Mario Gomes' career spans the commercial sector as well as the community sector. As associate creative director in one of the world’s largest advertising networks, he created award-winning campaigns for international clients. Driven by the desire to give back to the community in a tangible way, he moved to the community sector in 2008. At Mission Australia, Mr Gomes experienced the privilege of reaching out to people with significant life challenges. He is the business development & marketing manager of Holyoake.