MEET YOUR MINDERS

MEET YOUR MINDERS

Close-up of a man hiking outdoors, wearing sunglasses, a white headscarf, a pink neck gaiter, a black shirt with a 'HACo HIKING' logo, and carrying a backpack with an Atom Packs patch.
Two men taking a selfie outdoors, both wearing black shirts with 'HACO Hiking' logos. The older man has a beard, mustache, and is wearing a beanie and a red neck gaiter. The younger man has a beard and is wearing a black headband. They appear to be on a hiking trail with greenery in the background.
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ELMO

AKA HALIFI ISMAIL
Course Director

Lead / Support Guide

An experienced Finance Manager with over 15 years across education, healthcare, and hospitality, Elmo balances spreadsheets by day and summits by sunrise. A dedicated social hiker for over a decade, he’s explored trails across Australia and Asia, including summits of Mount Kinabalu, Ungaran, and Prau. With a love for wild places and two young adventurers at home, he brings energy, planning skills, and passion to every hike he helps lead.

TROPPO

AKA CON MITROPOULOS
Operations Director

Lead / Support Guide

A seasoned leader shaped by years on the front lines with Victoria Police, leading major investigations and navigating high-stakes emergencies. Troppo is now the driving force behind Studio Malt, a dynamic design agency in Collingwood. Fueled by a passion for the wild, he’s spent the past five years planning and conquering epic hikes—where grit, creativity, and adventure collide in every step.

KOTCHO

AKA CON KONSTANTOPOULOS
Business Development Director

Lead / Support Guide

A visionary leader and Co-CEO of Akesa Group, Kotcho has over 20 years of pharmaceutical expertise, steering global supply chains and clinical trial logistics across APAC. As the driving force behind Akesa’s rapid growth, he balances boardrooms with bush trails. A passionate social hiker for the past five years, Kotcho has helped lead group treks, blending strategic precision with a love for nature and exploration beyond the beaten path.

MT.GOAT

AKA SAYEEB ISHTIAQ

Support Guide

An Architecture graduate with a creative, adaptable mindset and a passion for problem-solving, Mt. Goat’s love for hiking fuels his resilience, curiosity, and drive to explore new challenges—whether on the trail or in the workplace. He thrives in dynamic environments where collaboration, communication, and growth are always part of the journey.