Steve Simioni

Steve is the Principal Director of Tas City Building, representing the building and construction industry with a focus on building a strong community. Steve has been in the industry for 30 years and has built a reputation for outstanding service and affordable homes. Steve has a strong passion to better inner city living in Tasmania and assist with the cost of living the best he can by providing affordable homes. Steve has an unrestricted open license and has been a developer for the last 15 years.

Berice Van Der Aa

Berice is a dedicated long-term employee at the Deloraine Trade Training Centre, serving as the Training Centre Coordinator. With extensive experience in education and training, she plays a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the centre’s programs, especially in Commercial Cookery and Aged Care. Berice oversees training schedules, liaises with industry partners, manages staff, and works to enhance the student learning experience. Known for her organizational skills and passion for education, she is committed to empowering students and supporting their professional growth.

Chelsea Wyn-Allen

Chelsea is an apprentice at Tassie Cabinets and serves as a valuable member of our steering committee, representing the voice of youth. Her journey began when she sought a new career path and reached out to the NEBHub. Initially interested in a Diesel Mechanic position, Chelsea discovered an open cabinet making opportunity during a conversation. Intrigued, she decided to explore this new field. Just three months into her role, Chelsea’s enthusiasm and adaptability earned her a well-deserved apprenticeship in cabinet making. Embracing the challenge of switching careers, Chelsea has found a true passion in her work.

Shane Power

Shane is a passionate local government professional with nearly twenty years of experience across metropolitan, peri-urban, and rural municipalities. He is driven by a commitment to shaping communities and enhancing liveability and prosperity. Shane holds multiple tertiary qualifications in engineering, arts, and business. Currently, he serves as the General Manager of George Town Council.

Karen Clayton

As the HR Business Partner at Your Local Motor Group, Karen brings a wealth of expertise in Human Resource Management and Marketing, blending her deep understanding of organizational dynamics with a strategic approach to employee engagement and business growth. With a strong academic background in both fields, Karen majored in Human Resource Management and Marketing, equipping her with the skills needed to navigate the complexities of workforce management while aligning HR strategies with the company's overall business objectives.

Fiona Miller

Fiona is deeply passionate about helping people and communities come together to explore and collaborate on local initiatives. Her main focus is on creating spaces where individuals can share skills and knowledge, with the goal of fostering connection and growth. At the heart of her work is Asset-Based Community Development, which shapes both her approach and her values. She thrives in roles that involve graphic harvesting, facilitating, community consultation, and co-designing projects with communities and their partners.

Rachael Andrews

Sales and Administration Co-ordinator at East Arm Resources, Rachael has lived and worked her whole life in the greater Tamar region of Tasmania. She has built a valuable network of stakeholders to assist in her role at the East Arm Resources Quarry, supplier of high-quality crushed rocks, specialty products and aggregates to Northern Tasmania. She is a skilled professional with experience in project management, strategic and operational Government policy, program evaluation and policy writing. Strong information technology project lead experience. Racheal holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) from the University of Tasmania, majors Psychology and Sociology.