Angus M Robinson Email & Phone Number

Turramurra, New South Wales, Au

* Leisure Solutions® was originally established in 1994 as a specialist project management service for the marketing and development of tours with ecotourism and geotourism characteristics, and with access to ‘leading edge’ technologies and practices. It is currently the trading entity for Leisure Solutions Pty Ltd, incorporated on 15 January 2019. * Leisure Solutions® is focused on developing a geotourism industry in Australia and packaging exemplar ecotourism/geotourism products, refer http://www.geoexpro.com/articles/2016/04/australia-s-big-red-centre and https://bit.ly/32ttKQkAngus is an experienced executive, strategist and registered industry lobbyist with extensive recent experience in industry and professional society groupings, particularly relating to the development and application of new industries and technologies. * Angus is currently Coordinator, Geotourism Australia for the Australian Geoscience Council previously inaugural Chair of the Geotourism Standing Committee of the Geological Society of Australia. He is also currently a member of the IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA).* Leisure Solutions® is a business member of both Ecotourism Australia Ltd (EA) and Tourism Central Australia. Angus was appointed inaugural Chair of its Geotourism Forum and as a Board Member of EA during 2008. Appointed as a Special Member of the Savannah Guides Network in May 2017.* Angus is currently a member of the Social and Environment Society Management Committee, and Heritage Committee of The AusIMM; until May 2023 as a Director/Alternate Director of the Somerville Collection Ltd for the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum.* Currently a member of the UNSW Industry Advisory Board for the School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, a member of the ME-095 Smart Manufacturing Committee of Standards Australia, and an Advisor to EnviroMETS Qld Ltd. http://www.leisuresolutions.com.au/country_charm_scenic_rim/

In pursuit of its inclusion as a Geoscience advocacy opportunity under its current Strategic Plan, the Australian Geoscience Council has appointed Angus M Robinson FAusIMM (CP) on an honorary role to coordinate the process of developing a National Geotourism Strategy to be implemented by a Steering Committee under the umbrella of the AGC Advocacy Sub-committee. Angus has co-opted various relevant expertise to help formulate this strategy which was launched in April 2021. Consultation will continue with relevant stakeholders such as Geoscience Australia and State/Territory Geological Surveys, and their representatives.To accommodate the orderly development of major geotourism projects and activities in line with overseas trends and domestic regional development imperatives, the Australian Geoscience Council sees the development of a national strategy, to be developed as a staged, incremental approach, as being essential to gain government endorsement at all levels.

Brisbane City, Queensland, Au

The primary objective of the Geotourism Forum is to advocate and nurture the development and growth of geotourism recognising that it is sustainable tourism with a primary focus on experiencing the earth’s geological features in a way that fosters environmental and cultural understanding, appreciation and conservation, and is locally beneficial.The purpose of the Geotourism Forum is to advise EA of how best geotourism can be advanced and nurtured having regard to the EA’s interest in inspiring environmentally sustainable and culturally responsible tourism.Appointed inaugural Chair, but now serves as a forum coordinator.

As a LinkedIn network, MotM will focus on progressing Australia towards high ‘value-add’ manufacturing as a significant contributor to wealth generation and high-skilled employment for future generations. MotM has been established by an inclusive panel of experienced manufacturing professionals, with SME industry leader Bruce Grey as its Patron Founder. Its founding co- moderators are Jon Bradshaw, Richard Jefferies, Angus M Robinson, and Eduardo Sifontes.In June 2015, invited to join the UNSW Industry Advisory Network for the School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering.

Carlton South, Au

The S&E Society aims to improve cross-discipline collaboration, support and plan conferences and promotes the mining industry to the wider community. The Society also develops professional development opportunities via a range of mediums such as regional road shows, technical presentations, publications, and webinars. There is also a large effort made to strengthen guidance to non-S&E practitioners and provide mentoring programs. https://www.ausimm.com/bulletin/bulletin-articles/why-i-became-an-ausimm-chartered-professional/

https://roboausnet.com.au/about/our-board/ Nominated by The Australasian Institute of Mining & Metallurgy as a member of Standards Australia committee ME-095 Smart Manufacturing.

