by SA Woman Member | Mar 23, 2025 | Meet a Member, SA Woman
I am a passionate advocate for strategic creative marketing, with over 16 years of experience across the arts, media, and higher education sectors.
My skill set includes marketing strategy and implementation, digital marketing, event management, corporate partnerships, and stakeholder engagement and servicing.
I hold strong, engaged relationships with South Australian government and corporate organisations.
I have been nominated for the prestigious Indaily 40 Under 40 in 2025 due to my passionate business leadership standing in South Australia.
by SA Woman Member | Mar 23, 2025 | Meet a Member, SA Woman
I am an entrepreneur, an IT professional, a project and operations manager, and a mother-of-two.
I run IRIS IT, an IT solution provider supporting enterprises throughout South Australia.
I was introduced to computers while working at an accounting firm in Melbourne in the 1980s; programming quickly became an area of my interest and occupation.
Returning to my hometown of Adelaide, I became a trainer in IT systems before moving on to account and project management roles with software development companies and computer wholesalers, including Sybiz Software, where I was promoted to executive director.
After an extensive foray into the food industry establishing a pretzel wholesale and franchise business, I returned to my IT roots, taking on various project management roles, before buying IRIS IT (formerly Compunets). I rebranded the business in 2019 and am now spearheading a growth phase for the company.
An active committee member and networker, I am part of local networks including SA Woman, HerTech Path and SA Business Chamber.
by SA Woman Member | Mar 23, 2025 | Meet a Member, SA Woman
As the Co-Founder and General Manager of Wow Houseboats, I’m proud to run a family-owned luxury houseboat business, offering unique self-drive experiences along the stunning lower to mid-Murray region. Working closely with stakeholders in the tourism industry, I’m also a board member of the Houseboat Hirers Association, where I contribute to the growth and promotion of the houseboat sector.
Beyond my role in tourism, my passion lies in health, social care, and community support, where I bring over 15 years of experience across Australia and the UK. With a Bachelor of Social Work, a Bachelor of Arts (Sociology & Social Sciences), and qualifications in Youth Work and CELTA English teaching, I’ve worked across public health, mental health, disability support, and community development.
Currently, I’m expanding my expertise by completing a Graduate Diploma in Counselling at the University of Tasmania. My focus is on providing trauma-informed and neurodivergent-inclusive care, ensuring individuals receive the support they need. I also work in the NDIS space through the Mable platform, assisting participants in navigating their journeys towards greater independence and well-being.
My career has been as diverse as my passions. I’ve worked in leadership roles in marketing, PR, HR, and senior management, and even spent time studying Naturopathy in London, which I hope to integrate into my counselling practice in the future. I also have a background in local politics, having served as the youngest Elected Member of Council in South Australia for the City of Prospect in the early 2000s.
Outside of work and study, I find balance through kitesurfing, wake-foiling, and off-the-grid camping with my partner, always accompanied by our loyal pooch and adventure buddy, Rosso. This year, I’m focusing on achieving better harmony between business, family, and personal growth, while continuing to create positive impacts in the industries I love.
I’m excited to connect with and support other inspiring women within the SA Woman network, sharing experiences, challenges, and wins as we all continue to grow.
by SA Woman Member | Mar 3, 2025 | Meet a Member, SA Woman
I’m a wife and mother of five, with deep roots in our family business, Nelson Locksmiths. My grandfather and father both worked for the company, and at 18, when I wasn’t sure what path to take, my dad suggested I work for him until I figured it out. Twenty-seven years later, as he begins to semi-retire, I’ve gained invaluable experience learning how to run a business from him. Along the way, I completed a university degree in Business Management, and now I’m transitioning into taking over the company, continuing our family legacy.
Beyond business, I’ve discovered a new love for fitness and have become an active contributing member of our local soccer club. At home, my three-year-old Moodle puppy, Ruby, is my constant companion—I couldn’t imagine life without her. I’m also incredibly grateful for my supportive husband, without whom I wouldn’t have been able to achieve all that I have. Above all, my five children are not only my greatest accomplishment but also my greatest teachers, shaping me into the person I am today.
by SA Woman Member | Mar 3, 2025 | Meet a Member, SA Woman
I’m originally a Londoner, who moved to South Australia in 2007 with my Irish husband. My first business in Australia was Mount Gambier Website Design, and as I added more services such as website maintenance, training and fixes the name no longer fitted. In August 2020 I became KISS WP Websites, and a couple of years ago when I was struggling with what to call myself one of my clients called me the WordPress Fairy Godmother and that stuck.
Now I live outside Mount Gambier on 8 acres with passing koalas and kangaroos and lots of birds.
