Anthony William Hickey OAM holds a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) from the University of Queensland. He was a founding partner of one of Gold Coast’s largest legal firms, Rapp Hickey Morgan Power, before establishing and chairing his own firm Hickey Lawyers in 1993. His legal experience includes expertise in property development, tourism and construction law, and commercial litigation. Mr Hickey is also the founder and chair of Hickey Management, a business dedicated to providing successful business outcomes in Australia, particularly for overseas-based investors.On 26 January 2017, the Governor General of Australia awarded him the Order of Australia Medal as recognition of his service to the Gold Coast Community and charitable organisations. Mr Hickey is also chair of the Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal for South East Queensland, director of Titans Rugby League, chair of School Council at Somerset College in Gold Coast, contributor to the Bond University Vice Chancellor’s Mentoring Program for Indigenous Education and Engagement, deputy chair of the Bleached Arts Ltd Board, committee member of the Salvation Army Queensland Advisory Board, and trustee of Gold Coast City Council Mayoress Charity Fund.