As Chief Executive Officer of Townsville Enterprise Limited (TEL), Claudia Brumme-Smith works with local stakeholders to drive economic growth, infrastructure investment, visitor economy and improve liveability for the Townsville North Queensland region.

Maria is National Manager for Manufacturing & Wholesale Trade for Commonwealth Bank.
Maria holds a Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering and Masters in International Business.
As the National Industry Head, Maria is involved in commissioning thought leadership publications, including: Manufacturing Momentum Insight Report, (CBA’s annual publication, which examines the key trends shaping the manufacturing sector) and Makers and Traders (manufacturing articles discussing various local and topical issues in the industry). Maria works closely with Manufacturing clients across subsectors and gains substantial valuable industry insights.

CBA aims to play a leading role in supporting their clients to navigate the transition to a decarbonised, sustainable and resilient economy. Brendan works with corporate clients to share sustainability insights and developments and to access sustainable finance structures that support their sustainability strategies. A banker by background, Brendan brings a commercial mindset to supporting businesses to accelerate their unique sustainability journeys.

Mr. Khoo has 15 years of experience in the resources sector, where he has held various financial and commercial positions. John has extensive experience in project feasibility, mergers and acquisitions, project financing, business negotiations and product procurement. Most recently, John worked for Metro Mining Limited where he was closely involved in the feasibility, construction and operation of the Bauxite Hills mine.
John has assisted QPM since 2016, facilitating its listing on the ASX and playing a key role in securing General Motors, LG Energy Solutions and POSCO as shareholders and offtakers.

Executive with over 20 years experience in the energy, infrastructure, resources and manufacturing industries. Deep expertise throughout the renewable energy value chain in both technical and commercial fields. He is known for the successful delivery of complex major projects, business turnarounds and start-ups. Renewable energy experience includes Solquartz (Co-founder and Director), Bravus (Business Manager Renewables), Alinta Energy (Business Development Manager), AGL Energy (Business Development Manager). Also holds an MBA from the University of Queensland.

Travis is the Owner Director of Custom Steel Fab Pty Ltd and Norfab Pty Ltd. He has over 10 year experience in the mining and fabrication industry. Travis has workshop facilities in both Mount Isa and Townsville and employs over 90 staff, with services extending throughout QLD & NT. The two complementing businesses service both the mining, fabrication, and construction industries.