Not For Profit Members

An Advisor & Director with diverse industry background. Entrepreneurial by nature, I am no stranger to the establishment of new business ventures. With extensive exposure to products & services, bringing a broad range of skills, knowledge & experience to clients.

Particularly skilled in identifying & developing new opportunities. Renowned for innovation in developing & implementing new ideas, thriving when introducing smarter ways to do business.

I am a PMI professional project manager, having experiences as being responsible for all phases of development in the Frontend logic design for Microcontroller, CPU Core, Communication IP, Hardware accelerator for Video encoder and decoder projects. I am an enthusiasm, fast learner member with vital skills for team successful:

Strong communication
Analytical and problem-solving
Quality control
Process improvement

Action-oriented with strong ability to communicate effectively with student, technology, executive and business audiences. With full Australian working rights, I am seeking for new role within the information technology industry where I am able to utilize my dynamic skillset.

Contact me at thang12l@gmail.com or call to 0480 144 280!

I am a CPA in Public Practice specialising in Audit Services. I reside and practice on the Sunshine Coast from my base in Yaroomba/Coolum Beach. I am involved with field hockey on the sunshine coast and am a member of the Mt Coolum Golf Club.

I am married with 2 children both grown up and my wife Vicki works in my practice. I have owned a much larger practice in the recent past but now am a sole trader . This is new start up for me. I look forward to being involved with the business community not just as an auditor but also as a business mentor sharing my experience and knowledge.

Helen has built a solid reputation over the last 15 years working across all industries providing pragmatic HR advice on a range of people related issues.  Helen’s expertise lies in her ability to understand commercial business requirements, manage risk and optimise business solutions from a HR perspective.

T 0413158877 
E hhbutler@inspiredpeople.com.au
W https://inspiredpeople.com.au/
LI https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-butler-16556510/
FB https://www.facebook.com/inspiredpeoplesolutions/

Lauren Smith is the Co-Owner and Business Director of Smith Madden Creative Agency.

Prior to co-founding Smith Madden Creative Agency, Lauren built a comprehensive career working in Senior Marketing and Business Director positions with leading fashion, beauty, lifestyle, hospitality and travel brands. Having moved from Sydney to the Sunshine Coast in 2020, Lauren’s notable brand portfolio stems from a decade of work with communications agencies, in-house for Accor hotels, and clients from her own successful marketing + PR company which she ran for four years.

Business-driven with a strategic mindset, Lauren has developed and led multiple campaigns; from managing national luxury Accor campaigns, to representing clients in Australian and New York Fashion Weeks. Lauren loves to collaborate with clients and develop strategies that tactfully positions a brand in its market, engages with its audience, and converts interest into sales.

Amber is the Co-Founder and Creative Director of Smith Madden Creative Agency.

Amber carries years of experience working in Marketing and Design, across lifestyle, real estate, construction and retail industries. A Sunshine Coast local born and bred, Amber has worked both in-house for agencies, as well as successfully running her own graphic design business for four years prior to co-founding Smith Madden Creative Agency.

Amber draws on her broad range of experience across multiple industries to provide comprehensive knowledge on how to execute effective branding, design, and marketing strategies across a number of platforms. Innately creative with a deep understanding of design principles, Amber loves to find innovative solutions for her clients. Focused on delivering memorable designs that establish a brand’s identity, Amber consistently produces work that powerfully connects with consumers.

Hi Everyone, 
I'm your local mortgage broker based in Maroochydore. I'm unlike all the other brokers you may have dealt with in the past, as I'm very driven, great communicator and provide my clients a service that will look after all things finance for them. I have their overall goals in mind and I aim to exceed their expectations. 
I am constantly looking for ways to improve my business by asking for feedback and implementing changes as required to continue to provide a level of service that is of a high standard. 
Being a Franchisee Owner of a Mortgage Choice, my clients have the confidence and trust in a well known and established brand with a strong reputation. 
I look forward to working with you.

Are you in need of an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to help you fulfill your responsibilities under the Work Health and Safety Act?

We currently have immediate availability for psychology services. Call us today at 1300 632 647.

I am Oliver Sweetman I am a current  Bachelor of Commerce student at the University of the Sunshine Coast, Treasurer at the Sunshine Coast Paddle Sports Club and Content Writer at Probity Web Marketing. I am passionate about all things finance, downwind surf ski paddling and surf life savings.
 

Co-Founder of the EE System scalar wave lounge at Elevata Clinic.
Operate a natural therapy (multi-displinary clinic) in Montville on the Sunshine Coast.
Founded a natural skin care range of creams, lotions and sprays.
Wrote the book "The Skin Program".

Simon Rinne is the Director and Social Worker at Mindful Men - a therapy service dedicated to supporting men with life's challenges. Simon is a lived experience therapist, drawing from over 3 decades of mental health struggles to inform his practice; a practice that strips away the shame and stigma of men engaging in therapy through shared lived experiences. Simon is also a mental health advocate and speaker at events. He is also a keen podcaster, appearing on over 100 international podcasts and host of The Mindful Men Podcast. 

Recently relocated to QLD, looking to build strong roots and to join forward-thinking organizations where I can leverage my expertise to contribute to strategic decision-making and drive sustainable value.
Experienced Internal Auditor and Risk Management Professional specialized in developing operational excellence and mitigating risks. Leveraging over 15 years of expertise in risk assessment, internal audit, internal controls, and compliance frameworks, successfully implemented robust strategies to enhance organizational resilience and performance.
My global experience across Latin America and the United States, coupled with extensive engagement with local governments and communities, equips me to navigate complex environments and build trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Founder of Blue Seas AI - we build AI employees for Sunshine Coast businesses. An AI employee handles the repetitive work your team does every day (emails, meeting notes, follow-ups, documents, social media) but works 24/7 and costs a fraction of a salary.

17 years in financial crime, risk, and consulting for major banks (Melbourne, London, Poland).

2025 Sunshine Coast Business Award Winner - Advanced Technology 2025 Australian AI Awards Finalist QLD Government AI Mentor since 2024 SC Tech Industry Alliance Board Member.

We work with professional services firms (5-25 staff). Every AI employee is fully managed - we build it, run it, and fix anything that breaks.

"I need another pair of hands but can't afford to hire" - that's us.

I am the foundational Director of the Thompson Institute's National PTSD Research Centre (TI/NPRC) at the University of the Sunshine Coast. The TI/NPRC is renowned globally for conducting ground breaking neuroscience research in the field of mental health. Locally, it operates a free PTSD Clinic funded by philanthropy, rolling out the treatments of tomorrow. My expertise as a scientist working in trauma and stressor related disorders is ranked among the top in the world by Expertscape (top 1%) and according to the list published by Stanford and Elsevier (top 2%).

I am the Principal Broker/Director at Orchard Mortgage Brokers, known for clear advice and client-first approach. I help home buyers, investors and business owners secure the right finance with confidence, making complex lending simple and stress-free.

I’m Brad Everton – psychologist, international author, and keynote speaker with 25+ years of experience helping individuals manage stress and burnout.
I also work with organisations to prevent burnout before it escalates, and equip leaders with practical tools to protect performance, retain talent, and build resilient teams.
My approach blends psychological science, real-world strategy, and practical application – so your people don’t just understand burnout, they know how to act on it