With over 25 years of experience in music, theatre, stage, and event construction, Michael Stokes has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality creative builds across Australia. As Bestoked’s main client liaison, project manager, and hands-on builder, Michael combines technical expertise with a unique ability to interpret and bring creative concepts to life — from simple conversations to rough sketches. Known for his problem-solving mindset and commitment to exceptional results, he thrives on finding practical solutions that exceed client expectations.

With over 20 years of experience in event and exhibition construction, David has built a career around turning creative concepts into practical, high-quality outcomes. His expertise spans CAD drafting, CNC programming, project management, construction detailing, and event fabrication, giving him a comprehensive understanding of the entire build process.

Having developed much of his knowledge through hands-on, self-taught experience, he combines technical capability with a practical problem-solving mindset and a calm approach under pressure. Whether managing complex projects, resolving unexpected challenges, or bringing ambitious client ideas to life, he is known for finding effective solutions and keeping projects moving forward.

Raised in the Hunter Valley as the son of a coal miner and a primary school teacher, David possesses an incredibly dry wit and exceptional sense of humour  with a profound love of football (round ball or as we generally call it, soccer). While he often jokes about still figuring things out as he goes, his two decades of industry experience, adaptability, and commitment to quality have earned him the trust of clients and colleagues alike. Today, he continues to learn, innovate, and deliver outstanding results as an integral part of the Bestoked team

With more than 25 years of experience in business management and HR, Sally Stokes plays a vital role in keeping Bestoked running seamlessly behind the scenes. From staff management and finances to marketing and project coordination, her exceptional organisational skills ensure a streamlined and stress-free experience for both clients and the construction team. Sally’s focus on efficiency, communication, and delivering projects on time allows the team to concentrate on creating high-quality builds while maintaining Bestoked’s hands-on, client-first approach.

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With over a decade of experience in events and commercial construction, David Corbett brings the expertise and calm precision needed to lead projects from workshop to site. As Bestoked’s Melbourne Projects Manager, he oversees every stage of the build process, ensuring quality, deadlines, and creative vision are consistently delivered. Combining hands-on practical knowledge with strong leadership and problem-solving skills, David excels at managing complex builds and keeping projects running smoothly under pressure. Respected across the industry for his reliability and expertise, he is a trusted project manager for creative agencies and large-scale event productions alike.

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