--- title: About date: 2026-01-21T15:29:00+11:00 author: Walker Designs canonical_url: "https://tcci.com.au/about" section: Site Content --- # About Since 1851, the Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (TCCI) has been a dedicated force, continuously powering business growth and development in Tasmania. 1. [ Home ](https://tcci.com.au/) 2. About The Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (TCCI) has existed in various forms since 1851 and has been powering business in Tasmania since that time. The TCCI is an independent membership organisation that aims to positively lead and support business in Tasmania. The organisation is a not-for-profit, member-based organisation funded by business in Tasmania to provide products and services that contribute to meeting the needs and objectives of business in Tasmania. As a member of the Australian Chamber Alliance and the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) and the broader Chamber movement across Australia, TCCI provides valuable support to its members through a range of programs and services, and actively advocates their concerns as the ‘voice of business’ at all levels of government. The TCCI represents more than 1,500 businesses through its Tasmanian membership base. At the same time, it reaches up to 20,000 businesses through regional chambers with the TCCI Chamber Alliance. ![1920x960 inpagehero cafe chat](https://tcci.com.au/volumes/images/General/_1920x960_fit_center-center_70_none_ffffff/11004/1920x960-inpagehero-cafe-chat.webp) > "Our reach, services and strength is critical to powering business in Tasmania to thrive." ## Meet The Team Our highly skilled, experienced and dedicated TCCI team are proud to be supporting businesses right across Tasmania. ![Colleen Reardon TCCI 2026](https://tcci.com.au/volumes/images/Team/_690x1000_crop_center-center_none/18200/Colleen-Reardon-TCCI-2026.webp)Read bio ### Colleen Reardon ###### Acting Chief Executive Officer --- ![Stacey joseph](https://tcci.com.au/volumes/images/Team/_690x1000_crop_center-center_none/11054/stacey-joseph.webp)Read bio ### Stacey Joseph ###### Business Services Manager --- ![Abbey george](https://tcci.com.au/volumes/images/Team/_690x1000_crop_center-center_none/11050/abbey-george.webp)Read bio ### Abbey George ###### Internal Lawyer & Senior Workplace Relations Consultant --- ![Corey Bousen](https://tcci.com.au/volumes/images/Team/_690x1000_crop_center-center_none/16743/Corey-Bousen.webp)Read bio ### Corey Bousen ###### TradeStart Adviser --- ![Kerryn long](https://tcci.com.au/volumes/images/Team/_690x1000_crop_center-center_none/11052/kerryn-long.webp)Read bio ### Kerryn Long ###### Stakeholder and Events Manager --- ![Website Photos 4](https://tcci.com.au/volumes/images/Team/_690x1000_crop_center-center_none/11055/Website-Photos-4.webp)Read bio ### Mikala Grosse ###### Senior Business Adviser --- ![Website Photos](https://tcci.com.au/volumes/images/Team/_690x1000_crop_center-center_none/11056/Website-Photos.webp)Read bio ### Matt Gall ###### Business Adviser --- ![Madie Underwood](https://tcci.com.au/volumes/images/Team/_690x1000_crop_center-center_none/11053/madison-underwood.webp)Read bio ### Madie Underwood ###### Senior Business Support Officer --- ##### Colleen Reardon Colleen is Acting CEO and also responsible for the day-to-day management of the organisation, including finance, operations and service delivery. She works closely with the team to make sure TCCI is running effectively, supporting members and delivering consistent, practical services to the business community. Before joining TCCI, Colleen built her career across the skills, training and workforce development sectors, with roles at Skills Tasmania, Skills Victoria and the Tasmanian Skills Institute. Her experience includes project delivery, industry engagement and government-funded training programs. Colleen has been with TCCI for over 16 years, most of those as Chief Operating Officer, and was appointed Company Secretary in 2022. She is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and regularly steps into the CEO role when required. During her time at TCCI, she has led a number of key initiatives, including the purchase of the organisation’s premises at 200 New Town Road. Known for her practical, no-nonsense approach, Colleen focuses on keeping things moving and working through challenges as they arise. ##### Stacey Joseph Stacey is currently on 12-months leave from her position. With over 15 years’ experience in coaching and leadership development, Stacey leads the delivery of training and business support services. She works with businesses to build practical skills, improve how teams operate and support better workplace outcomes. She has strong expertise in workplace relations, including the Fair Work Act, and regularly delivers training on topics such as leadership, communication and managing people at work. Stacey holds a range of qualifications across business, training and project management, and is a certified practitioner in DISC, Emotional Intelligence and Workplace Motivators. ##### Abbey