Joe Hanlon

Chief Operating Officer

Joe is responsible for identifying and developing the Foundation’s business and commercial fundraising income base. This includes developing commercial partnership programs with the business sector and overseeing the Foundation’s marquee fundraising events. Joe also leads the Foundation’s day-to-day operations and service delivery of the Cancer Patient Transport Service and Family Emergency Accommodation Service programs.

Joe brings a wealth of experience in business development, operations and marketing to his role having worked in the corporate and commercial business sector for more than 20 years and has developed significant commercial relationships with some of Australia’s most recognised brands. Joe has owned two successful small businesses on the Gold Coast, before leading commercial sponsorship acquisition for the Gold Coast Blaze National Basketball League franchise and the Brisbane Roar A League Football Club.

Joe spends every spare minute with his family, quite often going to the beach. He enjoys a good cook up, basketball, and is passionate about serving his community. Joe also loves his early cup of espresso and has a daily standing order at the Coffee Bug Cafe located in the hospital.