Professlonal Career:Ken has a pass mark from the 'University of Life', and appreciates two of the titles he has gathered along the way, 'The Peace Warrior' and 'The Change Master'.
He is quoted as saying, "Change is the greatest constant we have in life, embrace it with positive intention in every aspect".
Ken has a background in sales, marketing and management and in the last two decades, business and people development, and the passion to reduce the level of violence in society.
Ken has received acknowledgement for his work in community development, including:
- Member of The Order of Australia (AM) 2001
- Finalist for Senior Australian of the Year 2010
- The Advance Australia Award
- Rotary lnternationals Paul Harris Fellowship
- The Australian Centenary Medal 2001
- Australian Heads of Government National Violence Prevention Award
- National Crime and Violence Prevention Award
Ken has represented the community on the following high profile committees:
- NSW State Parole Authority
- Attorney General's Victims Advisory Board
- Victims of Crime Bureau lnteragency
Corrective Services Restorative Justice Advisory Committee
- NSW Sentencing Council
- Young Offenders Advisory Council
HOBBIES
- Sailing
- Reading
- Travelling
- Theatre and movies
Ken's great strengths lie in his diverse background, life experience and a determination to create positive outcomes for all he works with.