Recognising that geotourism, in addition to its role in promoting tourism to geosites, raises public awareness and appreciation of geodiversity, the Geotourism Standing Committee (previously established in 2011 as the Geotourism Sub Committee of the Geoheritage Standing Committee) provides advice to the Governing Council of the Geological Society of Australia (GSA) about advancing and promoting geotourism development in Australia.Also formal expert spokesperson on geotourism for the Australian Geoscience Council http://www.agc.org.au/index.php/executive-contact/expert-spokespeopleThe Geotourism Standing Committee takes account of the requirement that geotourism should advance sound understanding of geoheritage including landforms, geology and associated processes through quality interpretation. The Standing Committee also takes account of Aboriginal cultural values in the interpretation of geosites subject of geotourism activity.The Geotourism Standing Committee also provides advice to the GSA Governing Council about how best geotourism can be nurtured within declared Australian National Landscapes, World Heritage and National Heritage areas as well as within National Parks and reserves.

Carlton South, Au

The Chartered Professionals Board is responsible for the maintenance and administration of the AusIMM’s Chartered Professional programme.Chartered Professionals are members of a profession (in our case, professionals who practice in the mining industry) who, as a self-regulating professional group are accountable to their peers.

Inaugural member of the Leadership Group and Co-Moderator of this LinkedIn Discussion Group which comprises some 2,200+ members who passionately support the continued development of the Australian manufacturing industry.Stepped down from this forum to join with the other founding members of the Leadership Group to establish a more collegiate and SME industry-focused LinkedIn network - 'Manufacturing on the Move'.

The Advanced Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (CRC), consolidated into a proposed Innovative Manufacturing CRC (IMCRC) which aimed to lead Australia to a sustainable, productive, innovative and globally competitive manufacturing future, by working with the best minds and brightest ideas within industry and research, with global best practice innovation frameworks on the emerging platform technologies of - Additive Manufacturing- Biomanufacturing- RoboticsThe IMCRC proposed to provide a central point for innovation, collaboration and dissemination for Industry and the Research Community, ensuring maximum Impact is achieved by supporting the broad based Australian SME manufacturing community through engagement and innovation management leadership.Over the period 2011-2020, Angus was a member of the Accelerating Commercialisation Programme's Expert (formerly Volunteer Business Mentor) Network.

Chaired a national electronics industry cluster which focused on embedded systems.www.embeddedsystemsaustralia.com.auRepresented the Australian Electronics industry at the Kunshan Electronics Show (June 2012) and the Ma'anshan Electronics Show (Nov/Dec 2012) both in China; both events co-organised by the Taiwan Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers' Association (TEEMA).Incorporated ESA into the Surface Mount and Circuit Board Association.

Sydney , Nsw, Au

National Executive Member (part-time Executive Director), Australia-Taiwan Business Council, May 2007 to February 2010

Melbourne, Victoria, Au

Responsible for the ‘bedding down’ of the AI Group/AEEMA consolidation.* Member,Industry Participation and Procurement Advisory Group of the Australian SKA Coordination Committee (Jan to June 2008)

Melbourne, Victoria, Au

Responsible for the direction & management of the overall operations of a peak industry Association (AEEMA Ltd) embracing the ICT sector, energy systems, electrical manufacturing & electronic consumer goods, photonics, defence equipment & e-commerce infrastructure - including building linkages into the Greater China Region for the purposes of tapping global markets for Australian manufactures and innovation.* Chairman of Future Materials® since its inception as the Australian Materials Technology Network in 2003 to December 2010 (program closure). Future Materials® (a research institution-based network) connected researchers and industry in the field of new and advanced materials technology. It provided an independent, technology diffusion service for industry. * Inaugural Hon Sec, National ICT Industry Alliance, Jan 2001 - Dec 2007.* Member, CHIK Advisory Panel (eHealth), 2006 - 2011.* Councillor, Micro & Nanotechnology Commercialisation Education Foundation, 2004 to 2007.* Director, Australian Microelectronic Network, 2001- 2004.* Governor, Australian Photonics CRC, 2000 - 2006.* Director, Australian Communications Industry Forum Ltd (ACIF), 2004* Member, Intelligent Manufacturing Systems (IMS) Advisory Committee, 2002 to June 2006 (program concluded)* Councillor, Standards Australia, 2000 to 2007; member of the CiTEC Advisory Board.* Member of the Oz Government’s expert Advisory Panel for the Advanced Networks Program as well as a member of Singapore-Australia FTA Study Group (2001).* Member, World Electronics Forum (2002-2007).* Member and Executive Officer, Electronics Industry Action Agenda Strategic Leaders Group (2003 - 2008).* Inaugural Executive Officer, Australia-Taiwan Strategic Framework Agreement for the ICT/Electronics Industry (2005 - 2008).* Member, Medical Devices Action Agenda Strategic Leaders Group (2005 -2006).* Member, Korea Australia New Zealand Broadband Summit Planning Group (2003-2008).

