The Board
Peter Lawley OAM
President
Central Coast NSW Legacy
Peter Lawley OAM has been the CEO of Central Coast NSW Legacy since 2010 based in Gosford.
Central Coast NSW Legacy provides affordable housing and provides welfare support to over 900 beneficiaries on the Central Coast and support the families of veterans.
Pete’s past roles have included Chief Executive of Legacy Australia, CEO and Operations Manager of not-for-profit Aged Care and Retirement Village Operators, as well as Director of Corporate Services and Finance in NSW public hospitals and health services. Pete is also a current Director of Alino Living, a large not-for profit aged care provider on the Central Coast.
Pete has over 30 years senior management experience in Health and Aged Care Services, with qualifications in accounting and health management. Pete is a lifelong local of Gosford, has a passion for the region and as someone who had commuted for many years, understands the need for business opportunities to increase local employment as a priority. Having lived through over 50 years of changes in Gosford, Pete is committed to assist in progressing improvements to Gosford and surrounding suburbs, as well as the entire Central Coast region through local business networks.
Pete is current President of the Gosford Erina Business Chamber, has been on the Board for two years and a member for 12 years.
Michael Bell
Vice President
Bendigo Bank
Michael has worked in and around the City of Gosford for over 35 years with a career that has spanned finance, real estate and hospitality. Michael has previously held board positions with the East Gosford Business Chamber. Currently Michael is the Franchise Group CEO of Bendigo Bank Community Banks - East Gosford, Lisarow & Kincumber, where he has worked with local business owners for the past 20 years.
Michael is also a current Director and Life Member of Central Coast Leagues Club and holds GAICD qualification from the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Michael is looking forward to working with all stakeholders and contributing to getting business back to the Gosford CBD along with the greater Central Coast region.
David Evers
Treasurer
AdviceCo
David Evers is the Managing Director of AdviceCo (formerly Robson Partners) and leads a team of 28 staff in the areas of Accounting, Tax and Wealth for 2,000 clients.
With more than 30 years of professional experience, he has come to be trusted by many for his technical advice and pragmatic approach. David is passionate about using his knowledge to make a positive difference to the financial wellbeing of others.
AdviceCo is a gold sponsor of the Gosford Erina Coastal Chamber of Commerce and David is the current Treasurer. AdviceCo is strong advocate for business growth in the Central Coast region and has its head office in Gosford.
Greg Brownlow
Director
Central Coast Sports College
Greg Brownlow is the Business Development & Strategic Partnership Manager at Central Coast Sports College, where he has been a key figure since the college’s inception in 2013, holding a Senior Leadership position. Over the years, Greg has taken on multiple leadership roles, including Tennis Director and Head of Sport, before transitioning to his current role, which he has held for the past three years. Specialising in high-performance program development and strategic pathways, Greg also serves as the President of Berkeley Vale Soccer Club and Chairman of the Bella Manor Complex Committee. Armed with a degree in Business Administration, majoring in Marketing & Finance, Greg combines strategic leadership with effective business and senior management skills. Known for his teamwork, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach, Greg takes pride in building strong relationships and communicating with confidence, making him an influential leader in his field.
Darren Fischer
Director
Oddfish Media
Darren is the Director and General Manager of Oddfish Media, a company he established in 2005. Over the years, Oddfish Media has expanded its operations and now has offices in Sydney, Newcastle, and a central headquarters on the Central Coast. With a thorough understanding of the challenges that arise from our rapidly changing society and the constantly shifting marketing landscape, the company has the necessary expertise and resources to successfully navigate these dynamic environments with skill and adaptability.
"The Central Coast presents an exceptional environment for residential living and raising a family, showcasing a multitude of commendable qualities. As a Chamber member, it is of utmost importance that we consistently bolster our commitment to fostering a thriving business ecosystem. By ardently highlighting and effectively communicating our region's strengths as a prominent employment hub, we aim to leave a lasting impression on the Government and stakeholders alike."
Peggoty Koszek
Associate Director
Fortunity
Peggoty Koszek is an Associate Director of Central Coast Based Accounting, Audit and Financial Planning Firm Fortunity.
Fortunity are focused on providing positive outcomes tailored for small to medium sized businesses. They provide ethical and experienced advice to support their wide client base across many industries. Fortunity’s size allows them to match the client’s financial needs with a professional to best support their journey.
Peggoty has worked in taxation and business advisory services since graduating from University of Newcastle in 2007. Her career at Fortunity commenced shortly after in 2008, helping businesses meet their taxation and compliance requirements. Peggoty’s experience spans across many industries including construction, hospitality, medical & disability, real estate and investment operations.
Peggoty has developed a specialty to assist businesses implement and manage cloud-based accounting systems as well as assist with the ongoing management and development of financial internal controls. Peggoty has experience in Virtual CFO services to help support small to medium sized businesses with the growth and development of their internal financial expertise.
Previously Peggoty has sat on boards of local Not-for-Profit Organisations in the position of Treasurer to help guide and facilitate the implementation of financial polices to assist with risk management and minimisation.
Growing up in the heart of Gosford and staying there for almost 30 years, has given her a unique opportunity to witness the growth and development of the Gosford and Erina business district over the decades. She is passionate about ensuring the district continues to invest into the growth and development of local business through its business network.
She is proud Central Coast Mariners Supporter, attending games whenever she gets the chance to cheer the team along.
Mel Archer
Director
The Foundry Cowork
Mel started her first business, Netspin Creative, at the age of 24 whilst living in Sydney. To this day it is a successful design and marketing agency with clients in the financial services, pharmaceutical and health industries.
After moving to the Central Coast and working from home for over 10 years, Mel found the lack of human interaction affected her mental health. She identified a gap in the market on the Coast for affordable shared office space for workers wanting to escape the isolation of the home office and become part of a community. The Foundry Cowork Erina was born in 2018 and the business has since grown to a second location in Gosford with more locations to come.
Mel loves building community by connecting and collaborating with people. She is extremely passionate about the development of Gosford CBD and its future potential as a thriving coastal hub.
Nic Coffill
Director
Aubrey Brown Lawyers
Admitted to the Supreme Court of NSW and the High Court of Australia in 2009, Nic is a Director and the Team leader of our Commercial Law team. He joined the firm as a very welcome addition early 2018 after working as a lawyer in Sydney for twelve years. He brings extensive experience to the firm in a range of commercial law areas, including property development, business law, commercial leasing and commercial lending arrangements.
Nic’s witty sense of humour and cheerful, approachable disposition belie a fierce a determination to help his business clients in the most professional, efficient and commercially rewarding way possible. No challenge is too great. No matter how difficult the task at hand or the time pressures involved, Nic is renowned at the firm for his ability to smile and remain calm at all times. Our busy commercial clients value his pragmatic, no-nonsense approach and focus on the issues that will make or break a deal.
Outside work, Nic is a passionate long-term member of the Avoca Beach Football Club. Just don’t call it soccer or we’re not sure how he might react.
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