Key Experience:
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Founder – CEO and Principal of Matthew James Isaac Law (incorporated Australian law and risk management firm).
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Surfing Insurance Scheme Founder – Surfing Specific Insurance Scheme underpinned by bespoke risk management and operating systems for unique surfing environments.
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Surf Schools Australia Pty Ltd – Co-Founder – Surf school peak body structure, risk, systems and insurance for Oceania surf schools.
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Founder - Three on Barambah – Boutique Short Stay and Event Venue – South Burnett Wine Region.
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Executive General Manager Regulatory Services & Property Services leading a team of 300 staff across public health, environment, commercial property matters and all other local government regulation – Moreton Bay Regional Council.
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PhD Researcher – Global research team developing innovative risk management and operating systems for emerging industries – University of the Sunshine Coast.
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General Manager – Health, Safety, Environment & Training – International major projects, construction, marine and structures leading 225 staff - Golding Contractors.
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Prosecutor & Principal Investigator – Industrial, Theme Park and Construction Workplace Health and Safety Failures – WorkSafe Queensland.
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Detective – Child Protection, Major Crime and Community Policing – Queensland Police Service.
Qualifications:
PhD, LLB, BA, G.dip Legal Prac., Dip Public Safety, Dip HR Mgmt, Dip Bus. Mgmt, Dip Project Mgmt.
Admissions:
Admitted Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland
Admitted to the Federal Court of Australia
Member of the Queensland Law Society & Principal Practising Certification
Publications:
Four peer reviewed publications in internationally recognised journals – risk control, systems and performance analysis.
Splitting the Peak: Surf Park Safety Insights - 2022
