2015 Kimberley Economic Forum Speakers
KEY NOTE SPEAKERS:
The Honourable Premier Colin Barnett MEc MLA
Since becoming Western Australia's 29th Premier on September 6, 2008, Colin Barnett has built a reputation as a strong advocate for Western Australia, for decisive leadership and promoting the economic and social development of the State.
As State Development Minister, Mr Barnett is committed to attracting investment and assisting the development of major projects based around Western Australia's natural advantages in mining, petroleum and agriculture.
Mr Barnett has been the Liberal Member for Cottesloe since 1990 and was Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party and a senior minister in the Court Government (1993-2001) holding the portfolios of Resources Development, Energy, Education and Tourism. From 2001 to 2005, he was Leader of the State Opposition. Mr Barnett has been Deputy Leader or Leader of the Liberal Party in every State election since 1993.
He holds an Honours and Masters Degree in Economics from the University of Western Australia.
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As State Development Minister, Mr Barnett is committed to attracting investment and assisting the development of major projects based around Western Australia's natural advantages in mining, petroleum and agriculture.
Mr Barnett has been the Liberal Member for Cottesloe since 1990 and was Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party and a senior minister in the Court Government (1993-2001) holding the portfolios of Resources Development, Energy, Education and Tourism. From 2001 to 2005, he was Leader of the State Opposition. Mr Barnett has been Deputy Leader or Leader of the Liberal Party in every State election since 1993.
He holds an Honours and Masters Degree in Economics from the University of Western Australia.
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Michael Pascoe - Economist/Journalist
Michael Pascoe is one of Australia's most experienced and thoughtful finance and economics commentators with four decades in newspaper, broadcast and on-line journalism covering the full gamut of economic and business issues as well as occasionally straying into more whimsical matters of the human condition.
Michael Pascoe is a contributing editor for the Fairfax Media Business Day web sites, a regular commentator on Channel 7's Sunrise and news programs, a columinist for Yahoo7 and Mining Monthly.
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Michael Pascoe is a contributing editor for the Fairfax Media Business Day web sites, a regular commentator on Channel 7's Sunrise and news programs, a columinist for Yahoo7 and Mining Monthly.
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Russell Barnett: Partner - Australian Venture Consultants, Consultant to Broome Future Ltd
Russell has approximately 20 years of experience in complex strategic and operational analysis across a range of industries in the Australia and the Asia Pacific region.
Russell is a principal adviser to Broome Future Limited, a not-for-profit, privately funded organization established to advocate for the sustainable economic, social, cultural and environmental development of Broome and the Kimberley.
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Russell has approximately 20 years of experience in complex strategic and operational analysis across a range of industries in the Australia and the Asia Pacific region.
Russell is a principal adviser to Broome Future Limited, a not-for-profit, privately funded organization established to advocate for the sustainable economic, social, cultural and environmental development of Broome and the Kimberley.
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James Brown: General Manager of Cygnet Bay Pearls and The Kimberley Marine Research Station
James Brown is the third generation of his family to manage the family pearl farm at Cygnet Bay.
He has a Marine Biology Degree and over the last 15 years he has honed his expertise in every facet of the cultured pearling industry and today enjoys the challenge of diversifying and adapting the old family business to meet the industries challenges.
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James Brown is the third generation of his family to manage the family pearl farm at Cygnet Bay.
He has a Marine Biology Degree and over the last 15 years he has honed his expertise in every facet of the cultured pearling industry and today enjoys the challenge of diversifying and adapting the old family business to meet the industries challenges.
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William (Chub) Witham: Manager - North West & Kimberley
The Chamber of Minerals and Energy - WA
William (Chub) Witham is a qualified exploration geologist with over twenty five years’ international experience in mineral and oil and gas exploration, management, government relations and corporate finance, building an in-depth understanding of the ways in which industry, government and financial markets operate across the multi-faceted collage of today's world.
For the past two years Chub has led CME’s planning and development work in the North West and Kimberley and involved with Land Access, Environmental, Water, Infrastructure and human resource issues.
