President & Spokesperson - Kelly King

Kelly's Member Profile

Vice President - Kayley Riddle

Based in Port Macquarie for almost 6 years, Kayley re-located to lead the Organisational Workforce Development portfolio for the North Coast TAFE. In her executive role, she developed a passion for our region and our people.

Kayley's Member Profile

Treasurer -  Kelly Miller

Kelly's accounting career kicked off when she was lucky enough to undertake work experience with a local accounting firm back in year 10 of High School. From there she was offered a cadetship/employment with another local firm and has been fortunate enough to experience many facets, including audit, tax and superannuation. After 8 years working in accounting firms, Kelly commenced with the Hastings Co-op in mid-2016 as the accountant for 15 businesses.

Kelly has a strong affinity with local business and has a wealth of experience working within the Hastings business community.

Kelly is supported by Amanda Larkin in the role of HBWN Treasurer.

Kelly's Member Profile

Secretary - Jenny Edmunds

Jenny is the Community Coordinator at The Westport Club, Port Macquarie.
The business is built on relationships, which is why she is so lucky to do what she is so passionate about - helping others.  As the community face for The Westport Club, Jenny explores opportunities for the Club to help others within the community and build strong relationships. 
 
Their vision is "to make a significant contribution to the quality of community life".  Jenny lives through their vision daily through the Club community grants and special community projects.  The Club supports many welfare organizations, social groups, community organisations, sporting clubs and associations. 
 
As a member of the senior leadership team she mentors, coaches and leads team members, challenging them to be the best they can be, professionally, personally and within their community.  Jenny's background is in business and sports management.

Jenny's Member Profile

Events Coordinator - Nicole Liddle

Nicole Liddle has been in the financial services industry for over 20 years. In her current role with Oxley Insurance Brokers, she assists clients with their life insurance and superannuation needs. She provides thorough advice, providing clients with peace of mind, advising on Life insurance, Total Permanent Disablement, Trauma, Income Protection and Superannuation.

Nicole and husband, Andrew, and their two children moved to Port Macquarie in 2012 from Sydney for a much needed lifestyle change. They have all loved the move, never looking back.

Since joining the HBWN in 2015, she has enjoyed meeting with members and finding out about their businesses. Nicole is now looking forward to the opportunity of being a part of the HBWN committee.

Nicole's Member Profile

Membership Coordinator - Mel Haverfield

Mel is a mother of 2 adult daughters who both live and work in Sydney. There's one left in the nest and he is 16 years old, plus a supportive and hardworking husband....

Until recently, Mel and her husband were co-owners of Port Macquarie Taxis for 9 years, where her role was to oversee Media and Community Relations.

Mel is a natural networker and really enjoys working to build genuine relationships with customers, business alliances and community initiatives. Mel is also very proud to be a Committee Member of HBWN, fulfilling the role of Membership Coordinator for the fifth year in 2018. Mel is very grateful for the personal and professional rewards received in this role and loves meeting and constantly learning from the wonderful women associated with this network.

Launching a youth membership that embodies the HBWN ethos of Educating, Empowering & Encouraging is a key focus of Mel's portfolio. Working with a passionate and motivated sub -committee of female youth leaders in our community has seen this level of membership thrive. HBWN are delighted to see the FreeThinkers Youth Initiative develop as an exciting framework to support and celebrate young women realising their dreams and career aspirations.

Mel's Member Profile

Communications Coordinator -  Megan Philippa

Megan is the Digital Content Marketing Specialist for The Westport Club. Her role includes day to day monitoring of 10 social media channels, social media scheduling, writing and publishing blog content, copy writing for outward facing content such as editorials and media releases, e-newsletter strategy, creation and execution, creation of digital assets for various platforms including video, analysing data and preparing monthly reports.

Megan grew up in Newcastle and has recently relocated to Port Macquarie after 13 years living and working in North Queensland.

She loves cooking and owns a small market business. 

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Professional Development Coordinator - Karina Schiller

Karina has worked in the Design and Advertising industry for the past 8 years. She has worked in large and medium sized agencies in London and Australia as a Producer, Designer and Art Director on brands such as  Australian Outdoor Living, Wimbledon, Indian Premier League, Kia, Betfair, Taste Festival and Transport for London. Her knowledge and skill base lies within the graphic design, branding and advertising space.

Karina is a returning Port Macquarie local, graduating from Wauchope High in 2006. After deciding to relocate back to Port mid 2017 to be closer to family, she has since established her business, Schiller Studios and is dedicated to helping small to medium sized businesses take advantage of their true brand message and showcase their unique brand story. She loves to push possibilities through design and create magic through brands.

As a strong advocate for supporting and building up other woman, Karina has gladly taken on the role of Professional Development Coordinator for HBWN and hopes to make positive change in the greater Port Macquarie community.

Karina's Member Profile

Sponsorship Coordinator - Sarah Purnell

Sarah is the Marketing and Communications Manager at Oxley Insurance Brokers. With nearly 20 years' experience in marketing, both within the private and corporate sectors, Sarah's expertise includes strategic and tactical marketing promotion, internal communications and event management.  Sarah has lived in Port Macquarie for 11 years now, having moved briefly to Sydney from the UK and finding my second home in Port Macquarie. 

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