Sunshine Coast and South Burnett Advisory Committee

Driving change in our community

Our Sunshine Coast and South Burnett Regional Advisory Committee (RAC) members bring their unique skills, resources and networks to make an invaluable contribution to LifeFlight. From regional insights to a passion for educating the community about LifeFlight, each member plays a key role in expanding our reach and impact in the region.

Committee leaders

Jocelyn Walker AM

Vice Regional Patron of LifeFlight Sunshine Coast and South Burnett Region

Jocelyn Walker has been appointed as a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in recognition of her significant service to businesses and to the community through philanthropic endeavours. She is also known for her company, Moby Vic’s 24-hour roadhouses, located at Glasshouse Mountains, and her involvement in other commercial developments.

A dedicated philanthropist, Jocelyn is an avid supporter of LifeFlight, Steps Charity Sunshine Coast, SunnyKids Sunshine Coast, and Montrose Access Sunshine Coast. She also serves as the patron of the Sunshine Coast Oriana Choir, furthering her commitment to community and the arts.

Jocelyn holds many esteemed positions in the community. She has been a Member of the University of the Sunshine Coast Foundation Board for over two decades and is an Honorary Senior Fellow at the University of the Sunshine Coast. She is also a valued member of the Vice Chancellor & President’s Circle and a Chancellor’s Associate.

Jocelyn has been a member of the Women Chiefs of Enterprises Queensland Division for 20 years, an international business network that supports women entrepreneurs. Her unwavering dedication to community, business, and philanthropy continues to inspire and make a lasting impact.

 

Dan Pertot

Regional Advisory Committee Deputy Chair

Dan is the Director of Pertot & Co Mortgage Brokers located in Noosaville, QLD. With over 10 years’ experience in finance and lending, Dan focuses on tailored, personal service.

Having called the Sunshine Coast for more than 30 years, he combines extensive local knowledge with genuine care to help clients secure the right loan solutions for their goals.

Dan is excited to bring a further reach to LifeFlight in the Noosa Region in his role as Deputy Chair and hopes to bring together his large local network to assist in our efforts to help such a great cause.

Tarlia Carpenter

Regional Advisory Committee Chair

Originally from Victoria, Tarlia has been a proud Sunshine Coast local for over 16 years. With a background across education and pharmaceutical sales, Tarlia holds a Bachelor of Education (P-12) from Victoria University of Technology.

Tarlia has experience across both the independent and state education systems. Her most recent education role was as Head of Student Engagement (Years 7-9) at Matthew Flinders Anglican College.

In that role, Tarlia enjoyed working with students and senior administration to develop and implement programs aimed at developing not only their academic skills but also an understanding of their ability to contribute to the wider school and Sunshine Coast communities.

Currently the Community and Brand Manager for Spire Law, which has offices in Beerwah, Caloundra, Cooroy, Maroochydore and Noosa, Tarlia is a dedicated professional and passionate about her work, which requires her to take both a strategic and hands-on approach.

Tarlia enjoys working with the businesses to identify opportunities for it to engage with and support local community groups together with a number of charities and not-or-profits that align with its values.

Committee members

Kristy Huxtable

Kristy is currently the Head of Australian Retirement Trust’s Company Secretariat division, and prior to that was Company Secretary of the Commonwealth Bank of Australia. Kristy is a Fellow of the Governance Institute, a Member of their Legislative Review Committee and also a Member of the AICD. Kristy holds a Masters in Business Administration and Graduate Diploma’s in both Corporate Governance and Human Resources.

Kristy Huxtable is an experienced Company Secretary, having worked at some of Australia’s top companies, including the ASX, ING, Suncorp and the Commonwealth Bank. Kristy has a wealth of governance experience having supported some of the largest Boards in Australia.

Kristy is currently the Head of Australian Retirement Trust’s Company Secretariat division, and prior to that was Company Secretary of the Commonwealth Bank of Australia. Kristy is a Fellow of the Governance Institute, a Member of their Legislative Review Committee and also a Member of the AICD. Kristy holds a Masters in Business Administration and Graduate Diploma’s in both Corporate Governance and Human Resources.

Alister Eiseman

With more than 13 years of leadership experience, he has a proven record in strategic management, operational performance, and customer service excellence. Alister also serves as President of the Kawana Chamber of Commerce, where he advocates for business growth and stronger community partnerships across the Sunshine Coast. A long-standing resident of the region, he is committed to contributing his professional expertise and governance experience as a member of the LifeFlight Sunshine Coast Regional Advisory Committee.

Alister Eiseman is the General Manager of Pacific Motor Group, overseeing multi-franchise operations including Ford, Kia, Geely, Jaguar and Land Rover.

With more than 13 years of leadership experience, he has a proven record in strategic management, operational performance, and customer service excellence. Alister also serves as President of the Kawana Chamber of Commerce, where he advocates for business growth and stronger community partnerships across the Sunshine Coast. A long-standing resident of the region, he is committed to contributing his professional expertise and governance experience as a member of the LifeFlight Sunshine Coast Regional Advisory Committee.

