Member Spotlight – Dr Leon Stensholm
Founder, Lookout 07 and Body and Mind By Leon
Where do you live?
Mountain Creek
Tell us about your family?
Wife of 22 years, Renee and daughter Indi, 20.
Favourite location on the Sunshine Coast?
Oh, that easy: my surf spot – Kawana Beach Access 214-215.
Which local person inspires you?
Dave and Ang Campbell. When I had the vision of building Lookout 07, they stepped in with a similar vision and selflessly donated a substantial amount of money. With their support, we’ve been able to reach 15,000 youths in just over two years.
Favourite local business?
Costa Homes, Kawana Flooring, SCF Solutions and Super View. These local organisations have been providing ongoing support to Lookout 07 for the kids, and unconditional support to me when I simply needed a friend.
Best thing about living on the Coast?
The feeling, the people and the energy. I also love the community spirit. In a world at present that is lacking hope and faith, this provides a massive opportunity to help bring people together.
How long have you been a Chamber member?
I’ve only just joined this year.
What’s the best thing about being a Chamber member?
The people, the connections, the energy and the fun. Everyone has a story. I believe that if you show interest in people, you will be surprised at what you can learn.
Favourite Chamber event?
I was honoured to be the host of a Coffee + Connect event last year. This was a humble, proud moment for myself and my team at Lookout 07. The opportunity to have 80 great men and women at our facility at the one time was incredible. The Chamber members showed nothing but praise, respect and admiration for our program and the results we have achieved. This highlighted how this remarkable group of people lift each other up and support everyone’s journey and innovation.
How can the Coast be improved?
The whole world could do with a mini makeover. We have all become so busy, and probably forget to check in on others, as well as ourselves, or make others feel special, valued and loved. I want the whole Coast to experience the love I have in my heart from doing community work that sacrifices our own needs in order to add value to others that are really in need.
What excites you about the future of the region?
The vision and opportunity Lookout 07 will provide our youth and families. My vision is to have multiple youth facilities built with flexi schools over the next five years. This will give all kids opportunities that they currently may not have, due to personal challenges, setbacks or learning challenges.
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