Eric Bambaci is a seasoned business leader with over three decades of experience across hospitality, labour hire, and strategic advisory. From launching boutique ventures like The Dough Room to his role as Business Advisor at Flexistaff Group, Eric brings a rare combination of entrepreneurial energy, operational precision, and a guest-first mindset. His early leadership in specialised catering through HISP, and consulting for major venues such as Subiaco Oval, helped establish his reputation as a trusted partner in both hospitality and workforce solutions.

Known for his hands-on leadership and meticulous attention to detail, Eric thrives in fast-paced environments where quality and consistency matter. He works closely with teams to shape high-performing cultures and ensure every aspect of the customer and employee experience is thoughtfully executed. Whether scaling a start-up or advising established businesses, Eric’s approach is grounded in collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to delivering lasting value across the industries he serves.

Byron Wright is a distinguished hospitality leader renowned for crafting exceptional guest experiences and delivering bold, memorable concepts. With over 25 years at the forefront of the industry—working with iconic brands like Hyatt, Sofitel, and the acclaimed State Buildings—Byron has shaped some of Asia-Pacific’s most celebrated hospitality destinations. His hallmark is the ability to unite strategic vision with operational excellence, building brands with depth, leading dynamic teams, and creating experiences that resonate.

At the core of Byron’s leadership is an unwavering passion for people—both guests and the teams who serve them. He is driven to create spaces that are authentic, elevated, and thoughtfully curated, where service is not just delivered, but deeply felt. From launching world-class venues to reimagining brand identities, Byron approaches each project with purpose, creativity, and precision—consistently championing performance, innovation, and a culture of care.

Cassie Barraclough is a trusted operational leader known for bringing structure, clarity, and momentum to complex business environments. As Chief Administrative Officer, she plays a pivotal role in aligning people, processes, and performance across the organisation. With a sharp eye for detail and a strategic mindset, Cassie ensures that operations run seamlessly—enabling teams to thrive and leadership to focus on growth. Her approach is grounded in accountability, forward planning, and an unwavering commitment to operational excellence.

Cassie’s strength lies in her ability to translate vision into action—designing systems that support scale, enhance efficiency, and foster a positive, high-performing workplace culture. Whether refining internal workflows, guiding compliance and governance, or leading cross-functional collaboration, she brings calm, clarity, and a strong sense of purpose to everything she does. Driven by integrity and care, Cassie is a true culture carrier and a cornerstone of organisational stability.

Lara Henneker brings a thoughtful, people-first approach to every role she undertakes—shaped by a diverse career that bridges hospitality, telecommunications, law, and commercial enterprise. With a natural ability to connect with others and navigate complex challenges, Lara's early grounding in customer service and management instilled a deep appreciation for clarity, communication, and care. After transitioning into the legal profession, she was admitted to practice in 2015 and has since honed her expertise in commercial litigation, complemented by her strategic leadership as Commercial Manager of a long-standing labour hire business.

Balancing legal precision with commercial insight, Lara plays a pivotal role in managing risk and driving operational outcomes. Her commitment to governance and collaboration is further reflected through her board position with an aged care provider and executive and company secretary roles across a range of corporate and not-for-profit organisations. Known for her calm confidence and attention to detail, Lara brings integrity, accountability, and a genuine team spirit to every environment she’s part of.