“I’m a man that has never been up easy street, i.e. everything I’ve done has been challenging. I’ve always dreamt BIG, worked hard, pitched and delivered everything to a standard or level that comprehensively and creatively exceeds expectations (mine that is). Twice married, two beautiful children to separate mums, made and lost fortunes, been brash, inappropriate and more. That said - I don’t dwell in the negative and I always endeavour to view things with a clean set of ‘entrepreneurial’ eyes. Additionally, as I’ve gotten older, increasingly empathy is a valued part of my life and reflections. So, like you I’m human, I’ve made mistakes and learnt from them. I’m not perfect, however every day I do my best to improve off the back of yesterday’s experiences and learning.”

“Doug is a futurist: one of those rare characters who can not only see over the bend of the horizon to what lies ahead, but who also has the ability to plan the path toward it, and then lead the way. He’s a lateral thinker, an excellent strategist and manager, a great communicator… and he gets things done!”