Simon Dulhunty
Simon is the former Chairman of the Kennedy Foundation, a not-for-profit supporting excellence in Australian journalism. He over saw the Kennedy national media awards, a scholarship and mentoring program for young journalists, and a charitable wing aiding media workers in hardship. With 25 years of experience in print and digital media, Simon was Editor of The Sun-Herald and General Manager of Fairfax Media’s mobile development team. He currently serves as a board member and advisor to several companies and runs a media and communications advisory business. Simon is also a founding Director of OnlyFacts, a data start-up focused on improving access to climate and sustainability information.
Mark Sutton
Mark Sutton is one of Australia’s most versatile and accomplished communications practitioners, with a remarkable career spanning journalism, politics, and strategic communications. Beginning as a journalist working for regional papers and television, he rose to become Supervising Producer of National Nine News’ Early Morning News in Sydney, where he managed a team of 12 professionals producing over two hours of daily news. Transitioning into political communications, Sutton served as a media adviser and Chief of Staff to a State Government Minister who later became Premier of NSW, and subsequently led the Sydney office of a national public affairs company. Throughout his career, he has leveraged his extensive media and government experience to provide sophisticated issues and crisis management services, working with high-profile private sector clients and leading teams of former government advisers and journalists on significant projects like the Lane Cove Tunnel and Railcorp’s $6 billion carriage replacement program.
James Tong
James Tong has 30 years of experience in marketing, promotion, and the real estate industry. He is best known as the founder of Domain Chinese, now called Wexpo, one of the most popular real estate information hub and social network for Chinese buyers and investors in Australia. As a prominent commentator and analyst on real estate development, James provides expert insights into the Australian property market. Wexpo connects Chinese-speaking audiences with property advice, investment opportunities, and industry trends. He is also the founding chairman of the Australian Chinese Primary Industry Council, which supports agribusinesses through the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement (ChAFTA). In 2015, James was invited to participate in the Premier’s Multicultural Media Awards judging panel (NSW), recognizing his contributions to multicultural media. His extensive experience makes him a trusted voice in property and cross-border business.
Chunhong Ke
Ms. Chunhong Ke is a Senior Economist with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, whose career includes key financial leadership roles at Wuhan Puquan Furniture & Decoration Design Company and Wuhan Nongshang Environmental Co., Ltd., where she has served as Financial Manager, Director, and Shareholder. She has been recognized for her exceptional contributions to financial management, receiving honors such as the “Outstanding Middle-aged and Young Expert of Jiang’an District” in 2019 and the “Outstanding CFO Award” in 2020. Ms. Ke played a pivotal role in the successful IPO of Nongshang Environmental in 2016, driving its financial growth and fostering technological innovations. Her financial expertise has been instrumental in guiding the company to receive numerous awards for landscaping and urban construction projects across China.
Alex Chen
With a multifaceted background in real estate, immigration, and cultural engagement, Alex Chen brings a wealth of experience to the Living Idea Awards. Starting as an international student in Australia, Alex developed a deep understanding of the real estate market through hands-on roles in property sales and development, coupled with exclusive interviews with leading figures in China’s real estate sector. His involvement in the study abroad and immigration fields has sharpened his insight into the diverse needs of global communities. Additionally, his position as Vice President of the NSW Chinese Debating Association underscores his commitment to cultural exchange and community impact. These experiences uniquely position Alex to support the Living Idea Awards’ vision, championing sustainable development and innovation that address the evolving needs of Australia’s urban landscape.