Meet the team

We're a team of passionate music enthusiasts and seasoned live music professionals, all committed to shaping the future of the industry.

Luke O'Sullivan

Founder & CEO

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What started out as a hope of building a better live music industry has turned into a thriving education institute. Luke is the founder and strategist behind Industri Education. Prior to this, he was the founder of the Hi Fi Group for over a decade, managing venues in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. His strong industry relationships have positioned him as a key player in Australia's live music industry who is vocal about the benefits of education in creating meaningful careers.

At Industri Education, Luke leverages his extensive network and deep industry insights to create unique opportunities for both the institution and its students. His strategic vision focuses on bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world industry demands, ensuring that Industri graduates are not just prepared, but are sought after in the live music industry.

Claire Bredenoord

Acting Head of Education

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Claire is an Education, Operations and Partnerships all rounder here at Industri. She works on educational design with our partners to bring learning opportunities to the students as well as teaches in the business course. Claire is passionate about justice for First Nations peoples and loves having a boogie at gigs of all genres and sizes.

Evet Jean

Head of Marketing and Industry Partnerships

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Evet provides course development expertise to Industri Education through his decades of experience in the live music industry and the performing arts sector. With a background in marketing, strategy and artist management, Evet has managed the careers of musicians with multiple ARIA award wins, platinum records, and live ticket sales in the hundreds of thousands both locally and internationally.

As someone who has managed careers from the ground floor to the arena stage, students can expect a special insight into understanding how live music economies function across marketing, strategy and the creative process.

Alexandra Smirneos

Course and Application Advisor

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Alex is our dedicated Application Advisor at Industri Education. As the first point of contact for new students, she expertly guides applicants through the enrollment process, ensuring a smooth transition into their educational journey. 

Beyond her role at Industri, Alex is a talented performer and songwriter, having collaborated with artists like Baker Boy, Emily Williams, Client Liaison, Em Rusciano, Market Memories and Sunshine & Disco Faith Choir. Drawing from her experiences as an independent artist, Alex is committed to fostering and uplifting emerging talent in the music industry.