The Chamber of Minerals and Energy - WA
William (Chub) Witham is a qualified exploration geologist with over twenty five years’ international experience in mineral and oil and gas exploration, management, government relations and corporate finance, building an in-depth understanding of the ways in which industry, government and financial markets operate across the multi-faceted collage of today's world.
For the past two years Chub has led CME’s planning and development work in the North West and Kimberley and involved with Land Access, Environmental, Water, Infrastructure and human resource issues.
Tony Proctor: Business Proprietor and Corporate Advisor; BCC&I Immediate Past President
Tony was President of the Broome Chamber from 2008 - 2014. He is a fellow of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants and CPA Australia and is a licensed company auditor. He is also a graduate in Law from Monash University.
Tony has had a number of businesses in Broome. Currently he undertakes some property development and a business North 26 Building Supplies importing building materials and other products from China and Indonesia.
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Tony was President of the Broome Chamber from 2008 - 2014. He is a fellow of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants and CPA Australia and is a licensed company auditor. He is also a graduate in Law from Monash University.
Tony has had a number of businesses in Broome. Currently he undertakes some property development and a business North 26 Building Supplies importing building materials and other products from China and Indonesia.
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Paul Ferrante: Manager Northern and Goldfields Regions, LandCorp
Paul has 27 years experience in the property sector and is currently responsible for the delivery of land development projects across the Kimberley, Gascoyne, Goldfields Esperance and part of the Pilbara with LandCorp.
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Paul has 27 years experience in the property sector and is currently responsible for the delivery of land development projects across the Kimberley, Gascoyne, Goldfields Esperance and part of the Pilbara with LandCorp.
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Gail Gower: Gail Gower Consulting
Gail has spent 26 years in the tourism industry and has an extremely strong network of local contacts encompassing tourism, marketing, sales, hospitality and general businesses across the Kimberley and the Northern Territory.
Having lived in Broome for 19 years and also Kununurra and Darwin prior to this, has given her a strong affinity and understanding of the issues affecting regional Australia.
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Gail has spent 26 years in the tourism industry and has an extremely strong network of local contacts encompassing tourism, marketing, sales, hospitality and general businesses across the Kimberley and the Northern Territory.
Having lived in Broome for 19 years and also Kununurra and Darwin prior to this, has given her a strong affinity and understanding of the issues affecting regional Australia.
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Nicola Walters: Managing Director of Leading Edge Computers Broome
Nicola and her team focus on providing IT solutions to local businesses using the latest technology. Last year, Leading Edge was awarded 'Store of the Year' in recognition of her dedication and skills in IT and technology.
Prior to starting her own company, Nicola worked at Kimberley Tafe as an IT lecturer and at the University of Notre Dame as an IT Support Officer.
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Nicola and her team focus on providing IT solutions to local businesses using the latest technology. Last year, Leading Edge was awarded 'Store of the Year' in recognition of her dedication and skills in IT and technology.
Prior to starting her own company, Nicola worked at Kimberley Tafe as an IT lecturer and at the University of Notre Dame as an IT Support Officer.
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Councillor Elsia Archer, Shire President: Shire of Derby/West Kimberley
In 2001 Elsia was elected President of the Shire of Derby/West Kimberley and still holds that position today.
Elsia has previously served 3 years as President of the W.A. Local Government Association’s Kimberley Country Zone and is currently a member and in some cases Chair on local committees including Local Emergency Management Committee, Roadwise and the Derby Representative of the Kimberley Small Business Support.
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In 2001 Elsia was elected President of the Shire of Derby/West Kimberley and still holds that position today.
Elsia has previously served 3 years as President of the W.A. Local Government Association’s Kimberley Country Zone and is currently a member and in some cases Chair on local committees including Local Emergency Management Committee, Roadwise and the Derby Representative of the Kimberley Small Business Support.
