Glen has had a diverse and successful career. He worked 34 years in commercial radio, starting as an Office Boy, where he worked his way up through the ranks to become an Announcer, Sales Manager, and General Manager.

In 2006, he was elected to the Parliament of Queensland, serving as the Member for Noosa and Minister for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Affairs and Minister Assisting the Premier. He reported to the Premier on Veterans Affairs and the Public Service Commission in this latter role. 

Since leaving politics, Glen has founded Strategic Pathways Consulting. SPC is a Consulting, Marketing and Government Relations company that helps its clients navigate their way through complex government bureaucracies.

Glen is known for being a straight shooter who tells it like it is. He loves nothing more than relaxing with a glass of Glen Grant.