Boris Duka has a wealth of industry experience, is highly experienced and qualified as a trainer and assessor of vocational training. Boris is responsible for oversighting and co-ordinating the Gaining Through Training program, as well as promoting Sponsorship opportunities.

With over 25 years of experience in hospitality education, training, and business leadership, Boris is a highly accomplished Managing Director, Program Manager, and Hospitality Trainer and Assessor. He has held leadership roles in respected RTOs and TAFEs, including William Angliss Institute and FS Learning, and was the founder and Managing Director of The Service Crew—a multi-award-winning Group Training-style company specialising in school-based hospitality traineeships. His extensive expertise includes vocational education compliance, curriculum design, youth employment pathways, and stakeholder engagement across the education, hospitality, and government sectors. His deep understanding of the VET sector and school-based training programs has enabled him to train, assess, and manage hundreds of trainees annually, liaising with major venues, councils, schools, and apprenticeship networks.

In addition to his educational roles, he brings broad hospitality industry experience, having managed operational roles, led major pre-opening training projects (such as for Crown Casino and Federation Square), and delivered strategic consultancy in food and beverage service. He also has specialised experience in the wine industry, including brand and business management, wine marketing, and judging at regional showcases. Boris' academic qualifications include an Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management and multiple TAFE certifications. Throughout his career, he has consistently demonstrated strong business development skills, a commitment to youth employment, and a passion for raising industry standards through high-quality training, mentoring, and program design.