Strategic Integrity
We operate with transparency and excellence, ensuring every partnership and investment is built on a solid foundation of ethical practice and mutual trust.
Dean Haustead
Managing Director
Dean Haustead is a commercial real estate specialist, business development executive, and investment strategist with 20 years of experience driving high-value transactions and asset developments across Australia. As Managing Director at MIC, he leads the development of multi-sector investment strategies, operational frameworks, and large-scale marketing initiatives designed to bridge international commercial capital with high-impact projects.
Dean is an expert in structuring off-market commercial opportunities and has built an extensive professional network spanning key corporate and institutional investment markets. He combines expertise in finance, business development, and media activation to create four-pillar marketing campaigns that drive consumer engagement, brand development, and long-term growth. Through MIC, Dean is committed to fostering sports, streaming, and retail partnerships that deliver positive economic outcomes for communities, businesses, and stakeholders.
Our Mission & Core Values
Our Leadership Team
Dynamic Synergy
Our expertise lies in identifying the unique intersections where diverse Australian industries meet to create unprecedented value and breakthrough opportunities.
Dr. Nadine Shema
Head of Strategic Consulting - Director
Dr Nadine Shema is an experienced medical doctor, public health specialist, and community development specialist with over 18 years of experience across Australia and internationally. She is the Co-founder of the Great Lakes Agency for Peace and Development (GLAPD), and Director of MIC, an organisation dedicated to building meaningful cultural, community, and international partnerships.
Through MIC, Dr Shema has successfully facilitated international collaborations, including connecting an Australian football club with the Rwanda Football Federation, leading to a cultural and sporting exchange tour for Under-17 girls scheduled in Rwanda. Throughout her career, Dr Shema has worked with major institutions including UNHCR, UNSW, STARTTS, and the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Her work combines leadership, community development, health expertise, and a passion for creating opportunities that empower diverse communities both in Australia and internationally.
Forward Innovation
We bridge the gap between ambitious initial concepts and market-leading success through meticulous strategic consulting and targeted investment strategies.
Peter Appla
Marketing Frameworks - Partner
Peter Appla is a marketing strategist, entrepreneur, and innovation specialist with over 25 years of experience building businesses and brands across Australia. As Marketing & Innovation Partner at MIC, he leads the development of strategic marketing campaigns, media partnerships, and innovative projects designed to strengthen trade, tourism, and cultural connections between Australia and Rwanda.
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Peter is the founder of multiple successful businesses and has held senior leadership roles across financial services, healthcare, media, and technology sectors. He combines expertise in marketing, business development, and innovation to create impactful initiatives that drive engagement, investment, and long-term growth. Through MIC, Peter is committed to fostering meaningful partnerships that deliver positive outcomes for communities, businesses, and stakeholders across both countries.
Dean Haustead
Managing Director
Dean Haustead is a commercial real estate specialist, business development executive, and investment strategist with 20 years of experience driving high-value transactions and asset developments across Australia. As Managing Director at MIC, he leads the development of multi-sector investment strategies, operational frameworks, and large-scale marketing initiatives designed to bridge international commercial capital with high-impact projects.
Dean is an expert in structuring off-market commercial opportunities and has built an extensive professional network spanning key corporate and institutional investment markets. He combines expertise in finance, business development, and media activation to create four-pillar marketing campaigns that drive consumer engagement, brand development, and long-term growth. Through MIC, Dean is committed to fostering sports, streaming, and retail partnerships that deliver positive economic outcomes for communities, businesses, and stakeholders.
Dr Nadine Shema is an experienced medical doctor, public health specialist, and community development specialist with over 18 years of experience across Australia and internationally. She is the Co-founder of the Great Lakes Agency for Peace and Development (GLAPD), and Director of MIC, an organisation dedicated to building meaningful cultural, community, and international partnerships.
Through MIC, Dr Shema has successfully facilitated international collaborations, including connecting an Australian football club with the Rwanda Football Federation, leading to a cultural and sporting exchange tour for Under-17 girls scheduled in Rwanda. Throughout her career, Dr Shema has worked with major institutions including UNHCR, UNSW, STARTTS, and the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Her work combines leadership, community development, health expertise, and a passion for creating opportunities that empower diverse communities both in Australia and internationally.
Head of Strategic Consulting - Director
Dr. Nadine Shema
Building from the Ground Up
Pioneering strategic synergy across Australia's dynamic industrial landscapes through investment and marketing innerconnectivity.
Millenium Investment & Consulting Pty Ltd partners stand at the core of the Australian business environment. Our unique methodology integrates sophisticated marketing strategies with investment expertise, facilitating growth by connecting transformative ideas with established organisations. We are committed to fostering an ecosystem where opportunity meets craftsmanship, ensuring that every strategic partnership drives sustainable success across the strategic sectors of the Australian market.