills to encompass managing large scale jobs & internal work operations for future expansion." When Dan is not working hard at Pattons his passion is music, he is in an electronic dance music band that performs around Sydney. He enjoys going to the beach, going out on the harbour, camping & eating nice food with a good bottle of wine.