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Andre Veder: RFF Director
RFF is an Australian-wide consultancy company which provides services in planning, project management, community development, consultation, strategy, media management, business case analysis and graphic design.
Andre is an expert in strategy development, engagement and stakeholder consultation.
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RFF is an Australian-wide consultancy company which provides services in planning, project management, community development, consultation, strategy, media management, business case analysis and graphic design.
Andre is an expert in strategy development, engagement and stakeholder consultation.
Click HERE to learn more about Andre Veder.
Ian Gay: Chairman Australia's North West Tourism
Ian worked for Qantas Airways for 45 years. During his career he held many senior roles in the airline including Sales, Marketing, Commercial Planning, Passenger Systems, Pricing and Revenue Management and Alliances.
In 2000, Ian was appointed Regional General Manager Western Australia and Northern Territory and moved to Perth with his family. Ian is currently the Vice Chairman for the Perth Convention Bureau and became Chairman of Australia's North West Tourism in February 2015.
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Ian worked for Qantas Airways for 45 years. During his career he held many senior roles in the airline including Sales, Marketing, Commercial Planning, Passenger Systems, Pricing and Revenue Management and Alliances.
In 2000, Ian was appointed Regional General Manager Western Australia and Northern Territory and moved to Perth with his family. Ian is currently the Vice Chairman for the Perth Convention Bureau and became Chairman of Australia's North West Tourism in February 2015.
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Councillor Graeme Campbell: Shire of Broome President/Chair of Regional Development Australia Kimberley
Graeme has been with the Shire of Broome for 12.5 years and has been Shire President for 10.5 years.
Graeme is heavily involved in many groups and boards around town including; Chair of Regional Development Australia Kimberley, Chair of Economic Development Advisory Committee Shire of Broome, WA representative Minister Warren Truss’s RDA Reference group, Chair of Regional Road Group Kimberley, Board Member Broome Tourism Leaders Group and Broome Visitor Centre.
Graeme has been with the Shire of Broome for 12.5 years and has been Shire President for 10.5 years.
Graeme is heavily involved in many groups and boards around town including; Chair of Regional Development Australia Kimberley, Chair of Economic Development Advisory Committee Shire of Broome, WA representative Minister Warren Truss’s RDA Reference group, Chair of Regional Road Group Kimberley, Board Member Broome Tourism Leaders Group and Broome Visitor Centre.
Paul Gatopulosz: Operations Manager Regional WA, Brierty
Paul has been the Operations Manager – Regional WA at Brierty since 2013. This role has him responsible for overseeing the delivery of civil construction projects across regional Western Australia up to $20 million in value and includes managing Brierty’s joint venture arrangements with multiple Aboriginal businesses such as; Ngarluma Yindjibarndi Foundation Limited, Karlayura Construction and Muntulgura Guruma JV.
Paul is a qualified civil engineer with 16 years’ experience in the construction industry with a broad depth of experience in both the public and private sectors that includes; infrastructure for transport, rail, housing, health, water and mining.
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Paul has been the Operations Manager – Regional WA at Brierty since 2013. This role has him responsible for overseeing the delivery of civil construction projects across regional Western Australia up to $20 million in value and includes managing Brierty’s joint venture arrangements with multiple Aboriginal businesses such as; Ngarluma Yindjibarndi Foundation Limited, Karlayura Construction and Muntulgura Guruma JV.
Paul is a qualified civil engineer with 16 years’ experience in the construction industry with a broad depth of experience in both the public and private sectors that includes; infrastructure for transport, rail, housing, health, water and mining.
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Glen Chidlow: Chief Executive Officer Australia's North West Tourism
Glen Chidlow has been a resident of the North West for over 25 years, having lived and worked in Kununurra, Port Hedland and Broome.
Glen has a background in finance, aviation and hospitality, having worked for organisations such as the National Australia Bank, Ansett Australia, the Cable Beach Club Resort and the Bali Hai Resort.
