Chamber Expands Leadership Team as Growth Continues

The Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced key leadership appointments as the organisation enters a new phase of growth and delivery for the region’s business community.

Dr Julia Evans has been appointed Executive Officer, responsible for leading Chamber operations and supporting the delivery of its strategic priorities.

Cait Fleming has stepped into the role of Portfolio Manager, overseeing Weddings Whitsundays and the Cruise Ship Markets, with additional initiatives currently in development.

The Chamber also continues to receive specialist government and business advocacy advice from former Federal Member of Parliament Richard Evans.

Chamber President Allan Milostic said the appointments reflect the Chamber’s strong momentum and expanding role across the region.

“The Chamber is firmly on a growth trajectory,” Mr Milostic said. “Our Board has endorsed a Strategic Plan featuring 42 priority actions to be delivered by the end of 2026, focused on strengthening advocacy, expanding member services, delivering impactful education and events, improving communications, and enhancing operational capability.”

“These appointments ensure we have the leadership and operational capacity needed to deliver meaningful outcomes for our members and the wider business community.”

Express Your Interest

As part of this growth, the Chamber is now inviting Expressions of Interest from contractors to assist with the delivery of its expanding programs, events, and member engagement initiatives.

This flexible opportunity is suited to a highly organised and proactive individual who enjoys working across multiple projects, managing communications, digital platforms, and stakeholder relationships.

Working alongside the Chamber’s operations team, the successful contractor will support the activities of the organisation while contributing to key areas including membership engagement, communications, events, and major initiatives. The work spans operations, digital coordination, communications, and stakeholder engagement, making it well suited to someone who values variety, autonomy, and meaningful involvement in the local business community.

The engagement is proposed from April to 31 December 2026, for up to 15 hours per week with flexible scheduling.

Through this opportunity, the successful contractor will be supporting an organisation representing more than 260 businesses across the Whitsundays, contributing to advocacy, events, and programs that strengthen the region’s business community.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working across a variety of projects and being part of an organisation that is actively shaping the future of the Whitsundays business community,” Mr Milostic said.

Expressions of Interest are now open via the Chamber website and close 11:59pm Sunday 29 March 2026: https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/2026eoi/

Contributed with thanks to the Whitsunday Chamber of Commerce and Industry

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