The Australian Technology Park was then owned by The University of Sydney, The University of NSW, and the University of Technology Sydney. Responsible for directing the operations and the marketing of Australia’s largest technology park comprising some 80 organisations.https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/australian-advanced-technology-park-from-conception-robinson/* Conceived and led Australia’s largest schools-focused, science & technology event, SCI-FEST over two years, securing for the year 2000 event, a major lead sponsorship. SCI-FEST evolved to become the Sydney Science Festival, a key event of the current National Science Week.* Board Member, Samsung Athletes’ Family Host 2000 Inc (1998 to 2000), a major SOCOG project.* Member and later, the Chair, H&S Committee of The AusIMM, 1999 - 2007.

The Warren Centre is an independent, industry-linked institute of The University of Sydney committed to fostering excellence and innovation in advanced engineering throughout Australia; at the time in my role, the Centre was mainly focused on technology diffusion initiatives.* Inaugural Executive Officer of the Asia Pacific Smart Card Forum.* Inaugural Executive Officer of the Australian Photonics Forum.* Conceived and directed the 'Underground Space' and 'Industrial Energy Efficiency' major projects and managed the High Performance Computing & Communications and the Coal Seam Gas 'fracking' projects. * Councillor,Sydney Region and Science, Engineering & Technology Coordinator, The AusIMM (1995–1998).* Director, Sydney University Club (May 1996 to July 2000)

Mosman, Nsw, Au

* Responsible for raising 80% of the Board’s revenue at Taronga Zoo, Sydney, through gate receipts, catering, retail sales, and sponsorship, responsible for directing all marketing/tourism programs and initiatives including major events. * Joint organiser, ‘Enviromine Australia’, improving liaison between environmental scientists and the Australian minerals industry.* Member, Tourism Task Force, 1992-1993* Co-organiser of the Greater Attractions of Sydney marketing group.* Visited Singapore in 1992 to facilitate the presentation of the first Australian koalas to Singapore Zoo.

Au

* Responsible to the Trust for the development of 'The Earth Exchange' Museum. Directed the Project Architect for the building works and new exhibits, conceived the business plan, and established a new ‘vision’ and identity for the project.* Established by Act of Parliament, the Geological and Mining Museum Trust.* Acquired the world famous Albert Chapman Mineral Collection, raised $13.6 million from private sector and government sponsorship, & established a Government Trust. Initiated the development of the Museum’s tourism marketing program.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earth_Exchange,_Sydney

Parramatta, New South Wales, Au

* Responsible for administering all coal titles in the Hunter Valley and Gunnedah Coalfields. * Co-developer of the "Planning Focus' fast-track process for the licensing and development approval of major coal mine projects. * Responsible for facilitating the development of the Hunter Valley No 2 and Mt Arthur South major open-cut coal mine projects.* Inaugural and continuing member of the MINFO editorial Board* Chairman, Sydney Branch of The AusIMM (1986)* Councillor (representing NSW), The AusIMM, (1986-1990)* Member, Visiting Committee, UNSW Mining Engineering (1986-1990)

Parramatta, New South Wales, Au

*Responsible for major coal exploration drilling programs in the Gunnedah Basin and Hunter Valley (including the analysis and modelling of the West Muswellbrook and Jerry Plains coal development areas).

Parramatta, New South Wales, Au

* Responsible for mapping of the Copeland Goldfield, Gloucester and other deposits in the Hastings area of NSW.

* As a geoscientist, responsible to a Statutory Committee for the management of both the developed and conservation areas of one of Victoria’s major alpine ‘national park’ areas. * Inaugural member of the ‘Ski Victoria’ tourism marketing committee.* Inaugural SES Coordinator, Mt Hotham.

Houston, Tx, Us

* Responsible to the Vice President, Exploration for the direction of mineral sands and gold exploration programs in Western Australia.

Phoenix, Az, Us

* Responsible to Exploration Manager/Vice President initially in Australia and then to the US Exploration Manager for the direction of various base metal and gold exploration projects in NSW, Qld, Tasmania (Australia) and in California, Washington State, Nevada, South Dakota (USA).

* Based in Sydney, responsible to Exploration Managers at Cyprus Mines Corporation (Central West NSW and Qld projects) and US Steel (WA and Papua New Guinea) for conduct of major base metal exploration programs.

Bsc, Geoscience Majors

Graduate Certificate, Management

Matriculation, Science Subjects

Nsw Leaving Certificate, Science, Humanities And Naval Operational Studies

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