Glen is currently Chief Executive Officer of Australia’s North West Tourism - the organisation which is responsible for the tourism marketing of the Kimberley and Pilbara regions. Glen holds a Master of Business from Notre Dame Australia and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Glen Chidlow has been a resident of the North West for over 25 years, having lived and worked in Kununurra, Port Hedland and Broome.
Glen has a background in finance, aviation and hospitality, having worked for organisations such as the National Australia Bank, Ansett Australia, the Cable Beach Club Resort and the Bali Hai Resort.
Glen is currently Chief Executive Officer of Australia’s North West Tourism - the organisation which is responsible for the tourism marketing of the Kimberley and Pilbara regions. Glen holds a Master of Business from Notre Dame Australia and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Luke Howe: Licensee, Telstra Broome
Luke is the Licensee of the Telstra Store and Business Centre in Broome, along with his team of 12, Luke oversees the delivery of Telstra products and services to local customers in the Kimberley.
In Jan 2105 Luke became a Director of the Telstra North West Board where he is responsible for improving the infrastructure and communications access to the Kimberley region.
Over the last 16 years Luke has held several Management roles in the Telecommunications industry and has worked closely with leading brands.
Luke is the Licensee of the Telstra Store and Business Centre in Broome, along with his team of 12, Luke oversees the delivery of Telstra products and services to local customers in the Kimberley.
In Jan 2105 Luke became a Director of the Telstra North West Board where he is responsible for improving the infrastructure and communications access to the Kimberley region.
Over the last 16 years Luke has held several Management roles in the Telecommunications industry and has worked closely with leading brands.
Professor Ray Wills: Future Smart Strategies
Professor Ray Wills has had a wide–ranging career and is an authoritative and respected commentator and adviser on sustainability and technology across all sectors including the built environment, cleantech, energy infrastructure, industrials, manufacturing, resources, transport, and water.
Prof Wills' current research interests include adoption rates of technology, disruptive technology including automation and robotics, and the impact of social media on markets.
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Professor Ray Wills has had a wide–ranging career and is an authoritative and respected commentator and adviser on sustainability and technology across all sectors including the built environment, cleantech, energy infrastructure, industrials, manufacturing, resources, transport, and water.
Prof Wills' current research interests include adoption rates of technology, disruptive technology including automation and robotics, and the impact of social media on markets.
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Aaron Bell – Sales & Marketing Executive at H&M Tracey Construction
Aaron Bell over sees all Marketing aspects with new and vibrant advertising including web site development.
He has lived in the Kimberley for most of his life and has a fabulous perspective & sense of professionalism unmatched in the Building Industry.
With a lifelong Sales history Aaron has extensive knowledge and experience in the building industry.
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Aaron Bell over sees all Marketing aspects with new and vibrant advertising including web site development.
He has lived in the Kimberley for most of his life and has a fabulous perspective & sense of professionalism unmatched in the Building Industry.
With a lifelong Sales history Aaron has extensive knowledge and experience in the building industry.
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Jeff Haworth – Executive Director, Petroleum Department of Mines and Petroleum
Jeff has worked in both the mineral and petroleum industries for over 35 years both in Australia and Internationally.
He joined the Department of Mines and Petroleum in 1991 as the Petroleum Data Manager. In 2013 he became the Executive Director, Petroleum and oversees the regulatory management of Western Australia’s upstream petroleum industry.
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Jeff has worked in both the mineral and petroleum industries for over 35 years both in Australia and Internationally.
He joined the Department of Mines and Petroleum in 1991 as the Petroleum Data Manager. In 2013 he became the Executive Director, Petroleum and oversees the regulatory management of Western Australia’s upstream petroleum industry.
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Wayne Barker: Kimberley Aboriginal Law and Culture Centre
Wayne has been an activist since the 1970s - Aboriginal Tent Embassy days. Trained ethnographic film maker at the AIATSIS in Canberra in the early 1980’s and radio broadcaster with the ABC.
He worked in government, private enterprise, and community organisations in media, community development, traditional cultural activity and Aboriginal health. He's a recording artist and singer songwriter as well as a national and international performance artist.
