Writer
Peter Kent
University of Melbourne: B.Sc (hons) Chemistry, Biochemistry; PhD Chemistry.Career: Industrial chemical research – 5 years; Management consultant: 20 years, working for private sector and government clients in industries including petrochemical, health, food, manufacturing, defence, legal, professional and human services; with projects relating to manufacturing control, organisation development, systems development, marketing and strategic planning. Corporate executive: 5 years in telecommunications industry with responsibilities including product development, systems development and marketing. Community service: Lifeline counsellor and trainer – 5 years. Peter Kent is the founder of Restart Health Services: a charity for those with severe mental illness. restart.org.au