YP - Young Professionals Mackay

08/10/2026

YOUR SEAT AT THE TABLE AWAITS. 🥂
Tickets are officially on sale for Good Company: Dinner with the Leaders.

9 influential leaders. 9 tables. 1 evening of conversations worth having.

Join us for an exclusive dining experience designed to bring Mackay's emerging professionals together with some of the region's most accomplished leaders.

Enjoy a three-course dinner, meaningful conversations, and live entertainment by Trent Bell.

📅 Friday, 30 October 2026
📍 Ocean International Hotel
🕕 6:00pm – late
🥂 Dress code: Smart casual

Limited seats available. Secure yours today 👇
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/good-company-dinner-with-the-leaders-tickets-2002765484477

08/10/2026

Meet the Leaders ✨🖤

The final three leaders are here — and our Good Company: Dinner with the Leaders line-up is officially complete!

Robbie Young | Operations Manager / Director, Forge Engineering ⚙️
With extensive experience across engineering and operations, Robbie has built his career around solving problems, leading people, and delivering results. As Operations Manager and Director of Forge Engineering, he brings a practical and valuable perspective on leadership, responsibility, and the realities of helping drive a successful business forward.

Nikki Wise | Director, Inspire Accounting 📊
From building her career in accounting to stepping into business leadership, Nikki brings a fresh and valuable perspective on professional growth, taking opportunities, and the lessons that present themselves along the way. Having achieved significant success at a relatively young age, Nikki’s journey offers insight into ambition, backing yourself, and making the most of opportunities early in your career.

Peter Loveday | Founder, Clarity Dental Fourways 🦷
As the founder of Clarity Dental Fourways, Peter has combined his passion for dentistry with an entrepreneurial approach to business. His experience offers valuable insight into taking the leap from professional practice to business ownership, navigating new challenges, and building a successful business from the ground up.

And with that, you’ve now met all nine leaders.

9 different careers. 9 different stories. 9 opportunities for genuine conversation, advice, and insight — all in 1 room.

Tickets go live at 9:00am today – don’t miss out on your seat! ✅🎟️

08/10/2026

Meet the Leaders | part 2 ✨🖤

Introducing the next three leaders joining us for Good Company: Dinner with the Leaders 🍽️

Bringing extensive experience from three very different industries, Rebecca, James, and Tamara each have their own perspective on building a career, leading others, and navigating the opportunities and challenges that come with professional growth.

Rebecca Vella | Managing Director, Local Eyes Optometrists 👀
Rebecca brings a wealth of experience in business ownership and practice management. As the co-owner and Practice Manager of Local Eyes Optometrist, she knows firsthand what it takes to build a successful local business, lead a team, and create lasting relationships within the community.

James Mogford | Director, Moggy’s Group 📑
As Director of Moggy’s Group, James brings an exceptional perspective on entrepreneurship, leadership, and growth. His experience in building and leading successful local businesses offers valuable insight into taking opportunities, navigating challenges, and creating long-term success.

Tamara Hage | Senior Associate, McKays Solicitors 👩‍💼
Tamara graduated from James Cook University in 2018 with a Bachelor of Laws (First Class Honours Degree) and has quickly progressed through the ranks at McKays Solicitors, being promoted to Senior Associate at the age of 29. As a well-known and respected lawyer in our region, she is a prime example of how a very successful career can be forged at a young age through hard work, seeking out mentors, and making the most of the unique opportunities that come with being in a regional town.

That makes six leaders announced, with just three more to come… 👏

07/10/2026

Meet the Leaders | 👏✨

We’re excited to introduce the first three leaders joining us on 30 October for Good Company: Dinner with the Leaders 🖤🍽️

A unique opportunity to sit down with some of Mackay’s most experienced and respected professionals for genuine conversation about careers, leadership, and the lessons learned along the way.

Magistrate Bronwyn Hartigan | Magistrates Court of Queensland 👩‍⚖️
Magistrate Hartigan began her legal career at the Bar before being appointed to the Magistrates Court of Queensland in 2019. Bringing experience from both sides of the Bench, she offers a unique perspective on the legal profession, career progression, and leadership within the justice system.

Rob Miller | Managing Director / CEO, Pentacon Civil Construction 🦺
A civil engineer by profession, Rob joined Pentacon in 2017 as a Project Manager, progressing to Operations Manager before becoming owner and Managing Director in 2021. Since then, he has led significant growth and regional expansion across Queensland and will share lessons learned in leadership, team building, and business growth.

Mark Daniel | Director / Principal, McGrath Estate Agents 🏡
A well-known leader in Mackay’s real estate industry, Mark brings years of experience in property, business, and building strong professional relationships. His career offers plenty of lessons on leadership, reputation, and succeeding in a people-focused industry.

And this is only the beginning – six more leaders are still to be announced…stay tuned 👀

03/10/2026

SAVE THE DATE | GOOD COMPANY: DINNER WITH THE LEADERS 🖤👏✨

You’ve heard the success stories. Now hear what happened behind them. Because there’s more to a successful career than what you see from the outside.
The decisions. The risks. The lessons learned along the way. And the advice you only get when you’re sitting across the table from someone who’s been there.

For one exclusive night, nine of Mackay’s leaders are taking a seat at the table – and you’re invited to join the conversation.

Throughout the night, each leader will join you at your table. This is your chance to hear their story, ask your questions, and talk about the things that don’t usually make it into a LinkedIn bio.
No keynote speeches. No awkward networking. Just a seat at the table with people who have built careers, businesses, and reputations worth hearing about.

9 tables. 9 leaders. 1 room.

Friday, 30 October 2026
Ocean International Hotel
6:00pm – late
Live music by Trent Bell
Limited seats available.

Tickets release 9 October.
Leaders announced next week.

Your seat at the table is waiting.

30/09/2026

Save the date ✌️

18/09/2026

EVENT PICS ✨😁 Thank you to all who attended our recent event held at the Resources Centre of Excellence

Keep your eyes peeled for our next one 👀

18/09/2026

Young Professionals recently hosted Future Ready: Exploring the Industries Shaping Greater Whitsunday 👏🩵

Providing an exclusive behind the scenes look at the Resources Centre of Excellence, plus a presentation by guest speaker Karla Steen from Greater Whitsunday Alliance, this event was a terrific insight into the projects, partnership and technologies driving economic growth in the region.

Thank you to everyone who attended, stay tuned for our next event and enjoy the video recap! 😎

Thank you to Elders Insurance Mackay and Pioneer Valley & Isaac for sponsoring this event.

17/09/2026

See you tomorrow! 👋

THIS FRIDAY 👏 Join us for our YP Knock-Off Drinks and networking at Hotel Mackay 📍

This is an excellent way to end the week, network with likeminded people, share career tips and insights, make new friends and enjoy a casual bevo 👌

From 5pm September 18th, proudly supported by TranTech Computers