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Wayne has been an activist since the 1970s - Aboriginal Tent Embassy days. Trained ethnographic film maker at the AIATSIS in Canberra in the early 1980’s and radio broadcaster with the ABC.
He worked in government, private enterprise, and community organisations in media, community development, traditional cultural activity and Aboriginal health. He's a recording artist and singer songwriter as well as a national and international performance artist.
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Sean Mulhall: Commercial Manager & General Counsel for the Kimberley Ports Authority
Sean has been with the Kimberley Ports Authority for the better part of 8 years and has had a significant role in developing strategic plans for the Kimberley Ports Authority, which is currently responsible for the Port of Broome and Port of Browse.
He holds a Legal Practicing Certificate, a Bachelor of Laws degree, a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Certificate in Aquaculture. He has also had the privilege of being a tour guide in Kakadu National Park and an English teacher in Korea.
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Sean has been with the Kimberley Ports Authority for the better part of 8 years and has had a significant role in developing strategic plans for the Kimberley Ports Authority, which is currently responsible for the Port of Broome and Port of Browse.
He holds a Legal Practicing Certificate, a Bachelor of Laws degree, a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Certificate in Aquaculture. He has also had the privilege of being a tour guide in Kakadu National Park and an English teacher in Korea.
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Dr Mat Cook: Research Group Leader, Northern Aquaculture, CSIRO Agriculture
Mat has dedicated the last 13 years to CSIRO, he leads a group of 18 talented staff who deliver innovative solutions for the sustainable development of Aquaculture.
He holds a BSc (Hons) in Aquatic Toxicology and a PhD in Aquatic Animal Health and has an interest in the sustainable development of Aquaculture with an emphasis on increasing animal welfare through novel disease detection and abatement technologies.
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Mat has dedicated the last 13 years to CSIRO, he leads a group of 18 talented staff who deliver innovative solutions for the sustainable development of Aquaculture.
He holds a BSc (Hons) in Aquatic Toxicology and a PhD in Aquatic Animal Health and has an interest in the sustainable development of Aquaculture with an emphasis on increasing animal welfare through novel disease detection and abatement technologies.
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Jill Williams: President of the East Kimberley Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
Jill is not only the President of the East Kimberley Chamber but she's the company founder and Managing Director of Direct Drilling Australia Wide Pty Ltd based in Kununurra.
Previous roles and experience include self-employed small business owner in agribusiness, hospitality, wholesaling, and quality systems sectors.
Jill is passionate about empowering and positioning the people of the East Kimberley for education, opportunity, lifestyle and prosperity.
Jill is not only the President of the East Kimberley Chamber but she's the company founder and Managing Director of Direct Drilling Australia Wide Pty Ltd based in Kununurra.
Previous roles and experience include self-employed small business owner in agribusiness, hospitality, wholesaling, and quality systems sectors.
Jill is passionate about empowering and positioning the people of the East Kimberley for education, opportunity, lifestyle and prosperity.
Nathan Dines: Youth Engagement Consultant and High School Teacher
Nathan has spent the last 10 years working with young people in local and overseas communities as a teacher, youth worker, counsellor and engagement and event coordinator.
Nathan is passionate about inspiring young people to reach their full potential and supporting them to develop the skills they need to flourish in life.
He views the next generation of young people as our best chance to making a positive difference in our rapidly changing world.
Nathan has spent the last 10 years working with young people in local and overseas communities as a teacher, youth worker, counsellor and engagement and event coordinator.
Nathan is passionate about inspiring young people to reach their full potential and supporting them to develop the skills they need to flourish in life.
He views the next generation of young people as our best chance to making a positive difference in our rapidly changing world.
Lockie Cooke - Founder of Indigenous Communities Education and Awareness Foundation (ICEA).
Lockie Established ICEA after an eye opening experience in a remote Kimberley community in 2006. Lockie's commitment has developed a NFP with a clear Purpose of, Reconciliation inspired by young people.
