Paul has amassed a wealth of experience from management positions across a variety of sectors including 26 years spent in the mining industry. For the past nine years, Paul has held the management rights for the Rose Bay Apartment Resort in Bowen. In 2008, Paul was elected Chair of the Bowen Tourism and Business organisation, working with the committee to transform the organisation into a financially stable and secure organisation. Paul continues to work tirelessly as a champion for Bowen’s festivals and events. 2017 sees him also take on the role of Chair for the Bowen Collinsville Enterprise.