Stu has been working in music either as a musician or music industry worker for over 30 years and brings with him a diverse collection of experiences.

His previous roles vary broadly from CEO of Australian Independent Record Labels Association (AIR), running Q Music, serving on the Worldwide Independent Network (WIN) and managing the Licensing, Business and Public Affairs for Nightlife Music.

He has served on the Q Music and 4ZZZ Board of Directors, consulted to AIR as their Industry Advocacy and Government Relations Spokesperson and has also provided Industry and Government Relations expertise to the Australian Live Music Business Council (ALMBC) and served as their General Manager until the end of 2023 when he accepted the role as the General Manager of Creative, Programming and Production with the QMF running the Qld Music Trails.

He is also a creative business mentor, delivers strategic, business and policy advice for several clients. He is parochial to a fault when it comes to representing Australian music and the Australian business who support our musicians.