Lockie is a past board member at the School for Social Entrepreneurs Australia and currently on Board member of Broome Futures limited.
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Lockie Established ICEA after an eye opening experience in a remote Kimberley community in 2006. Lockie's commitment has developed a NFP with a clear Purpose of, Reconciliation inspired by young people.
Lockie is a past board member at the School for Social Entrepreneurs Australia and currently on Board member of Broome Futures limited.
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Daniel High: Economic Development Manager - Shire of Broome
Daniel High has over 15 years experience in urban regeneration, large scale capital projects, placemaking and labour market and employment services contracting across WA.
Daniel has a Bachelor Degree in Commerce from Curtin Business School, is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and has an advanced Diploma in Management Leadership.
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Daniel High has over 15 years experience in urban regeneration, large scale capital projects, placemaking and labour market and employment services contracting across WA.
Daniel has a Bachelor Degree in Commerce from Curtin Business School, is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and has an advanced Diploma in Management Leadership.
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Duncan Guy: Senior Manager - Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA
Duncan Guy is an experienced and influential presenter with more than 15 years’ experience in professional services across most sectors.
Duncan leads the Membership team at the Chamber of Commerce Industry Western Australia. His role involves the executive management of the Membership team, ensuring growth and retention of CCI’s valued Members.
Duncan provides support to the Regional Chambers of Commerce (RCCI) and presents regularly at events throughout Western Australia. Duncan is also the Executive Officer of the Real Estate Employers Federation of Western Australia.
Duncan Guy is an experienced and influential presenter with more than 15 years’ experience in professional services across most sectors.
Duncan leads the Membership team at the Chamber of Commerce Industry Western Australia. His role involves the executive management of the Membership team, ensuring growth and retention of CCI’s valued Members.
Duncan provides support to the Regional Chambers of Commerce (RCCI) and presents regularly at events throughout Western Australia. Duncan is also the Executive Officer of the Real Estate Employers Federation of Western Australia.
Allan Tranter: Creating Communities Director
Allan is the Founding Director of Creating Communities Australia, the company he formed in 1992. His vast expertise in social planning and his flair for the marketing of ideas have Contributed to bottom-line improvements for some of Australia’s leading businesses.
As former Director at the Western Australian Department of Sport and Recreation, Allan has assisted local and State governments in strategically aligning community projects.
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Allan is the Founding Director of Creating Communities Australia, the company he formed in 1992. His vast expertise in social planning and his flair for the marketing of ideas have Contributed to bottom-line improvements for some of Australia’s leading businesses.
As former Director at the Western Australian Department of Sport and Recreation, Allan has assisted local and State governments in strategically aligning community projects.
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Jodie Bell: Goolarri Media
Jodie is a descendant of the Butchella and Jagera people of South East Queensland, but has spent most of her life living in Western Australia.
Jodie has been with Goolarri Media Enterprises, a community-owned Indigenous media company, since early 2008, following 12 years as CEO of Marra Worra Worra, the largest Aboriginal Resource Centre in the Kimberley region.
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Jodie is a descendant of the Butchella and Jagera people of South East Queensland, but has spent most of her life living in Western Australia.
Jodie has been with Goolarri Media Enterprises, a community-owned Indigenous media company, since early 2008, following 12 years as CEO of Marra Worra Worra, the largest Aboriginal Resource Centre in the Kimberley region.
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Tim Bray: Director Regional Planning & Project Delivery - Kimberley Development Commission (KDC)
Tim joined the KDC in 2009 after a 20 year career in the Finance and Banking Industry across the Government and corporate sectors, product, process and project management.
Tim is a co-author of the Regional Investment Blueprint, the Kimberley's first ever long term plan for aspirational, inclusive and sustainable economic development.
Tim joined the KDC in 2009 after a 20 year career in the Finance and Banking Industry across the Government and corporate sectors, product, process and project management.
Tim is a co-author of the Regional Investment Blueprint, the Kimberley's first ever long term plan for aspirational, inclusive and sustainable economic development.
