Jason Owen

Jason Owen is a hands-on, solutions-focused Broadcast Engineering Executive with a career demonstrating visionary leadership, expertise, and outstanding performance in project and engineering management. With over 30 years of experience in Broadcast Television, Radio, and Event Production, Jason brings a wealth of experience, insight, and knowledge to the table.

He has a proven track record in multi-site, national, and international operations and is an excellent communicator and strong negotiator. Jason has achieved outstanding results in project management of key technology initiatives. He is a dedicated team player with high integrity and ethics, and a proactive change agent with a passion for personal development and innovation.

Specialties:

• – Communications, Audio & Video Technologies
• – RF & Broadcast Engineering
• – AMCA Licencing
• – Team leadership

Jason is also the author of the ‘A Father Without a Family’ blog, where he shares his personal experiences and insights. You can read his blog at afatherwithoutafamily.com.

In addition to his professional achievements, Jason is deeply committed to his community. He serves in the Rural Fire Service – Oakville Brigade as a Structural Firefighter and treasurer, contributing his time and expertise to help protect and support his local area. Jason is also an active member of the Sydney Hills Business Chamber as Chairman, where he collaborates with other business leaders to drive growth and innovation in the region.

Jason is currently the Managing Director of his company D2N – Technology Solutions, where he continues to revolutionise the way industries and businesses communicate. A passionate leader who loves a challenge, Jason is always looking for new ways to innovate and improve.

John Mason

With over three decades of experience as Managing Consultant at QualityIQ, John specialises in guiding businesses to achieve ISO 9001 certification through strategic planning, tailored quality management systems, and the innovative myQuality™ platform. His mission is to make quality certification accessible, efficient, and sustainable for organisations of all sizes, leveraging a five-step framework for seamless implementation and continuous improvement.

QualityIQ empowers organisations to navigate complex quality standards, delivering results through business planning, operational controls, and certification readiness. By focusing on measurable outcomes and proactive strategies, Quality IQ ensures clients not only achieve certification but maintain it effortlessly, enabling long-term success and operational excellence.

Phone number: 1300 899 443

John Drury

John loves to work with busy business owners or managers with teams. Working with him enables you to ‘Buy Back A Day” each week into your life. Make sure that you have ‘Take Home not just Turnover’ and that you ‘Build Your Dream Team’.
John’s mentoring process provides a framework for all that to happen for you and then for your team.

He mentors clients in Sydney CBD, Parramatta and Western Sydney and Sydney Hills District. And also works with selected clients in Melbourne, and Regional areas such as Dubbo.

John believes business success and a healthy lifestyle can go hand in hand IF you are willing to take responsibility and make some changes.

He also has an effective process to assist a business develop a healthy business culture. The process guarantees high buy-in and accountability from the entire team to the new culture.

John works with high achievers, entrepreneurs and business owners who know there is more. Once you have achieved good levels of success the way forward is not just about working harder, or even smarter. The answer to moving forwards inevitably involves a period of self-discovery.
John leads you through a process of learning more about yourself and how you can move beyond your current limits. What’s more, he will enable you to do this with a ‘whole of life’ approach that will increase your capacity to go for your dreams and at the same time build a great lifestyle for your family.

Kerim El Gabaili

Kerim’s greatest achievement has been nurturing a loving family for the past 24 years, raising three wonderful children, and serving as a dedicated husband. Alongside his commitment to family life, he has been deeply involved in various aspects of leadership, consultancy, and his passion for football, geopolitics, and culinary delights. As the CEO of OnePoint, he has spearheaded innovation and transformation, consistently aiming to foster a client-centric approach that delivers tangible commercial outcomes by seamlessly integrating multiple Marketing and Communication disciplines.

Kerim has served in leadership roles with the WSITC, the Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Leichhardt Chamber of Commerce, the Australian Arab Council, and on the B2B Marketing expert panel at the ADMA Association for Data-Driven Marketing & Advertising.

