Alistair has held the position of CEO at Imparja Television for 12 years. During this time the organisation has seen continued and sustainable growth with expansion in key business areas, in turn creating a highly efficient business model.

Alistair previously held senior positions at the 7 Network and was General Manager of Val Morgan Australia. He is a member on the Board of Free TV Australia, the peak industry body for the free to air television broadcasting sector.

In 2015 Alistair was appointed to the Ministerial Advisory Council on Communications, is a Director of Eastern Australia Satellite Broadcasters, Director of Central Digital Television and is a member of the Alice Springs Regional Economic Development Committee.

Previously a Director of the Board, Alistair was appointed Chair for the NT Major Events Company in July 2014.

Michael has overseen Airnorth’s growth from a small charter company to Australia’s second oldest continuously operating airline brand.

Michael was the Chair of the Regional Aviation Association of Australia for seven years and still sits on the Board. He was Director/Trustee of the Aviation Industry Superannuation Trust for eight years.

Michael is a recipient of the National Australia Bank’s Medal for Management Innovation and in 2008 was awarded the Australian Aviation “Personality of the Year” for his work on creating an industry wide forum bringing together the 12 industry associations in an effort to find a consolidated voice.

Michael is the Chair of Tourism NT, Chair of international specialist labour-hire and recruitment company CGH Pty Ltd and a member of the Chief Minister’s Advisory Council. He is also an Ambassador for the Australian Aviation Hall of Fame, Business Events  Northern Territory and the Museum and Arts Gallery of the Northern Territory.

Andrew has resided in the Territory for the past 38 years. He has held a position on the Northern Territory Major Events Company board for more than 10 years and is actively involved in a variety of local sports clubs throughout the NT.

Andrew is former Chair of NT Employment and Training Advisory Council and current Chair, NT Training Commission. He also Chairs the St John Ambulance NT Endowment Trust. Andrew is a member of the Federal Government’s Australian Industry and Skills Committee.

In 2011 Andrew was awarded a member of the Order of Australia for service to the community of the NT through executive roles within a range of cultural, tourism, education and charitable organisations, and to the broadcast media industry.

Colin provides a wealth of experience for the Board. A Territory resident since 1969, Colin is a previous Chairman and CEO for the Power & Water Corporation, and former board member of the NT Tourist Commission.

A qualified quantity surveyor, Colin has an outstanding background in public administration management occupying Chief Executive positions for several Government departments from 1982 – 1999, culminating as Chief Executive for the Department of the Chief Minister.

Colin was awarded a Member of the Order of Australia in 1999 for service to the development of the NT through the provision of infrastructure, land management, conservation and tourism.

Janet has managed large-scale and high profile major projects and special events, as well as delivered comprehensive marketing, communications, sponsorship and place management strategies and programs.

Janet’s assignments involved delivering 300 special events in the lead up to the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games and 600 annual events for Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority including the high profile Australia Day and New Year’s Eve celebrations.

Janet relocated to Darwin in 2009 as External Relations Manager for Energy Resources of Australia. In 2013 Janet was appointed General Manager of the Darwin Convention Centre. She is responsible for the management of the worldclass, award winning Centre, which delivers over 300 business events annually.

Andrew commenced with NT Major Events Company in March 2015. Andrew has a wealth of experience with an extensive record in leading the planning and delivery of major national and international projects and events.

Andrew has a proven track record of success in the developmental and implementation ofstrategic plans and management of revenue and budgetary targets. His experience is gained from private and public sectors during his tenure with MI Associates, Football Federation Australia, Australian Rugby Union and Rush Sports Event International.

Andrew effectively delivered business and event outcomes working with organisations of varying sizes managing small and large teams.

Based in Alice Springs, Scott leads a team responsible for driving and facilitating regional growth initiatives throughout Central Australia.

Previous to his current role as Executive Director Regions, Economic and Industry Development with the Department of Trade, Business and Innovation, Scott was the Regional Executive Director, Central Australia, Department of the Chief Minister and Director of Business Events for Tourism NT. This role linked business, community, academia and government through the Business Events sector.

Prior to moving to Tourism NT, Scott was General Manager SA, NT and WA for Staging Connections, a global full service event production company.

He holds degree qualifications in tourism and hospitality and is a current board member of Desert Knowledge Australia.