As the past CEO of global footwear brand Steel Blue boots, Garry has led the brands expansion into Europe, UK, Africa, Middle East and USA. After taking on the CEO role in 2009, Garry has been working to maintain the brand’s reputation as a sector innovator and leader.

Garry is highly experienced in strategy, banking, finance and accountancy having previously held executive leadership roles at Bankwest and Westpac.

Garry has had an ongoing commitment to the Not For Profit sector through his work with the HBOSA Foundation, Rocky Bay and partnership programs established with Breast Cancer Care WA and Beyond Blue.

Anthony is currently employed as the Manager Future Planning at the City of Gosnells and prior to this as a senior urban designer and project manager with the multi-national design consultancy of Roberts Day. Before commencing these positions he was employed as an urban designer and project manager with Cardno BSD and as an urban planner at the local government authorities of Vincent, Belmont and Stirling.

Academic Qualifications

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) –University of Western Australia
• Master of Urban and Regional Planning – Curtin University
• Bachelor of Environmental Design – University of Western Australia
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) – Murdoch University

Agnes Vacca is a seasoned professional with three decades of experience in advisory and compliance services in Western Australia. With a well-rounded skill set, Agnes is a trusted advisor to many businesses, offering a diverse range of financial and strategic expertise.

Agnes collaborates closely with business owners, financial teams and managers, leveraging her expertise to develop and implement results-driven business strategies. This includes finance process improvement, cash-flow forecasting, budgeting, sensitivity analysis and business planning. A standout area of specialisation for Agnes is her work with family businesses, guiding them through succession, transition and exit readiness, ensuring that owners achieve their long-term goals.

Agnes’ career is a testament to her expertise and her dedication to helping businesses thrive. Her wealth of experience and knowledge in the fields of finance and compliance make her a sought-after professional in Western Australia and a valuable member of our Board.

Vera is a principal at Green Arc Legal with extensive experience working with inhouse teams within the corporate and international business development experience across engineering, rail, mining, investment, manufacturing, airports, food and technology sectors.
Vera has a wealth of experience in leading contract and framework negotiations for companies ranging from SMEs to large resource and technology companies. In addition to this, Vera has held national and international executive level roles where she has provided advice on governance, strategy and stakeholder management.

Clyde Bevan is a respected public leader, former Deputy Lord Mayor, and award-winning restaurateur with extensive experience across local government, public boards, and community organisations. An elected member of the City of Perth, Clyde brings strong governance capability, commercial insight, and a practical, community-focused approach to decision-making. He previously served as Chair of Lottery west, overseeing its most profitable period, and has held board roles with key public bodies. With more than 30 years as a successful small business owner, including leading Friends Restaurant to national and international recognition, Clyde now focuses on community service and supporting strong, resilient institutions.