I started my working career as a Mechanical Engineer, specialising in HVAC pneumatic controls and reticulated water systems, mainly working as a consultant in commercial buildings, and commissioning 5-star hotels.

In 2001, I took a career change, and gained employment in Shopping Centre Management, and from thereon, I have basically remained. I have been involved in retail management, property management, leasing, marketing, facilities and commercial management.  

I have run my own business as a Consultant in retail operations, liaising with business owners, and guiding them as to how to promote their business, and how the optimise their shop fits for best customer visits. In my opinion, local business chambers are the back bone of the businesses in a town, but without the support from those businesses, the chamber can flounder. My drive here in Tamworth would be to get all businesses in the region on board. Tamworth has  an incredibly strong business backing, which I do not believe is evident to some businesses that have been operating for a long time. When I arrived in Tamworth 2 years ago, I was literally blown away by the strength of the inner towns retail strength. Where a town’s retail outlets are habitually closing their doors, Tamworth businesses have bucked the trend.

Getting the message out to businesses as to how much work the Chamber do in supporting locals and the local economy would be my focus.