managing director
Dan is the Managing Director and majority owner of Indigenous Business Growth (IBG). A proud Wiradjuri man, he leads the strategic direction of the business, client engagement and long-term growth across civil infrastructure, engineering and major projects.
Before establishing IBG, Dan built a career in high-performance professional sport, representing Australia and competing for more than two decades in elite domestic and international cricket. That background shaped a leadership style grounded in discipline, performance, accountability and long-term relationships.
At IBG, Dan brings those qualities together with a strong understanding of people, trust and stakeholder engagement to help build commercially credible partnerships across infrastructure and project delivery environments.
Co-founder
With over 25 years of experience in the construction and civil engineering sectors, James is a highly accomplished senior executive known for driving substantial business growth, building high-performing teams, and consistently exceeding P&L targets. Having held senior leadership roles within several of Australia’s largest Tier 1 construction companies, James combines a strategic mindset with a strong client-focused approach to work winning, business development, and operational delivery.
With a background in both construction management and engineering recruitment, supported by a Civil Engineering degree and an MBA, James brings a unique cross-industry perspective to leadership, strategy, and customer engagement. Known for innovative problem-solving, a big-picture focus, and translating strategic plans into on-the-ground results, James is passionate about building sustainable, successful businesses.
co-founder
A results-driven business development leader with over 20 years of experience driving revenue growth, market expansion, and strategic sales initiatives across mining, civil engineering, and transport infrastructure. I bring a rare combination of technical expertise in engineering and commercial acumen, with predominantly consultant style engagements, having worked as a mining surveyor and engineering surveyor in underground and surface mines and tunnels alongside engineers and geotechnical professionals.
My career has been defined by delivering high-impact growth for businesses ranging from SMEs to global organisations. I specialise in selling services, securing exclusive contracts, expanding markets, and providing strategic consulting. With a vast network of industry leaders – including influential people and decision makers from Tier 1 and Tier 2 contractors, engineering consultancies, local and international mining houses and contractors and government bodies – I connect businesses with the right opportunities to accelerate success.
