Since graduating from JCU with BSc., I have accrued approximately 30 years of commercial industry, research and natural resource management (NRM) experience.Initially pursuing a career in aquaculture and fisheries where I worked in Industry, led R&D and then managing director of my own commercial farming operation for over 10 years. I subsequently sold my interests in aquaculture and worked as an environmental consultant before joining the NGO sector... primarily in the delivery of the large scale integrated catchment, sustainable industry, water quality and coastal management programs. My unique blend of research, project management and practical experience makes me highly proficient and adaptable to lead design and implementation of complex, multidisciplinary projects and teams, often involving a wide range of stakeholders. I have developed and managed many large NRM related programs where I was responsible for the strategic planning, technical design, project management and delivery of significant outcomes, particularly in Northern Australia, and am still regularly engaged to provide advice to industry, research, NGO's and various government agencies. Most recently I have been assisting local governments in raising awareness and improving integration of NRM and climate adaptation across Councils to improve sustainability within sector. By leading the strategic and technical aspects of natural asset management in one of the most bio-diverse areas in Australia, both communities and the environment are better prepared for the future.Specialist skills include: climate adaptation; coastal, riverine and wetland management/ restoration; water quality; aquaculture & fisheries and integrated catchment management more broadly.