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Listen "#58 Outback Australia Local Govt Leadership, with Mount Isa CEO, David Keenan"
Episode Synopsis
David Keenan is CEO of the remote Australian city of Mount Isa, listed in Guinness Book of Records as the world’s biggest, land wise (43,310 sq. kms), bigger than Switzerland.
With a population of only 24,000 and known as the 'oasis of the outback', Mount Isa is 1,800 kilometres or a 20-hour drive from the state capital, Brisbane. Copper, lead, silver and zinc are produced in one of Australia’s biggest mining-smelting complexes with its towering smokestacks.
David Keenan is a values-driven leader, keen to see those around him succeed. Integrity, honesty, enthusiasm and dedication are values that drive David, as well as making a difference in the community.
With qualifications in Business, Public Sector Management and Town Planning, and having held CEO roles in growth area local government for over two decades, David Keenan is current CEO at Mount Isa City Council.
(In Australia local government entities are referred to as Councils, what listeners in other parts of the world might call counties or municipalities.)
During his tenures as CEO at various councils even before Mount Isa City Council, David:
led a values-based review of organisational culture
finalised local Indigenous Reconciliation
led urban renewal projects attracting investment
been involved in tourism and events
helped create 1,000 jobs in food processing, healthcare and
transport
through lateral thinking and effective advocacy, secured funding and grants
facilitated an award-winning medical precinct plan
ABOUT HOST, NINA SUNDAY CSP
Contact:
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Author of ‘Workplace Wisdom for 9 to thrive; the 12 soft skills everyone needs to know for workplace success', Nina frequents the speaking stage, in-person in Australia/New Zealand and virtually to international audiences from a professional studio on transforming team culture.
With a Bachelor of Arts and Diploma in Education, and graduate of the 3-year program of the Australian Film, TV and Radio School, Nina worked as a Production Manager in television, before founding the training organisation, Brainpower Training Pty Ltd, now leading a team of Facilitators Australia-wide.
Nina is a past chapter president of Professional Speakers Australia, a CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) and twice-certified CVP (Certified Virtual Presenter), which means she can present virtually for any timezone globally.
If Manage Self, Lead Others inspires you, book Nina as a virtual speaker for your conference globally. In person in Australia visit https://ninasunday.com .
Brainpower Training's face-to-face and online workshops in Productivity, Communication, Leadership or Change and will take your team to the next level. Visit: https://www.brainpowertraining.com.au/signature-programs/
Follow Nina Sunday on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninasunday/
The Manage Self, Lead Others podcast is mainly for experienced and aspiring managers to explore ways to elevate and transform team culture. Each week, Nina Sunday speaks with key experts from Australia and across the globe who share their insights in self-leadership and leading others.
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With a population of only 24,000 and known as the 'oasis of the outback', Mount Isa is 1,800 kilometres or a 20-hour drive from the state capital, Brisbane. Copper, lead, silver and zinc are produced in one of Australia’s biggest mining-smelting complexes with its towering smokestacks.
David Keenan is a values-driven leader, keen to see those around him succeed. Integrity, honesty, enthusiasm and dedication are values that drive David, as well as making a difference in the community.
With qualifications in Business, Public Sector Management and Town Planning, and having held CEO roles in growth area local government for over two decades, David Keenan is current CEO at Mount Isa City Council.
(In Australia local government entities are referred to as Councils, what listeners in other parts of the world might call counties or municipalities.)
During his tenures as CEO at various councils even before Mount Isa City Council, David:
led a values-based review of organisational culture
finalised local Indigenous Reconciliation
led urban renewal projects attracting investment
been involved in tourism and events
helped create 1,000 jobs in food processing, healthcare and
transport
through lateral thinking and effective advocacy, secured funding and grants
facilitated an award-winning medical precinct plan
ABOUT HOST, NINA SUNDAY CSP
Contact:
[email protected]
[email protected]
Author of ‘Workplace Wisdom for 9 to thrive; the 12 soft skills everyone needs to know for workplace success', Nina frequents the speaking stage, in-person in Australia/New Zealand and virtually to international audiences from a professional studio on transforming team culture.
With a Bachelor of Arts and Diploma in Education, and graduate of the 3-year program of the Australian Film, TV and Radio School, Nina worked as a Production Manager in television, before founding the training organisation, Brainpower Training Pty Ltd, now leading a team of Facilitators Australia-wide.
Nina is a past chapter president of Professional Speakers Australia, a CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) and twice-certified CVP (Certified Virtual Presenter), which means she can present virtually for any timezone globally.
If Manage Self, Lead Others inspires you, book Nina as a virtual speaker for your conference globally. In person in Australia visit https://ninasunday.com .
Brainpower Training's face-to-face and online workshops in Productivity, Communication, Leadership or Change and will take your team to the next level. Visit: https://www.brainpowertraining.com.au/signature-programs/
Follow Nina Sunday on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninasunday/
The Manage Self, Lead Others podcast is mainly for experienced and aspiring managers to explore ways to elevate and transform team culture. Each week, Nina Sunday speaks with key experts from Australia and across the globe who share their insights in self-leadership and leading others.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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