In recognition of his industry knowledge and expertise, he had the privilege of being selected as an AMI Awards Judge in both 2022 and 2023. Furthermore, in 2023, he invested significantly in expanding his knowledge by undertaking numerous and comprehensive courses in AI at the Australian Institute of Management. Kerim subsequently had the honour of presenting on AI to six distinct business groups throughout the year 2023. His professional journey reflects a commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous learning, and he looks forward to contributing to further achievements in the ever-evolving landscape of marketing and consultancy and the Sydney Hills Business Chamber leadership team.

Tim Whincop

Tim Whincop leads the NSW team of Vocare Law (formerly known as Corney & Lind Lawyers).  The team at Vocare Law seek to delivery Just, Redemptive Outcomes^®.

Tim has an extensive background as an in-house legal practitioner in a global not-for-profit organisation spanning numerous years. Tim was the prior Principal Director of House Counsel Advisory, a firm focused on commercial law, charity law and dispute resolution based in Sydney before merging with Vocare Law. Tim has cultivated expertise in handling complex legal and business matters across various global jurisdictions.

His ability to tackle challenges and offer sound advice is complemented by his unwavering commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity in his work. Tim’s unique proficiency lies in his extensive work with clients in the NGO and NFP sectors. where he consistently provides valuable insights and candid, forthright legal advice.

Tim’s work life began as a musician, but his career has since encompassed a diverse range of roles. Tim’s experiences include business development, overseeing a record label, serving on a number of not-for-profit boards including in the music industry, operating as a company secretary, and serving in the Royal Australian Navy.

Tim currently sits on a number of charity boards including a school group, a local church and a global not-for-profit organisation assisting people persecuted for their faith. He is admitted to practice law in both the Supreme Court of NSW and the High Court of Australia and is also admitted as a Notary Public. Tim holds:

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB, SCU)
• Grad Dip in Legal Practice (Grad Dip. Legal Practice, ANU)
• Master of Laws (International Commercial Law and Dispute Resolution) (LLM, Bond)
• Bachelor of Music (BMus, QUT)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA, SCU)

Alison Attard

Alison Attard is a dynamic entrepreneur, strategist, and mentor with nearly three decades of experience leading businesses and building communities. She is renowned for her governance expertise, financial insight, and ability to unite people through authentic connection. Alison’s leadership style combines vision with discipline, enabling her to create environments where people feel empowered and supported to achieve their goals.

She has a proven record in building collaborative communities, leading multi-stakeholder initiatives, and driving sustainable growth across both corporate and not-for-profit organisations. Alison is also a dedicated mentor and strategist, recognised for her ability to inspire trust and empower leaders to reach their potential.

Specialties:

• Governance & Financial Stewardship
• Leadership Development
• Business Networking & Growth
• Strategic Planning
• Community Engagement

Alongside her professional achievements, Alison is deeply committed to community and philanthropy. She serves on the board of Pink Ink Australia, a charity funding tattoos for breast cancer survivors, where she contributes her financial and governance expertise. She also volunteers as a Senior Leader with Tony Robbins events, supporting personal transformation for participants worldwide, and with Feel the Magic, helping children navigate the grief of losing a parent or sibling.

A proud mother and grandmother, Alison believes in the power of mindset and connection. Guided by her motto, “What you think about, you bring about,” she continues to dedicate her life to creating impact, empowering others, and strengthening the communities she serves.

Cameron Ogilvie

Is a former banker and entrepreneur. From university, he went into Corporate Finance and after several years working, decided to move from banking into the family business, which was Confectionery importing and distribution.

After a few years he took on the CEO role, taking the business from a small $4m revenue to be one of the largest privately owned confectionery distributors in Australia.

Along the way several companies, brands & many innovative concepts were brought to market. In early 2022 Cameron successfully exited his business and is now coaching full time. He loves sports, and studying the innovations and methods of great coaches in high performance teams.

Olivia Tomka

Olivia Tomka is the founder and marketing strategist behind Olivetree Marketing, a results-driven digital agency based in Sydney. With over 15 years of international experience across Australia and Europe, she brings a strategic and hands-on approach to helping small and medium-sized businesses grow. Olivia is passionate about building strong, authentic brands and delivering marketing solutions that are tailored, practical, and effective. She treats every client’s business like her own, combining creativity with data-driven strategy. Outside of work, Olivia enjoys hiking with her dog, hitting a CrossFit session, and finding inspiration in the everyday.