Having graduated from the University of Western Australia in 2011, Eli has had the opportunity to work across a variety of industries, helping to pioneer business, operational excellence and Guest service. As the State Manager for a leading apparel manufacturer and retailer, the State Operations Manager and National Training Consultant for the Zambrero Group, and in recent years the Business Development Manager for the Funday Entertainment Group, Eli has embraced the challenges and celebrated the successes in each role.

Eli’s passion for the tourism industry has led to additional accreditations by the Tourism Council of Western Australia and in 2015 The Maze, home of Outback Splash was awarded a Gold Membership, recognised for quality Guest experience and visitor growth following the opening the waterslide playground in 2013.

Working with the City of Wanneroo, the City of Swan and the Western Australian Department of Planning for both The Maze, home of Outback Splash and the Wanneroo Botanic Gardens; Eli has successfully gained planning approvals for two 17 metre water slide towers, a 35 metre kids splash zone opened in 2016, and a series of unique experiences at the Groups’ School Camp and Botanic Garden location.

“I have been involved with the Engaging Education Student Business Conference since its introduction in 2017, hosting the Innovation Workshop. I thoroughly enjoy being a part of what is a truly a unique opportunity, being able to speak to and inspire an exceptional group of young people who are showing an interest in all facets of business from a young age. I have thoroughly enjoyed presenting at the Student Business Conference over the past 2 years. While I am relatively young myself, it is a humbling and rare opportunity to pass on the practical knowledge I have gained and lessons I have personally learned in business. Hosting the innovation session has allowed for really positive reflection on the business life-cycles I have been a part of and I have been surprised by the interesting ideas and questions that the students have generated.”