Background:
Paul has a background in small business. 15 years ago, Paul established a successful family owned business (in Alice Springs) operating in cultural tourism and retail sales (with a focus on Indigenous Art).
The Business has won a range of Northern Territory, Australian and international awards for excellence in Indigenous cultural tourism. Paul is also the recipient of a Centenary medal in 2001 for his contribution to Indigenous communities.
In addition to managing and operating the family business, Paul more recently, has also worked as an economic consultant to the Northern Territory Government, concentrating on the development of Indigenous enterprise.
Over the years, Paul has also made a major contribution to the wider Australian community through, his involvement with a number of Boards and organisations. These include:
- The Australian Tourism Commission
- The Indigenous Tourism Leadership Group
- Imparja Television
- Central Australian Aboriginal Media Association
- Arrente Council Aboriginal Corporation
- The South Australian Museum
- The Cultural Council of Australia
- Alice Springs Economic Development Committee
As a successful business person and through his extensive knowledge and understanding of the Indigenous & Cultural Tourism, Paul brings a unique set of diverse and specialised business skills to the Enterprise Connect Network and Remote Australian small to medium sized businesses.