Katie Kelly OAM PLY is a prominent disability and inclusion advocate, a two-time Paralympian, and a two-time World Champion in Para-triathlon. She made history by winning Australia's first gold medal in Para-triathlon at the 2016 Rio Paralympics and retired from the sport after competing in the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics. Katie is the Founder and Director of the Sport Access Foundation, an organisation dedicated to providing grants for young Australians with disabilities. Professionally, she serves as the Disability Engagement Manager for MEGT, a national employment service provider. She is also a board member of Achieve Australia, an Industry Fellow with Griffith University’s Disability Inclusive Council, an Ambassador for the Australian Sporting Alliance for People with Disability, and an Ambassador for Next Sense(formerly the Royal Deaf Blind Institute for Children).

Anthea Holmes is the founder and Senior Trainer at Gold Coast based dog trainers, ‘Found by The Hound’ and boasts 40 years of dog training experience. She has collaborated extensively with state and local government departments, notably training fire ant detection dogs for Biosecurity Queensland and leading dog attack counselling programs for City of Gold Coast and Logan City Council. Anthea has dedicated 18 years to training assistance dogs and contributed to the advisory board for Guide, Hearing &Assistance Dogs Queensland. She has also established therapy dog teams for Variety the Children’s Fund, which serve aged care facilities, hospitals, and corporate environments. Anthea also leads the training program for Gold Coast Airport’s therapy dog ‘AmbassaPAW’ initiative, ensuring the airport therapy dogs are well-suited to a busy airport environment.

David McCue has over 33 years of experience in the aviation industry, including key roles as a Duty Manager at Gold Coast Airport and the Group Safety Manager at Oceania Aviation. He is a qualified Workplace Rehabilitation Coordinator and has played a crucial role in airport safety throughout his career.  David has held roles with Qantas, Malindo and Nauru Airlines, Alice Springs Airport, and also trained as a ramp contingency team member at LAX. Since retiring in 2022, David has dedicated himself to full-time care for his wife, who has Multiple Sclerosis, and actively contributes to inclusive travel groups, providing valuable insights and advice on improving accessibility within the travel industry.  
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Dr. Tom Tutton is the Executive Manager at Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) and has dedicated 18 years to supporting people with autism in challenging situations in schools, family homes and communities through direct service, training, writing and research. Trained as a Clinical Psychologist in the UK, Tom is committed to fostering inclusive environments through evidence-based practices and partnerships. He leads Aspect's Autism Friendly initiative, which collaborates with various sectors, including airports, transport systems, and cultural institutions, to create an autism-friendly Australia.

Dr. Reza Borzou is a surgeon and university lecturer dedicated to advancing accessibility, community inclusion, and reducing stigma for people with disabilities. He founded Australia's first non-government Health Promotion Unit in partnership with the Gold Coast City Council, promoting physical and mental well-being through active lifestyles. In 2020, after a spinal cord injury, he combined his professional expertise with personal experience to advocate for the disability community. His work focuses on human rights, accessible housing, healthcare equity, and inclusion in the National Disability Insurance Scheme, especially for those over 65. In 2022, Dr. Borzou made history as Australia's first paraplegic surgeon. In addition, the first paraplegic doctor to join the Formula 1 medical team.  

Brett Morris is a dedicated travel consultant and an advocate for accessibility and inclusion. Brett began his career in the travel industry through his volunteer work at Gold Coast Airport, where his passion for the sector was first ignited. Over the past four years, Brett has gained extensive experience in various roles within the travel industry. Recently, his dedication and expertise were recognised with a nomination for the prestigious National Travel Industry Awards in the category of Most Outstanding Travel Consultant in Leisure. Beyond his professional achievements, Brett enjoys playing wheelchair rugby, competing both socially and in the National League. He is also passionate about adrenaline-driven sports including water skiing and snow skiing.