Peter Valilis | Project Director is an Australian born Greek who has lived in Sydney all his life. Peter has a very strong cultural and community conscience, and has made a commitment to bettering the lives of Aboriginal people. He began working for the AHC in 1999 as Project Manager, originally engaged to manage the relocation project; to demolish old housing stock on the Block and purchase replacement housing for relocating tenants; to develop a Master Plan in preparation for the new redevelopment project; and to implement best practice in operational and governance procedures and policies. In 1999 he co-authored the award winning Community Social Plan with Angie Pitts and he has represented the AHC in negotiations with the Federal, State and Local governments; the non-Aboriginal community; and the business community. His initial contract was for two years but the Board was so impressed with his ability to progress and manage the complexities of the redevelopment project that they changed his title to Project Director in 2003. Peter has over 15 years experience in the property industry and is a licensed Real Estate Agent, with several industry awards under his belt. Prior to joining the AHC he also received an Honors Degree in Political Science and Organisational Management, and he is currently studying for a Masters degree in Philosophy. Peter brings a fresh level of tenacity, honesty and professionalism to the project and is well respected and liked for his easy-going nature and egalitarian approach to people from all walks of life.