Jack Singleton is more than a chip off the old block when it comes to creating an industry buzz. Jack Singleton, the son of larrikin adman John, says that when the Jack Watts advertising agency started up in 1998 it was a small business. "Meaning we didn't have any clients," the 33-year-old laughs. These days it's a very different story, with their billings hitting the $52 million mark. ...
From God's house to the school house, Gemma Sisia has given many children the gift of education in Tanzania. With only $10 in her bank account, the former Guyra farm girl set up a school in Tanzania for poor but bright African children. Gemma found sponsors and supporters in Australia, and literally helped build the school - brick by brick - on an idyllic piece of land at the foot of Mount Meru in ...
Sichan Siv embodies the classic American dream come true. A refugee from Cambodia, he came to United States in 1976 with nothing but an education, and was nominated by President George W. Bush in October 2001 and unanimously confirmed by the Senate as the 28th Ambassador to the United Nations Economic and Social Council. From 2001 to 2006, he concurrently represented the United States at the U.N. ...
Ian, Steve, Lecky and James formed "The Six Foot Four" during a rehearsal of the Melbournaires Barbershop Chorus (in Melbourne, Australia) in March, 2000. As we are all at least six foot tall, Steve suggested that we call ourselves "The Six Foot Four". Ian (Lead) is the musical director of the Melbournaires and a former Baritone section leader. Steve (Bari) is the Bass section leader of the Melb ...
Arguably one of Australia's leading drivers of the 90's and part of the Holden Racing Team, Mark Skaife has an enviable reputation surrounded with success. In 2001 Mark succeeded in clenching his 2nd Championship for the Holden Racing Team, and 4th overall. A perfectionist, Mark is dedicated to constantly improving the performance of the teams racing Commodore, working constantly with his data and ...
Matt Skinner is an author, writer, consultant, and educator well-known to international audiences for his refreshing take on wine, and knack for making it simple. A strong believer that wine is for everyone, and that enjoying it is your right rather than your privilege, Matt has twice been short-listed for the IWSC International Communicator of the Year Award, is author of the awarded and internat ...
As "captain" of the B-105 Morning Crew - the number one rating breakfast radio programme for eight years, Ian steered the breakfast team daily with wit, generosity and astute professionalism. Ian has now moved to host the Triple M breakfast show and in their first ratings survey, lifted that show to become the number one radio breakfast show, beating his old radio team mates. He has an innate abil ...
Michael Slater was an Australian cricketer of world class standing. A combative and wholehearted cricketer, Michael Slater (affectionately known as "Slats") played many vital innings for New South Wales and as an Australian opener with his adventurous brand of strokeplay. Slat's is now forging a strong career in Australian media with a number of national and international commentary roles as we ...
The future of rugby league is in good hands with players like Billy Slater in the game. The Queensland excitement machine has been a revelation since he debuted for Melbourne, literally taking the NRL by storm. After a short time in the top grade, Slater has emerged as one of the brightest stars of the competition, with his electrifying pace and sublime footwork making him a standout of the Queens ...
Kate Slatter is widely regarded as Australia's leading female rower. She is able to draw on experiences from her success, training and also both her bachelor of science and commerce. ...