Independent Director - Buurabalayji Thalanyji Aboriginal Corporation (BTAC) is the Registered Native Title Body Corporate (RNTBC) for the Thalanyji People. As the Registered Native Title Body Corporate for over 11,120 square kilometres in the West Pilbara, I have been involved with the development of strategic initiatives such as Indigenous Land Use Agreements (ILUAs) with major resource companies on royalty agreements and drive impactful community programs in housing, health, and education. I actively contribute to the Finance, Risk and Audit, Remuneration and Governance Committees, ensuring BTAC’s operations align with best practices and long-term objectives.

Global Drone Solutions (GDS) is at the forefront of aviation training, offering a comprehensive range of Drone Pilot Training Courses. These courses are meticulously designed to elevate industry knowledge, refine piloting skills, and enable participants to execute complex drone missions. As an Advisory Board Director, I guide strategic initiatives to ensure that GDS remains a leader in the industry, leveraging cutting-edge training equipment and a team of expert Professional Drone Instructors to deliver unparalleled education.

As a consulting CFO and CCO, I advise several private clients to develop and implement robust operational, marketing, financial, and governance frameworks. I led the strategic direction of diverse businesses, crafting comprehensive business plans and delivering persuasive investment pitches. My advisory roles have spanned across innovative startups, where I’ve successfully transformed concepts into profitable enterprises by amplifying market share, optimising financial performance, and cultivating customer-focused cultures. • Develop and execute financial strategies to support the company’s goals and objectives.• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes.• Manage financial risk and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.• Provide strategic advice to the CEO and other key stakeholders.• Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.• Evaluate and implement financial systems and controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.• Analyse financial performance and identify opportunities for growth and cost optimisation.Notable roles include:SaaS/Fintech - Establishing BNPL (buy now/pay later) finance facility specifically targeting multiple B2B sectors matched with an online marketplace connecting buyers/sellers with a new online distribution channel that substantially reduces overall marketing costs Renewables - Commercialising and setting strategic direction for a startup company offering renewable energy solutions Indigenous - Reviewing and improving financial and operating efficiencies for a major membership-based Indigenous organisation based in WA’s Pilbara region. VOLUNTEER - Acting as a mentor(iPREPWA program 2017-2020) to talented PhD students at WA universities to enhance and connect their highly regarded skills with commercial applications.

MANUFACTURING - Using hemp to manufacture alternative building products.

FRANCHISING - National beer-line cleaning franchising system

ASSET MANAGEMENT – Property development/investment group. Established and optimised comprehensive financial reporting systems, funds management platforms, CRM and corporate governance systems, investment performance tracking, efficiency in quarterly trust distributions and providing commercial advice on structuring new investment ventures.

Now The AgencyREAL ESTATE/FINANCIAL SERVICES - WA’s largest membership-based real estate agency network including a nationally awarded mortgage broking group, a property settlements agency, and a financial planning company.

Critically reviewed a distressed ASX company with the Chairman, based in Singapore, in terms of its strategic direction that resulted in major changes to the board and focusing on new service offerings.Preparation of all commercial requirements to set up a solar panel manufacturing company