Mackay, Isaac and Whitsunday Region

Howard Hayes

Principal Trade and Investment Officer (TradeStart Advisor)

Howard joined TIQ in Mackay in February 2011. Prior to this, he held senior management positions (including roles in the retail, finance and insurance sectors) and also worked in business advisory roles with the Department of State Development and as a self-employed business advisor.

Having lived in Mackay for 30 years, Howard has strong networks within the business community. He has seen the peaks and troughs of the mining, sugar, education, beef and tourism industries, and is well positioned to identify opportunities for growth in this exciting region.