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Movers, Shakers & Change Makers
With a PhD in Astrophysics and over 20 years of data science experience, Alan Payne has relocated from Brisbane to Townsville to take the position as Principal Data Scientist at Queensland Country Bank.
This newly created position will enable Queensland Country to continue to improve and enhance data management practices and stay abreast of technology advancements to deliver on their service promise to Members.
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MITEZ Welcomes New CEO
MITEZ, the peak regional development body for Northwest Queensland, has appointed Maria James as their new CEO. Maria joins MITEZ after more than a decade at Port of Townsville and will work together with the MITEZ Board, members and staff, to collectively achieve strong economic growth outcomes for the region from Townsville to Mount Isa.
Local Voice for Small Business
Congratulations to Gerard Byrne from Townsville Consulting Services who has been appointed to the Queensland Small Business Advisory Council. The Advisory Council will work with the Minister for Employment and Small Business and the Queensland Government to provide advice and suggest changes to ensure small businesses are supported to start, grow and thrive.
JCU's New Deputy Chancellor
Small business growth expert and author of Big Little Business, Jayne Arlett, has been appointed Deputy Chancellor JCU.
Jayne was first appointed to the JCU Council in 2018 and in her new position will take on a larger governance and strategic role at the university.
All Aboard!
SeaLink has taken delivery of its new 350 passenger vessel for its Magnetic Island service. It is one of five new vessels constructed in Queensland as part of a $23m investment.
Meet BDmag's Newest Team Members
Two new team members have joined BDmag to support the continued strategic growth of the multimedia platform. Meghan Boland brings strong organisational, graphic design and marketing skills to the role of Communications & Digital Marketing Officer, while former radio announcer Luke Lum will create engaging online content in his role as Communications Officer.
