Adam Rossow truly embodies the intersection of engineering expertise and regional opportunity. He is fortunate to live and work in a part of Australia that’s buzzing with exciting projects from major upgrades on existing facilities to brand new developments that embrace cleaner, greener technologies and deliver better returns for the resources sector. His career spans a variety of manufacturing environments, with a strong focus on safety, efficient systems and machine control.

Over the years, Adam has worked across brownfield upgrades and greenfield installations, holding roles as a mechanical, electrical, and control engineer from plant-based positions to national and even international responsibilities. His leadership and technical skills have seen him manage and contribute to teams delivering complex, high-value projects across Australia.

Adam also represents the Engineers Australia Gladstone Regional Group, part of a national organisation dedicated to advancing the engineering profession. In Gladstone, the group delivers professional development, networking opportunities and community education programs that highlight the critical role engineering plays in shaping our region’s future.

Wendy Bishop is the CEO of Projects One Safety Online and Industrial CQ. Through Projects One Safety Online Wendy is helping construction businesses streamline their safety compliance with smart, user friendly, online safety systems, that makes safety documentation easy to complete onsite with her team in only a few minutes. At the same time, her work with Industrial CQ brings expertise to industrial and commercial maintenance, delivering precision and reliability across floor grinding, joint repairs, large-scale cleaning, and specialised coatings. With certification for working at heights and deep knowledge in resin, two-pack paint, and low-light coatings, the team gets the job done safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard. Wendy’s mission across both businesses is clear: to make safety simple, scalable and effective, whether you're on site, in the workshop, or managing multiple projects across the region.

John Carr, Project CEO and Director of the Capricornia Energy Hub. With over 20 years of experience in engineering, project management, and stakeholder engagement, John is leading one of Queensland’s most significant renewable energy initiatives - the Capricornia Pumped Hydro project. John’s leadership philosophy is built on the belief that “people do projects,” shaping a collaborative and inclusive approach to project delivery. His career spans both client-side and consultancy roles, managing the successful execution of complex engineering developments and large-scale infrastructure projects.