Our People

Paul Buxton is the Director of Plan2Place Consulting, with over three decades’ experience as a Registered Planner. Paul’s contribution to the planning profession was recognised in 2007 when he became a Fellow of the Planning Institute of Australia.

His experience spans consultancy, local government and the Victorian government, where he held senior roles shaping activity centre policy, planning reform and the design and implementation of statutory tools within the Victorian planning system.

Paul is recognised for his ability to develop strategic plans and translate them into implementable outcomes through the Victorian planning system. His expertise includes integrating planning with place management approaches and non-statutory mechanisms.

Kellie Marks joined Plan2Place Consulting with over 23 years’ experience in strategic and transport planning. She has extensive consulting, local government and Victorian government expertise, leading multi-disciplinary teams to prepare and implement strategic plans and statutory frameworks. Kellie has expertise in activity centres and urban renewal areas from both the state and local government perspective.

Her experience, as well as her practical and pragmatic outlook, means she can delve into the detail to create workable outcomes on the ground. Known for her collaborative approach, she brings a range of stakeholders to the table to solve complex problems and create ‘joined up’ outcomes for Victorians.

Naomi specialises in the integration of health, sustainability and urban planning outcomes. Drawing on experience with the National Heart Foundation and a range of strategic planning projects for the Victorian Government, she brings particular expertise in healthy and active living, urban renewal and strategic policy development.

Naomi has extensive experience preparing and delivering strategic planning, urban renewal and policy initiatives on behalf of government departments, councils and industry working groups.
She has a particular interest in the relationship between sustainability, health outcomes and urban planning.

Stuart joined Plan2Place Consulting in 2025 as Principal Strategic Planner, bringing nearly two decades of experience in statutory and strategic planning. With extensive experience across local government, the Victorian Government, industry peak bodies and consulting, he works collaboratively with clients and stakeholders to develop and implement strategic and statutory plans, policies and planning provisions.

Stuart assists clients to navigate complex statutory processes, environmental assessment frameworks, and land use and development planning requirements. He also has extensive experience in assessing permit applications and development plans, preparing planning scheme assessments, project management, and strategic planning policy advice.

Chloe joined Plan2Place Consulting in 2025 as part of a student placement and was promoted to Strategic Planner in 2026. She holds a Master degree in Urban Planning from the University of Melbourne, where her research explored immigrants’ perceptions of walkability in Melbourne’s growth areas.
Chloe contributes to a range of strategic planning projects, including structure planning, policy development, research and analysis. She has strong skills in data collection and presentation, mapping and spatial analysis, and the preparation of high-quality reports and project documentation.

Originally from Hong Kong, Chloe is passionate about the relationship between the built environment, active transport and liveable communities. Her analytical approach and graphic communication skills support the delivery of clear and evidence-based planning outcomes.

Hannah Schneider is Office Manager at Plan2Place Consulting, supporting the day-to-day operations of the business, project administration, tender submissions and client relationships.

Drawing on experience across Arts Centre Melbourne, Creative Victoria, Regional Arts Victoria and Monash University, Hannah has a strong background in operations, project management and stakeholder engagement. She specialises in operations, funding strategy, business systems and process improvement, helping ensure projects and proposals are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.

Alongside her work at Plan2Place Consulting, Hannah supports Monash University’s Sustainable Development Education team and continues to work as a freelance consultant across funding strategy, creative production and project delivery for the arts and cultural sector.