Village Glen was founded by Chas Jacobsen over 45 years ago, with the vision to build retirement living good enough for his mother. Today 3 generations of the family continue to provide the very best in Retirement Living and Home care support.
Chas Jacobsen
Founder & Managing Director
Chas the founder of the Village Glen, still offers the same vision, drive and creativity since its inception in 1980.
Chas is an integral part of the operations of this business and continues to ensure that the high standards which he has set throughout the journey are maintained to provide the best lifestyle and environment for our residents.
Marcus Thompson
Chief Executive Officer
Marcus joined the Jacobsen business in 2014 and as a chartered accountant had overall responsibility for the fiscal management of reporting of the business financial affairs. In 2021, Marcus then became the Chief Executive Officer who now oversees Village Glen Retirement Living and Flexicare. He brings a wealth of experience in the retirement living industry to the Village Glen having worked for many years both nationally and internationally.
Peter Nilsson
Director of Developments and Projects
Peter joined Chas and the Village in 1993, and was the Chief Operations Officer for Village Glen for 30 years. Peter is now the Director of Developments and Projects and remains an important member of the Chas J Board.
John Mattar
Chief Financial Officer
John joined the Village Glen family in 2018 and is responsible for the financial administration across Retirement Living and Flexicare Home Support. John is a Certified Practicing Accountant and brings almost two decades of Retirement Living and Aged Care industry experience, having held roles in both Australia and New Zealand.
Jane Jacobsen
Operations Director
Jane has been a part of the Village Glen family since 1993, after spending many years in the legal profession. As Chas’ daughter, Jane is an integral part of the succession plan instigated by Chas to ensure the continuation of his vision and ideals. Jane is responsible for the operations Village Glen Retirement Living and Flexicare Home Support.
Katie Symonds
Operations Manager – Flexicare
Katie heads up our Flexicare team as Operations Manager and has done since its inception. As a registered Occupational Therapist who has had a passion for community care for over 25 years, Katie is the perfect person to lead the team. Katie is very client focused and passionate about Flexicare and the difference it can make on the Mornington Peninsula.
