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| Bernie Brooks |
Myer CEO and Retail Expert
Bernie Brookes’ 30-year retail career comprises a rich tapestry of stories and successes from some of Australia’s significant retail giants. Following a legendary career at Woolworths, he is currently Myer CEO. Bernie’s expertise in establishing the company’s independence from the Coles Group reiterated his deft hand for managing change, leadership, organising people and retail skills. Equipped with an unwavering self-confidence, and a desire to inspire entrepreneurship and empowerment in his people, Bernie’s significant contribution is woven into the fabric of Australian retail history. |
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| Billy Brownless |
Geelong’s Highest Ranked Goal Kicker
For over ten years Billy Brownless kept Geelong fans cheering as a full forward for his AFL team. Before his retirement from the game in 1997 Billy etched himself into the team’s history by ranking third on Geelong’s goal-kicking list behind Gary Ablett and Doug Wade. Since his retirement from the field Brownless has continued to inject his lively energy into the club through marketing initiatives, and built an active media career with Channel 9 on the broadcaster’s The Footy Show and Sunday Footy Show. |
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| Peter Bush |
Ex CEO, McDonald’s Australia
He's been at the helm of one of the world’s most recognised brands, and packs a wealth of business management experience into his long career in Fast Moving Consumer Goods. Peter Bush counts executive positions with some of Australia’s, and the world’s, most successful FMCG companies including AGB-McNair, Arnotts, Johnson & Johnson, Unilever, Reckitt & Coleman and Schwarzkopf Australasia. He was instrumental in the Ampol/Caltex merger and reinvented the McDonald’s Australia business before becoming its managing director and CEO. |
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| Glenn Cooper AM |
Coopers Brewery, Exec Chairman
Glenn Cooper sits at the helm of one of Australia’s most loved breweries – Coopers. He continues a legacy begun five generations ago and seen the rise and rise of his family’s product. Glenn originally trained in computing and engineering, carving out his own path to build a successful computer company which later sold for $3.5 million. On joining the family business Glenn’s strengths in marketing saw him take up the marketing director role and today, based on values of tradition and quality, the Coopers range enjoys strong sales both nationally and abroad. |
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| Ella James |
Media Personailty and Comedienne
The radio and TV personality, voice over artist, celebrity interviewer, comedian, writer, actor, and corporate performer is tagged the master of reinvention by her agent. All those who know Ella unanimously agree she is the personification of resilience. In the treacherous waters of the media where 15 minutes of fame can be quite literal, Ella’s ability to rise again and reinvent herself to meet the market has earned her a fierce respect from the industry. She's warm, witty and intelligent and audiences fall in love with her. |
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| Dare Jennings |
Founder – Mambo and Deus Ex Machina
Mambo founder Dare Jennings is one of the most celebrated icons of Australia’s rag trade. The immediately recognisable graphics are designed around strong political, religious or humorous themes, and the company is renowned for its quality and innovation. Since selling the label, Dare refocused his ‘can do’ attitude into building a loyal following for his cult motorcycle outlet, Deus Ex Machina. Dare’s entertaining anecdotes describing pitfalls and leadership offer audiences insight into the management of a global brand. |
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| Julia King |
Extraordinary businesswoman
Julia has a strong track record of building sustainable, profitable retail enterprises, with in-depth knowledge of media and marketing. Under her management Louis Vuitton’s operations grew from 3 stores to become one of the best-known, international premium product brands in the region. Furthermore, Julia has been actively involved in developing strategies for a number of Australian and international retailers. A witty and engaging speaker, Julia’s presentation enlightens audiences to the intricacies of business success. |
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| Kim McKay |
Clean Up Australia / Clean Up the World
In partnership with lauded environmental advocate, Ian Kiernan, Kim founded the successful Clean Up Australia campaign in 1989, and duplicated that success by taking it to the world in 1993 under the banner Clean Up the World. Kim’s message of reducing environmental impact is wide reaching. Through positioning herself as an author, media commentator and partner in social and sustainability marketing consultancy Momentum2, her entrepreneurial spirit, drive and vision have helped her to create and manage numerous large scale and international projects. |
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| Tim Pethick |
Nudie Juice founder; achieved $18m turnover in two years
Imagine Tim Pethick’s delight when, after just two years in business, his fresh juice brand Nudie turned over $18m. The business savvy entrepreneur launched Nudie for two reasons: to indulge his fresh fruit cravings and to demonstrate the power of emotional branding. Nudie’s stampeding success was recognised with it’s inclusion in the top 10 most influential brands for the Asia Pacific region. Described as a “disruptive brand”, a devastating fire to the Nudie processing plant in 2004 was not enough to halt its epic journey, and Nudie resumed production just six weeks later. |
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| Rob Redenbach |
Streetwise Leadership
Rob Redenbach excels in blending the art of self defence and psychology, then serves it in a dynamic and meaningful style. Consultant, author and former Australian Army solider, Rob has taught self defence to specialised defence outfits and law enforcement professionals including Nelson Mandela’s Presidential Protection Unit, British and European special forces, and protection teams in both Iraq and for the 2000 Sydney Olympics. He successfully transfers the psychology of high risk situations into the workplace, demonstrating the value of using brains rather than brawn in conflict. |
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| Peter Ritchie |
Founder, McDonald's Aust.
Peter Ritchie was the first employee of the McDonald's system outside North America. In 1973, Peter was appointed Managing Director Australia. During the 70s and 80s he played a major role in every aspect of the company’s development and later, under his leadership as Chief Executive, McDonald’s Australia grew to more than 500 stores and 50,000 employees. He is now a director of many blue chip Australian companies, including Seven Network, Mortgage Choice, Tennis Australia, 1800 Reverse and University of NSW foundation. |
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| Kevin Sheedy |
Outstanding AFL player and coach
Multi award winning AFL star, coach and AFL Hall of Fame inductee, Kevin Sheedy tops the records for involvement with 1000 games and 8 premierships to his name. Kevin’s contribution to the sport is an outstanding catalogue of achievements, with some of Australia’s most lauded awards and recognitions including Advance Australia Award (1993), Member of the Order of Australia (1998) and Australia Sports Commission Coach of the Year (2000). Kevin’s off-field success saw the Essendon club increase its membership by 25,000 from 1980 - 2008, whilst establishing the club as a national brand. |
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