FPA Australia President Mark Potter and CEO John Collie wish to make themselves available to the industry to answer any questions. Feel free to ask any questions on industry or FPAAustralia related topics.
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FPA Australia President Mark Potter and CEO John Collie wish to make themselves available to the industry to answer any questions. Feel free to ask any questions on industry or FPAAustralia related topics.
Mark started in the fire management industry nearly 30 years ago.
His career includes practitioner and executive level roles with Country Fire Authority (Victoria), TAFE Gippsland, and Fire Protection Association Australia.
Mark’s consulting organisation works mostly in bushfire risk and mitigation, with a particular focus on strategic land use planning and the renewable energy sector.
He has participated in the development of various Australian Standards including fire hydrant systems, bushfire sprinklers and home sprinklers.
John was officially appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of FPA Australia in October, 2023.
John brings a wealth of knowledge and extensive leadership experience to the position, serving in senior executive roles for the past decade.
His most recent role was with Airmaster, where he was Group General Manager – Fire, where he helped to steer the organisation to be an industry leader in the HVAC maintenance and fire protection sectors.
Before that, he worked for 20 years in the materials sector, with 15 years performing various roles for CSR, with expertise in construction, building materials, civil infrastructure, contracting, and industrial services.
Those positions saw him actively involved with various associations and community non-profit organisations, such as the Australian Glass and Glazing Association, Australian Window Association, and Insulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance.
John holds a master’s degree in science from Northeastern University in Boston and a master’s degree in commerce from Swinburne University in Melbourne, and has been a guest lecturer at the latter, teaching undergraduate change managers and innovators.
John takes an holistic approach to innovation and efficiency and is a strong advocate for collaboration, community engagement, and the promotion and advancement of fire protection in Australia.
