Don has been a Director of Youth Enterprise Trust since 2004 and the current Chairman. Don is a Director of a number of family businesses including Powell Industrial Pty Ltd and Bayset Pty Ltd, employing 200 staff and operating 26 branches nationally. Former Director and founder of Lincoln Sentry Group Pty Ltd growing that business over 20 year period prior to selling the business in 2007 to Alesco Ltd.

Stephen was a career police officer with 41 years of dedicated service who retired from the Queensland Police Service as a Commissioned Officer. Throughout his career he served with distinction in both the operational and corporate environments within the organisation. Stephen has a passion for working with disadvantaged youth and was awarded the Australian Police Medal (APM) as recognition for his commitment, skill and excellence in developing and fostering innovation in policing practice, particularly with at risk youth and for promoting personal development of young people by assisting them to reach their potential.

Tim has had parallel careers in the Property Development Industry and the NFP sector. Originally a Licenced Surveyor and Glaciologist, Tim moved on to be a Director of a number of successful boutique Property Development Companies. Amongst other NFP’s Tim has had a 40 year involvement with Outward Bound Australia from instructor to CEO.and formerly as a Director of Outward Bound International.

Brian is the Executive Chairman of Morgans Financial Limited. Brian has over 35 years’ experience in senior roles in management, corporate finance, research and financial analysis in Europe, Asia and Australia. Brian is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and a Fellow of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia. He is currently director of the Stockbrokers Association of Australia

Justin is a Portfolio Manager with Elston Financial Solution. He has over 17 years of experience in investment analysis, valuation and fund management across both domestic and international equity markets. Prior to Elston, Justin was with Macquarie Bank then Hyperion. Justin is a CFA charterholder. He is a member of the CFA Institute and the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Lauren has been working with YET since 2012 before being appointed as a director in January 2021. A passionate and driven business woman, Lauren has over 14 years experience as a practicing accountant. As a new mum to two beautiful children, Lauren has a passion for volunteering and working with youth with over 18 years as a volunteer surf life saver for Surf Lifesaving Queensland, 5 of those as patrol captain. She is also a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants.

Mike Condon retired from the Queensland Police Service on 2 July 2022 after serving 39 years across a diversity of portfolios in corporate and operational environments at state, national and international levels. In 2010, Mike was appointed as the Assistant Commissioner of State Crime Operations Command. In this role he was responsible for approximately 540 detectives and 230 support staff and the delivery of state-wide specialist investigative services. Mike has performed several Board roles including the Chair of the Helping Hand sub-committee (5 years), and was also the Commissioner’s representative on the Queensland Crime Stoppers Board (5 years) and member of the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries - Biosecurity – Capability Implementation Program Board charged with the responsibility of providing enhanced bio-security services to the state of Queensland. Mike holds a Master of Management (Leadership) and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Director’s Course. In retirement Mike continues to seek opportunities to develop our future youth.

Clint is a Human Resources professional of over 20 years experience, most recently with one of Australia’s leading manufacturing companies.

He also enjoyed success in the Employment Services arena, overseeing several high-profile Federal contracts that directly assisted job seekers and community organisations. With a passion for communication and team dynamics, YET is his first Board appointment.

Ian is a highly decorated and multi award winning senior policing leader, serving nearly three decades in communities across Queensland and NSW. Ian was formally recognised by the QPS Commissioner as providing significant contributions to the safety and health of Queenslanders after his highly successful police mentoring program, Project Booyah, which was awarded the Premiers Award for Excellence. Ian developed, implemented, and lead this internationally award winning mentoring program for the past 12 years aimed towards re-engaging young people with school or assisting their transition to the workforce, reducing criminogenic risk factors, before accepting the role as CEO for YET.

Shane has worked in the local area for over 30 years. His experience is vast, ranging from communications, network installation and design, customer service, and mentoring young people in the youth program space. For the last 13 years, he has been an active volunteer Team Leader for Rosies (Friends on the Street), and is an active Surf Patrolling member on the Gold Coast.

Chloe has worked within the events space for a number of years and prides herself on the experiences she creates for others. She has completed a BFa & a DipHM and has worked with youth for many years. Chloe is dedicated to making the events space into a place to remember, whilst providing our youth with the opportunity to grow.

Renee started working for the Youth Enterprise Trust in 2003 at Woodstock. He has worked in conjunction with a vast number of community organisations during this time including Edmund Rice, Youth Plus, Belong, Career Keys, just to name a few. He has a genuine passion for the growth of Woodstock, around Youth Programs, the land , and the animals on the farm.

Andrew has worked in the youth space sector for 10 years; for two years, he volunteered in the South Island of New Zealand when he served troubled youth for his church. Andrew has also worked in the residential space, as well as running programs with troubled youth seeking early intervention. He is dedicating all his time to assist disadvantaged youth within the local community through our “In-Tent For Change” Program.

Matthew Frylink, with a diverse professional background, shifted from real estate to focus on youth empowerment. With a Bachelor's and Diploma in Youth Work, he emphasises ethical practice and trauma-informed approaches. Matthew has served youth in education, out-of-home care, adventure-based learning, and youth justice, fostering environments for their growth. Previously at Life Without Barriers, he held roles such as Child and Family Practitioner and Recruitment Coordinator, showing his commitment to children's well-being. His dedication extends to volunteering as a Foster Carer, reflecting his passion for positive change in communities.