Our Staff

The Board is supported by a team with extensive government and private sector experience in regional economic and community development.

Project Managers have a primary economic development role and region-wide responsibilities to the following key activity areas:

• Economic Development
• Tourism Development
• Indigenous Economic Development
• Workforce
• Business Development
• Special Projects

Kelly grew up on a farm on the Yorke Peninsula and moved to Adelaide to study Communications at the University of South Australia. Over her 25-year career, she has held roles such as Executive Officer, Logistics Manager, Training Coordinator, and Project Manager, primarily in the private sector and government, focused on primary industries. She is skilled in project management, coordination, and stakeholder communication. For over 20 years, Kelly has lived on the Eyre Peninsula, where she has raised a family and contributed to the community through voluntary work with local sports clubs.

Tamsin was born and raised in Wudinna on the Eyre Peninsula and went on to study at the University of South Australia. She has previously worked in government and not-for-profit organisations in Adelaide, Vancouver, and London, as well as a stint with RDAEP in 2018/19. Tamsin returned to Eyre Peninsula from the UK in 2021 and returned to work with RDAEP, taking on various project roles.

Paula is a dedicated Career Practitioner passionate about empowering individuals to achieve their professional goals. With expertise in career counselling, resume building, and interview coaching, Paula provides personalised guidance to help clients navigate career transitions and unlock their full potential. With over 12 years of experience, driven by a commitment to lifelong learning and professional development, Paula stays current with the latest industry trends and workforce dynamics to offer innovative solutions. Whether it’s exploring new career paths, enhancing employability skills, or building confidence, Paul is passionate about helping others thrive in their professional journeys.

Karen lives northwest of Ungarra, where she runs a grain and sheep enterprise with her husband and teenage son. She brings strong local knowledge and practical farming experience to her role at RDAEP. Karen has worked across a range of industries including cooperatives, transport, farm safety, community development, and more recently hydrogen and renewable energy, giving her a broad regional perspective. Having experienced drought, extended dry periods and damaging frosts firsthand, Karen is committed to supporting resilient farm businesses and a healthy, connected community. In her role, she is passionate about helping Eyre Peninsula farmers access practical tools, information and networks, and about exploring new ways of doing things that support long-term opportunity.

Wendy has been a part of the RDAEP team for 4 years, providing high-level confidential executive support to the Board and CEO ensuring effective and professional operation of the Board’s administrative and governance requirements. She has had extensive experience working in local government here on Eyre Peninsula and in Darwin, also spending 3 years working for the Queensland Department of Local Government in the regional office in Cairns before returning to her roots here on the Eyre Peninsula.

Sue has spent her working career primarily in administration and finance. Her tenure with RDAEP spans a decade, providing a robust understanding of the organisation’s objectives and operations. She has a passion for Eyre Peninsula and having lived and worked in the region for most of her life, has an extensive understanding of the area’s unique challenges and strengths.

Roger is a CPA with over 40 years of experience in management, finance, and accounting having worked in various industries including public accounting, construction, education, and not-for-profit Indigenous community organisations. He has also volunteered his services on the boards of several organisations and currently assists mentees through the CPA Australia Mentoring Program.