Scentre Group’s Head of Parking and Valet, Derek Cable, has been announced as the 2024 recipient of the Shopping Centre Council of Australia’s (SCCA) 2024 Frank Lowy Fellowship.
Proudly supported by Scentre Group, the Frank Lowy Fellowship is an industry initiative of the SCCA and recognises emerging leaders who have demonstrated innovation and distinction in their professional field and who have made a significant contribution to the shopping centre industry.
Derek Cable, has been recognised with the prestigious award for his innovative work across Scentre Group’s Westfield destinations, including the introduction of ticketless parking, new business intelligence platforms and the establishment of a national call centre for car park operations.
The Frank Lowy Fellowship was established in 2016 in recognition of the contribution made by Sir Frank Lowy AC to the Australian shopping centre industry and is awarded to an emerging leader who has demonstrated distinction in their professional field and a commitment to industry excellence.
QIC’s Nathan Maroon has also been recognised with a Highly Commended award following his development of QIC’s marketing traffic and sales attribution model.
Sir Frank Lowy AC said: “As the Fellowship again recognises the important contributions made by individuals to our industry, it is pleasing to see this year’s nominees represent such a broad range of specialties – from Marketing, Procurement, Parking, Design, Property, Data and Leasing – all who have excelled in their fields.
“I would like to acknowledge and congratulate all the nominees. It is wonderful to hear about the immense talent, innovation and extraordinary leadership in the shopping centre industry.”
Anthony Mellowes, Chairman of the SCCA and CEO of Region Group said: “We congratulate the 2024 Frank Lowy Fellowship recipient, Derek Cable for his innovation, collaboration and leadership. Derek is being recognised for his work in improving car park operations, easing the process and saving valuable time for millions of customers who visit shopping centres across Australia every day.
“Congratulations also to Nathan Maroon on being awarded Highly Commended in this year’s Frank Lowy Fellowship. Nathan’s work has revolutionised how QIC measures marketing campaign spending, resulting in improved outcomes and great efficiencies. Well done Nathan!”
Elliott Rusanow, Fellowship Sponsor, CEO of Scentre Group and SCCA Deputy Chair said: “The Frank Lowy Fellowship remains an important initiative to recognise the work of individuals such as Derek and Nathan, and the contribution they make to our sector.
“Scentre Group is proud to support the Fellowship and provide a $20,000 contribution towards the recipient’s professional development. We’re excited that Derek has chosen to utilise the Fellowship to expand his knowledge of digital parking solutions and the customer experience benefits they can provide, and learn more on how third-party system integrations address the challenges of high-traffic parking environments.”
Angus Nardi, Chief Executive of the SCCA said: “The SCCA is proud to support the Frank Lowy Fellowship as it continues to recognise emerging and talented leaders, and their outstanding achievement to the shopping centre industry. We are proud that the Frank Lowy Fellowship, named in recognition of the work of Sir Frank Lowy AC, continues to champion leadership and innovation in the shopping centre sector.”
2024 Frank Lowy Fellowship Nominees:
- Carolyn Agar Organisation Capability Manager, Scentre Group
- Scott Bradburn Head of Customer Insight & Data Innovation, Retail The GPT Group
- Derek Cable (Winner) Head of Parking and Valet, Scentre Group
- Timothy Canipel Group Design Manager, Scentre Group
- Yasmin Chrzescijanski National Manager Marketing & Customer, Mirvac
- Megan Grieve Head of Commercial Procurement, Scentre Group
- Richard Guy Head of Innovation & Enablement, Vicinity Centres
- Kali Hamilton Regional Leasing Manager, Vicinity Centres
- Ashley Kerr Group Product Manager, Scentre Group
- Nathan Maroon (Highly Commended) Digital Marketing Manager, QIC
- Fiona Papworth Head of Property Management, Stockland
- Katie Paull General Manager Asset Management, Scentre Group
- Amy Wotton General Manager Brand & Marketing, Vicinity Centres
The 2024 Fellowship was judged by a panel comprised of Anthony Mellowes, CEO, Region Group and SCCA Chairman; Elliott Rusanow, CEO, Scentre Group; Peter Huddle, CEO and Managing Director, Vicinity Centres; Kylie O’Connor, CEO Investment Management, Stockland and; Alison Flemming, General Manager, Portfolio Management – Retail, Mirvac.
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