Tim Browne
Chief Executive Officer
Tim is a high-level manager, governance and performance driven leader with over 18 years’ experience in both public and private sectors.
Tim’s purpose is to strategically lead high performing teams that deliver outstanding results. Being driven by continual improvement through collaboration and innovation opportunities, Tim engages with and supports teams to connect strategic objectives to focus on proactive initiatives utilising technology as well as building skills within the team to achieve operational excellence.
Tim has worked in Environmental Consultancies, in lead roles, both locally and on a National level. Tim holds a Masters Environmental Management, Bachelor of Science, Earth and Environmental, is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and is currently completing a Masters of Business Administration.
Tim has extensive experience in strategic and operational environments, most recently as the Manager of City Works, responsible for many operational staff working across diverse areas of City Construction, City Infrastructure, City Presentation and City Buildings and Support. Prior to City Works, Tim held the position of Environmental Systems Manager, where he actively engaged in collaboration with stakeholders, providing strategic leadership to enhance and protect the community and manage environmental risks sustainably.
Prior to working at Lake Macquarie City Council, Tim worked as a consultant focused on environmental and planning projects helping clients successfully gaining project approval across all levels of Government. Tim has led the delivery of projects through the planning and implementation phase, working across industries including infrastructure, mining and quarrying, state and local government. Tim has extensive experience in negotiation and influence with local, state and federal government agencies.
Wayne Diemar
Business Retention & Growth Manager
Wayne has held high-level management roles for over 25 years, working across organisations ranging from major tier-one companies to family-owned businesses.
He has worked in the manufacturing, energy, resources, construction, and engineering sectors, and brings to Dantia extensive experience and strong networks that support businesses across the Lake Macquarie region. Wayne holds an MBA and a Diploma in Management and Leadership and has recently achieved Australian Certified Economic Developer (ACEcD) status through the Economic Development Association (EDA), the national industry benchmark for professionals in this field.
Wayne’s areas of expertise include writing and managing grant applications, overseeing budgets, and facilitating programs that support business growth. He is experienced in driving process improvements and developing high-performing teams through training, coaching, and mentoring.
Wayne has managed project development from initiation through to completion across Australia and has facilitated international trade missions to destinations including Vietnam, Myanmar, China, Chile, Japan, and Korea. He has also provided guidance and business intelligence to organisations seeking to expand into international markets.
Kim Liddell
Director – Investment and Innovation
Angela Jones
Executive Assistant
Angela is a seasoned Executive Assistant and Personal Assistant with a proven track record of success across diverse industries, including mining, banking, and telecommunications.
She brings a wealth of experience, adaptability, and professionalism to every role, consistently supporting executives with efficiency and discretion.
A proactive and strategic multi-tasker, Angela’s career has been dedicated to supporting executives and boards in achieving seamless and effective governance.
Char-lee Chambers
Investment and Business Growth Officer
Char-lee is an Australian Certified Economic Developer (ACEcD) with experience spanning economic development, destination marketing, tourism and stakeholder engagement across local government and industry. Having worked across Western Australia and New South Wales, she has delivered initiatives that support the visitor economy, strengthen industry collaboration and connect businesses, government and local communities.
With a relationship-driven approach, Char-lee is known for building trusted partnerships and turning engagement into meaningful outcomes. She brings practical expertise in business support, program delivery and stakeholder engagement, helping drive economic growth and opportunities across the Lake Macquarie region.