In this week's episode of the Emajin Golf podcast Beyond the 19th, we talk with David Salim, CEO of Hetherington Legal. He shares his story about family, the law journey, and his passion for giving back.

David studied law and commerce and worked in local suburban practices and parliament before starting as a law graduate at Hetherington Legal. A national law firm, Hetherington has been operating for over 40 years, supporting businesses within the resources field in Australia and internationally, including ASX-listed firms, and providing compliance management and regulatory roles.

Starting over 15 years ago, David, who progressed through Hetherington to the current role of CEO, speaks passionately about the great people in the sector and how he has been adapting the business from its early focus on tenement, the right to mine, to providing the legal and environmental support through policy transition towards the growth of critical mineral mines that include solar, wind, and hydro, which push us towards zero omissions and sustainability goals.

We discover that David and his wife, Vivian Salim non-Executive Director, have created a fourth pillar at Hetherington dedicated to social impact and focused on making a difference within the community. Proactively, the team has done a lot in raising awareness for key causes, including Autism Australia and Sydney Children's Hospital, and finding ways to ensure more schools have the capacity to provide spaces for special needs.

This was a very engaging listen. We learn David has made it to his bucket golf course at King Island, but you will enjoy learning about his 4 Ball dream team and his favorite drink on the 19th; maybe you can shout him at the next Emajin event. 

David's tip for the community: Golf is about sharing. When you are playing golf with someone for over four hours, you do not talk about work; you share what is going on in your life, building the relationship and trust that will enable the business to follow.