About the Isaac Business Chamber
Mission:
The Isaac Business Chamber is dedicated to fostering a thriving and resilient business community. We do this by:
Enhancing opportunities by supporting a dynamic business ecosystem through facilitating strategic partnerships while advocating economic growth and prosperity.
Facilitating regular networking workshops and forums that welcome new and existing members to connect, collaborate, share expertise, and explore new possibilities.
Engaging with the community, NFP organisations and all levels of government.
Providing an inclusive and unbiased environment.
Vision:
To attract and promote a resilient business community through advocacy and open and innovative collaboration, while promoting social wellbeing and enhancing opportunities for the Isaac region.
Our People
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Nathan Corbett
PRESIDENT
Director of Onsite Training Australia
Seasoned professional in the Oil, Gas, Mining, Rail and Construction sectors, stands at the forefront of strategic training innovation. With 15 years of experience in roles spanning risk, compliance, training, and safety, Nathan has contributed to projects with industry leaders like Rio Tinto, Vale, BMA, and BHP. Beyond his professional endeavours, Nathan is a dedicated firefighter, husband, and father of four. His commitment to leadership development is showcased through his "Leading Our Lives" initiative for students and his business, Onsite Training Australia, where he champions the mantra "Changing Industry One Quality Trainer / Leader at a Time." Nathan's work is not just about advancing careers but shaping the future of industry leadership.
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Leann Priestley
SECRETARY
GREATER WHITSUNDAY ALLIANCE (GW3)
Leann has resided in the Isaac Region for over 23 years. With a strong foundation in the financial industry, Leann has a deep understanding of governance, project management, strategic planning, and operational support. Leann’s role is pivotal to bridging the boundaries between communities and small businesses in the Isaac. As a dedicated Business Support Officer, Leann brings a wealth of experience in providing comprehensive administrative and operational support to ensure the seamless functioning of business activities.
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Lou Power
COMMITTEE MEMBER
Managing Director/Principal Consultant/Trainer/Assessor Power Learning.
Mum of three adult children, Mama of five, GMa of four. Lou has lived in Clermont for 14 years after being in the Far North of QLD for 7 years and considers each day a new experience to develop and benefit from new challenges. Community is very important to Lou and she welcomes the opportunity to be involved in the development and implementation of the Isaac Business Chamber.
Lou has a 42-year career in administration, office management, business management, community services, trainer/advisor, hospitality, construction, and resources.
Lou has developed training packages for Registered Training Organisations, sits on the board of Clermont Community Housing, is the local community champion for CQOSS. directing the day-to-day business functions and working face to face in the field.
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Eileen Duncan
COMMITTEE MEMBER
Eileen is a retired accountant with over 50 years of experience in the accounting and business field. She has been involved with the creation of small, medium, large, and international companies, banks, and legal firms. Her work has taken her worldwide and she has consulted to partnerships and companies from creation and in some cases to insolvency. Eileen has done many company x-rays and company restructures. She was also involved with two trade missions to China and her clients have sold products to the American army and the world at large. Eileen has always volunteered to the many sporting clubs her children have participated in and the last volunteer position was running the Middlemount Golf Club for 4 years. Eileen is a founding committee member of the Isaac Business Chamber.