In this episode of The Development Drum, Marina shares the journey behind her enduring passion for the industry, from early lessons and influential mentors to the values that guide her today. She talks about building and maintaining a brand and legacy with clarity of purpose, her collaborative leadership style, and why genuine connection with her team, peers, and the broader industry remains at the heart of everything she does. It’s an honest, insightful conversation with a leader who brings heart, humility, and purpose to her work.

Guest Bio: Marina is a highly respected industry leader with a career spanning property development, government, and the not-for-profit sector. As CEO of Mosaic, she is responsible for driving corporate strategy and operational excellence. Previously, as Chief Operating Officer, she played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s operational framework and overseeing its continued growth.

Before joining Mosaic, Marina served as CEO of the UDIA Queensland, where she led policy development, industry reform, and advocacy efforts — earning Life Membership in 2019 for her contributions. Earlier in her career, as CEO of Youngcare, she was instrumental in pioneering specialist housing solutions, setting new benchmarks for accessibility and independent living.

Marina has also held senior executive roles at Brisbane Marketing and served as Chief of Staff to the Lord Mayor of Brisbane. She has contributed to several boards, including South Bank Corporation and SEQ Water, bringing a wealth of strategic insight to every role.

About Your Host: Kirsty Chessher-Brown is the CEO of UDIA Queensland, a role she has held since 2018. She brings extensive experience in policy, stakeholder engagement, and research, and has played a key role in shaping state and local government policy. Kirsty is passionate about driving positive change in the development industry to create greener, smarter, and more resilient communities.

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