In 1998, Stuart started work at Media Rare working as an event manager on the Livid, Big Day Out and Soundwave festivals, as well having involvement in the the band management and record label arms of the business. It was through work on the Resin Dogs label Hydrofunk Records that Stuart was introduced to online e-commerce and founded Ticket Solutions Pty Ltd (Oztix) in 2003. Stuart is now responsible for the day-to-day operations of Oztix, employing over 40 staff with offices in 4 states and are now Australia's Largest Independent ticketing company with a core focus on the independent music scene.