Michael Albert: Acting Chief Executive - Garnduwa Amboorny Wirnan
Michael has been with Garnduwa for 13 years based in the Kullarri Region.
Prior to this Michael worked at the Broome Senior High School as a Youth Worker and the Shire of Broome as a Councillor.
Michael is heavily involved in sport and various community organisations. Click HERE to learn more about Michael Albert.
Michael has been with Garnduwa for 13 years based in the Kullarri Region.
Prior to this Michael worked at the Broome Senior High School as a Youth Worker and the Shire of Broome as a Councillor.
Michael is heavily involved in sport and various community organisations. Click HERE to learn more about Michael Albert.
Dean Newton: General Manager - Nyamba Buru Yawuru Ltd
Dean joined Yawuru in 2013 where he manages the Property, Governance, Corporate Services and Finance Divisions. Along with strong corporate accountability Dean is responsible for activating the many investment opportunities within NBY's portfolio.
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Dean joined Yawuru in 2013 where he manages the Property, Governance, Corporate Services and Finance Divisions. Along with strong corporate accountability Dean is responsible for activating the many investment opportunities within NBY's portfolio.
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Melissa Price MP: Federal Member for Durack
Melissa was born and bred in regional WA and understands the strength and diversity that comes from living in a remote, rural or regional town.
At the Federal Election on 7 September 2013, Melissa was elected as the Member for Durack and upon entering Parliament, she joined the Joint Standing Committee on Agriculture and Industry, Indigenous Affairs, and Infrastructure and Communications, and the Joint Select Committee on Northern Australia, to represent the electorate of Durack on a range of important issues.
Melissa was born and bred in regional WA and understands the strength and diversity that comes from living in a remote, rural or regional town.
At the Federal Election on 7 September 2013, Melissa was elected as the Member for Durack and upon entering Parliament, she joined the Joint Standing Committee on Agriculture and Industry, Indigenous Affairs, and Infrastructure and Communications, and the Joint Select Committee on Northern Australia, to represent the electorate of Durack on a range of important issues.
Patrick Dodson - Chair of Nyamba Buru Yawuru Ltd
He was lead negotiator in the Yawuru native title agreement that was signed by Yawuru, the Western Australian Government and the Shire of Broome in 2010 following the recognition of Yawuru native title in Australian law.
Some of his former roles have been Chairman of the Kimberley Development Commission, Executive Director of both the Central and Kimberley Land Councils, Royal Commissioner into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody and Chair of the Aboriginal Reconciliation Council. He also co-chaired the Expert Panel for Constitutional Recognition of Indigenous Australians which reported to then Prime Minister Julia Gillard in 2012.
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He was lead negotiator in the Yawuru native title agreement that was signed by Yawuru, the Western Australian Government and the Shire of Broome in 2010 following the recognition of Yawuru native title in Australian law.
Some of his former roles have been Chairman of the Kimberley Development Commission, Executive Director of both the Central and Kimberley Land Councils, Royal Commissioner into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody and Chair of the Aboriginal Reconciliation Council. He also co-chaired the Expert Panel for Constitutional Recognition of Indigenous Australians which reported to then Prime Minister Julia Gillard in 2012.
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Hannah Mann: Co-Owner of Kimberley Pharmacy Services
Hannah has a primary focus to close the gap in health outcomes between indigenous and non-indigenous Australians in the Kimberley region.
Hannah provides a range of services including medication supply, developing and delivering educational resources for clients and clinicians in remote communities, providing clinical support to Medical Officers, reviewing chronic disease medication clients in rural and remote settings, patient counselling and supporting remote area staff in medication management.
She is actively engaged with numerous care providers within the region to ensure appropriate services are provided with a health outcomes focus.
Hannah has a primary focus to close the gap in health outcomes between indigenous and non-indigenous Australians in the Kimberley region.
