DBC appoints Chief Operating Officer to drive growth

Destination Brisbane Consortium (DBC) has announced the appointment of Justin Casey as Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead strategy and operations across the $3.6 billion Queen’s Wharf Brisbane precinct.

The announcement follows DBC’s successful refinancing and equity transaction in March to acquire 100% ownership of Queen’s Wharf Brisbane, and comes at a pivotal time as DBC evolves from a development- led organisation to a fully integrated owner-operator.

Ms Wendy Chiu, DBC’s Chair and Executive Director, as well as the Joint Managing Director of Far East Consortium International Limited (HKSE: 35), said Mr Casey’s appointment reinforces the consortium’s commitment to operational excellence and long-term value creation for stakeholders, partners, and the Queensland economy.

“Queen’s Wharf Brisbane is one of Australia’s most significant tourism, leisure and entertainment destinations. Following the successful refinancing and consolidation of ownership, DBC is uniquely positioned to unlock the precinct’s full potentials,” Ms Chiu said.

“The appointment of Justin as COO ensures we have strong leadership capability, supporting me, to drive this vision and deliver a world-class integrated resort experience, alongside strong governance and regulatory alignment.”

Mr Casey, who stepped into the role in February, has an impressive career, spanning more than 35 years across the global gaming, hospitality and tourism sectors, including senior positions at Crown Resorts Australia, Wynn Resorts Macau and The Galaxy Entertainment Group Macau.

Mr Casey said he welcomed the opportunity to lead the group’s operations at this defining moment.

“It’s an incredible privilege to join DBC at such an important juncture in its journey.” Mr Casey said.

“We have a generational opportunity to redefine tourism, hospitality and entertainment for the city and with that comes considerable economic and community benefits, not only for Brisbane but for Queensland’s tourism economy more broadly.

“My priority is to work closely with our expert team and precinct partners to drive operational excellence and regulatory compliance, pioneer innovative guest experiences, and deliver measurable value.”

Spanning more than 12 hectares on Brisbane’s river edge, Queen’s Wharf Brisbane is one of the largest tourism and entertainment projects in Australia.

The precinct brings together world-class hotels, dining, gaming, retail and vibrant public spaces.