Meet Garry Goodman, a prominent figure in the Gold Coast business scene and a driving force behind Eximm Group. With over 30 years of entrepreneurial experience, Garry has led Eximm Group to become a thriving service company offering a diverse range of essential departments.

Recently, Garry expanded his ventures with the launch of Eximm Sport, a sports management company focused on various aspects of the sports industry. Garry’s dedication extends beyond business, as he actively contributes to grassroots sports development, notably serving as Head of Women’s Football at the Broadbeach Cats. Recognised for his contributions, Garry sits on the boards of Disability Sport Australia and the Gold Coast Sporting Hall of Fame, championing inclusivity and excellence in sports.

Garry’s wealth of experience in both business and sport equips him to provide invaluable mentorship and guidance to the Eximm Sport team, athletes, and clubs, ensuring success across all fronts.

Danika Goodman is one of Southeast Queensland’s most dynamic young leaders in sport and community development, renowned for her ability to deliver high-impact events and build meaningful pathways for athletes. As Community Development Manager at Eximm Sport and Operations Manager at Sports Gold Coast, Danika spearheads some of the city’s most prestigious initiatives — including the Gold Coast Sports Awards, which celebrate Olympians, Paralympians, grassroots heroes, and trailblazers shaping the region’s sporting future.

Danika is also the driving force behind Grow for Gold, a flagship legacy program providing long-term funding and support to Gold Coast athletes on the road to Brisbane 2032. Through this initiative, she has secured more than $300,000 in athlete funding, helping young athletes access the resources they need to perform on the world stage.

An AFL Players’ Association Accredited Agent, Danika leads Eximm Sport’s talent management division, guiding emerging AFL talent and professional athletes with the same precision and care she applies to her event delivery. Her expertise spans community sport, high-performance environments, grant funding, marketing, and athlete management — making her a trusted advocate for both clubs and individuals.

Passionate, organised, and relentlessly driven, Danika is committed to using sport as a platform for opportunity, connection, and inclusion — ensuring the next generation of athletes, volunteers, and sporting leaders have the chance to thrive.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A dual-club stalwart, inaugural Gold Coast Sun, and Brisbane Lions Best and Fairest winner, Michael Rischitelli carved out a remarkable 16-year AFL career built on resilience, leadership, and unwavering professionalism. With 243 AFL games under his belt—making him the second most experienced AFL player to become an accredited agent—Michael brings rare insight into what it truly takes to succeed at the elite level.

From his early days at the Brisbane Lions, where he broke into a premiership-era squad, to becoming a cornerstone of the Suns’ foundation team, Rischitelli has seen and lived every chapter of the modern footballer’s journey. He understands firsthand the pressure, the sacrifice, the transition, and the triumph.

Post-retirement, Michael has remained close to the game he loves, building strong relationships across clubs, coaches, and player development programs. His transition into player management is a natural progression—an opportunity for him to give back to the game by guiding the next generation of stars with authenticity, care, and a deep understanding of what truly matters.

With a no-nonsense approach, strong values, and a reputation for humility and hard work, Michael is perfectly placed to be a trusted advisor, advocate, and mentor. His playing experience across two AFL clubs, including a leadership role in a young expansion side, gives him a unique perspective on career longevity, development pathways, and the off-field challenges that athletes face.

With his insider’s perspective and genuine passion for the game, Michael Rischitelli is precisely the person you want in your corner as you embark on your AFL journey.

Contact Michael: Eximmsport@eximm.com

Paul Coughlan is the Business Development Executive at Eximm, where he collaborates with our sports department to oversee the consulting, quoting, and delivery of our sport building projects. Drawing from a robust background in construction and security industries, Paul brings valuable expertise to the table. His passion for non-profit communities and dedication to fostering strong client relationships underscore his commitment to delivering exceptional results.

Qualifications

• Certificate III Carpentry
• Certificate IV Building & Construction
• NDIS Accredited
• Builder Licences QLD, NSW, VIC & South Australia

Licenses and Accreditations

Hope Branch is a dynamic professional studying a Bachelor of Business from Bond University, graduating in April 2025. With a background in event coordination, marketing and administration, Hope has played an instrumental role in high level sporting events such as the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix and Boost Mobile Gold Coast 500.

With a diverse skill set, hope brings valuable expertise to our team and we look forward to working with her.