Hannah provides a range of services including medication supply, developing and delivering educational resources for clients and clinicians in remote communities, providing clinical support to Medical Officers, reviewing chronic disease medication clients in rural and remote settings, patient counselling and supporting remote area staff in medication management.
She is actively engaged with numerous care providers within the region to ensure appropriate services are provided with a health outcomes focus.
Warren Greatorex: Chief Executive Officer for Wilinggin Aboriginal Corporation
Warren is a Nyikina and Jabirr Jabirr man who was born in Derby Western Australia and has lived in the Kimberley for most of his life. Warren has worked in management and senior management roles for about 15 years and continues today as the Chief Executive Officer for Wilinggin Aboriginal Corporation that has one of the largest Native Title Determined areas in Australia.
Warren has always had a passion for Community Development and prosperity. Warren is currently the Head Coach for the Derby Tiger’s Football Club and over the years has played a mentoring role to many young aspiring young leaders having coached at local and regional levels.
Click HERE to learn more about Warren Greatorex.
Warren is a Nyikina and Jabirr Jabirr man who was born in Derby Western Australia and has lived in the Kimberley for most of his life. Warren has worked in management and senior management roles for about 15 years and continues today as the Chief Executive Officer for Wilinggin Aboriginal Corporation that has one of the largest Native Title Determined areas in Australia.
Warren has always had a passion for Community Development and prosperity. Warren is currently the Head Coach for the Derby Tiger’s Football Club and over the years has played a mentoring role to many young aspiring young leaders having coached at local and regional levels.
Click HERE to learn more about Warren Greatorex.
Tonii Skeen: Nyamba Buru Yawuru - Youth Development Project Officer
In 2012 Tonii was recognised as the Kullarri region’s youth of the year..
In 2014 Tonii was keynote guest speaker for Young Indigenous Change Makers conference convened by the Foundation for Young Australians. Earlier this year Tonii was appointed to the national reference group for Headspace representing the Kimberley region and was selected under the Australian Stars Rising Above theme, which celebrates up and coming individuals who go above and beyond to make positive changes in their community.
In 2012 Tonii was recognised as the Kullarri region’s youth of the year..
In 2014 Tonii was keynote guest speaker for Young Indigenous Change Makers conference convened by the Foundation for Young Australians. Earlier this year Tonii was appointed to the national reference group for Headspace representing the Kimberley region and was selected under the Australian Stars Rising Above theme, which celebrates up and coming individuals who go above and beyond to make positive changes in their community.
Kathleen Cox: Owner of Goombaragin Eco Retreat
Kathleen, one of the original founding member of Ardi Indigenous Tourism Operators which was established in 2005 and represents the many tourism operations on the Dampier Peninsula. She believes that through ARDI many of the successful family based businesses will have a voice at the grassroots’ level on how Indigenous and Cultural Tourism will play an important role in the future of tourism in the Kimberley.
Click HERE to learn more about Kathleen Cox.
Kathleen, one of the original founding member of Ardi Indigenous Tourism Operators which was established in 2005 and represents the many tourism operations on the Dampier Peninsula. She believes that through ARDI many of the successful family based businesses will have a voice at the grassroots’ level on how Indigenous and Cultural Tourism will play an important role in the future of tourism in the Kimberley.
Click HERE to learn more about Kathleen Cox.
Stedman Ellis: Chief Operating Officer – Western Region of the Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association (APPEA)
APPEA is the peak national body representing Australia’s oil and gas exploration and production industry. Its member companies produce over 98 per cent of Australia’s oil and gas production and are responsible for around $145 billion of projects currently under construction.
Stedman manages APPEA’s WA, South Australia and NT advocacy and policy development.
Click HERE to learn more about Stedman Ellis.
APPEA is the peak national body representing Australia’s oil and gas exploration and production industry. Its member companies produce over 98 per cent of Australia’s oil and gas production and are responsible for around $145 billion of projects currently under construction.
Stedman manages APPEA’s WA, South Australia and NT advocacy and policy development.
Click HERE to learn more about Stedman Ellis.