Ken Filbey

With offices in Mooloolaba and Kingaroy, Ken is a qualified Financial Planner and enjoys helping people in the area of retirement planning, superannuation, building wealth, and maximising pensions for retirees. He also provides advice on personal insurance being income protection, life and TPD insurance as well as trauma insurance.

Ken’s passion is being able to help people when a tragedy occurs in the event of sickness and accident knowing their insurance will pay out.

This is another reason why Ken is also passionate about Lifeflight and see the value of what they do.

Ken has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the Financial Planning industry having built his business from scratch over the last 28 years.

With offices in Mooloolaba and Kingaroy, Ken is a qualified Financial Planner and enjoys helping people in the area of retirement planning, superannuation, building wealth, and maximising pensions for retirees. He also provides advice on personal insurance being income protection, life and TPD insurance as well as trauma insurance.

Ken’s passion is being able to help people when a tragedy occurs in the event of sickness and accident knowing their insurance will pay out.

This is another reason why Ken is also passionate about Lifeflight and see the value of what they do.

Michelle Evans

Michelle is an active member of the community and is a current member of the Kawana Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee, the Travis Schultz Winemakers Charity Event Committee supporting Sunnykids, and has previously served on the Mentor Panel for the Innovation Centre USC, the Advisory Board for STEPS Charity, and a number of other successful Charity and Event Committees on the Sunshine Coast.

In 2013, Michelle won the Sunshine Coast Business Women’s ‘Professional Business Woman of the Year’ award and has been a guest speaker at a number of Conferences here in Australia and in the USA. Michelle is committed to highlighting the needs of our region and creating opportunities for individuals, corporates and local businesses to align their vision and values to create a better Sunshine Coast.

With a successful career spanning 38 years in Finance, Digital Media and Marketing in the Corporate and Private Sector including Senior Positions at ANZ, Suncorp, AMP, HBOS and Mercedes-Benz, Michelle has curated a strong personal and corporate network.

Michelle is an active member of the community and is a current member of the Kawana Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee, the Travis Schultz Winemakers Charity Event Committee supporting Sunnykids, and has previously served on the Mentor Panel for the Innovation Centre USC, the Advisory Board for STEPS Charity, and a number of other successful Charity and Event Committees on the Sunshine Coast.

In 2013, Michelle won the Sunshine Coast Business Women’s ‘Professional Business Woman of the Year’ award and has been a guest speaker at a number of Conferences here in Australia and in the USA. Michelle is committed to highlighting the needs of our region and creating opportunities for individuals, corporates and local businesses to align their vision and values to create a better Sunshine Coast.

Simon Adams

His commitment to LifeFlight is personal as well as professional. Having experienced firsthand the vital support LifeFlight provides.

As LifeFlight continues to expand its presence in the Noosa region, Simon brings valuable local knowledge, a strong community network, and trusted connections with business leaders, community groups, and well known locals. His ability to open doors and foster meaningful partnerships will help strengthen LifeFlight’s impact in the region and ensure it can continue delivering critical aeromedical care for generations to come.

Simon is a proud Noosa local, husband, and father, who considers himself fortunate to live in such a vibrant and supportive community. With a strong belief that those who have the ability to give back also have the responsibility to do so, Simon has always held a deep sense of community duty.

His commitment to LifeFlight is personal as well as professional. Having experienced firsthand the vital support LifeFlight provides.

As LifeFlight continues to expand its presence in the Noosa region, Simon brings valuable local knowledge, a strong community network, and trusted connections with business leaders, community groups, and well known locals. His ability to open doors and foster meaningful partnerships will help strengthen LifeFlight’s impact in the region and ensure it can continue delivering critical aeromedical care for generations to come.

Tenielle Muir

Professionally, Tenielle brings extensive expertise in law, governance, and corporate responsibility. She is actively engaged in environmental, social and governance, including her involvement on an ESG panel for the 2032 Olympic Games. Through her role at Kilcoy Global Foods, she has also supported charitable sponsorships and community partnerships, further strengthening her connection to causes that matter locally.

Tenielle is motivated to use her skills to support LifeFlight’s mission in the Sunshine Coast and South Burnett regions, helping ensure local communities continue to have access to world-class aeromedical care.

Tenielle is a Sunshine Coast local with strong ties to the community and a passion for contributing to initiatives that create lasting impact. She holds a Bachelor of Laws, a Bachelor of Business, a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, and is an Associate Member of the Governance Institute of Australia.

Professionally, Tenielle brings extensive expertise in law, governance, and corporate responsibility. She is actively engaged in environmental, social and governance, including her involvement on an ESG panel for the 2032 Olympic Games. Through her role at Kilcoy Global Foods, she has also supported charitable sponsorships and community partnerships, further strengthening her connection to causes that matter locally.

Tenielle is motivated to use her skills to support LifeFlight’s mission in the Sunshine Coast and South Burnett regions, helping ensure local communities continue to have access to world-class aeromedical care.

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