George With more than a decade of experience in workplace relations and a strong foundation in employment law, Abbey brings deep expertise and practical insight to TCCI members navigating complex staffing issues. Since 2013, Abbey has supported businesses across Tasmania with advice on Enterprise Agreements, unfair dismissal claims, workplace investigations, and representation before the Fair Work Commission. Her legal qualifications – including admission to practice in the Supreme Court of Tasmania and the High Court of Australia – set her apart in the field. Abbey’s calm, confident approach and ability to translate complex legal concepts into actionable advice have made her a go-to advisor for businesses seeking clarity and compliance in an evolving regulatory landscape. Whether you're negotiating with unions, navigating legislative obligations, or managing disputes, Abbey is committed to helping TCCI members make informed, confident decisions that support sustainable business outcomes. ##### Corey Bousen Corey is the TradeStart Adviser for northern Tasmania. TradeStart is delivered in Tasmania through a partnership between the TCCI, Trade Tasmania and Austrade. Corey's role is to help new and established small and medium sized exporters to access global markets by connecting them with services, insights and international networks. He has extensive global experience, having worked in international trade across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and North America before running his own group of businesses in outback Australia. Corey is passionate about supporting northern Tasmania’s exporters and works closely with local businesses to identify market opportunities, build confidence, and develop practical strategies for long term success. ##### Kerryn Long Kerryn Long is the Stakeholder and Events Manager at TCCI and has been part of the organisation for more than eight years. During that time, she has worked across a broad range of roles and projects supporting the delivery of services, programs and events for members and Tasmanian businesses. Kerryn plays a key role in coordinating TCCI’s events, stakeholder engagement activities and business operations, helping deliver professional and high-quality experiences for members, businesses and stakeholders. Known for her strong organisational skills and practical approach, she helps keep projects, events and people connected and moving forward. Before joining TCCI, Kerryn spent around 13 years working in the vocational education and training sector across both State and Commonwealth Government roles. Her experience included working closely with employers, apprentices and trainees, including managing and resolving disputes between apprentices and employers. This gave her a strong understanding of workplace issues, employer challenges and the importance of practical communication and problem-solving in business. Kerryn also holds a Certificate IV in Project Management and has experience across project delivery, administration, customer service and stakeholder engagement roles. She enjoys the variety her role brings, with no two days the same, and values the supportive and flexible team environment at TCCI. ##### Mikala Grosse With a background spanning business coaching, productivity, eLearning, and technology and automation, Mikala brings a strategic, yet practical and people-focused approach to her work. Alongside her role at TCCI, she has worked extensively with small business owners across Tasmania through mentoring and advisory programs, helping them strengthen their operations and build sustainable foundations for growth. Mikala has delivered both technical and soft skills training for organisations including the Tasmanian Health Service, Digital Ready Tasmania and Business South. She has a Diploma of Project Management, is a certified Life Coach and CliftonStrengths Coach, and regularly works with individuals and teams to better understand and leverage their strengths. Having run her own businesses for over 20 years, Mikala understands the realities of business ownership and is passionate about collaboration and helping others do business in a way that aligns with their strengths, goals and circumstances. ##### Matt Gall With over 20 years in the hospitality industry, Matt brings a practical, real-world perspective to his work. He supports businesses at all stages, with a strong focus on workplace relations, employment compliance and managing staff. Matt holds a Certificate IV in Business Management and a Certificate IV in Human Resources. He regularly assists with employment contracts, policies, performance management and award interpretation, helping employers work through issues and stay on track. He also delivers workshops and support through programs such as Employer of Choice Assist, working with businesses to improve how their workplaces operate. Known for his straightforward and collaborative approach, Matt works alongside business owners and managers to find solutions that are practical and fit how their business actually runs. ##### Madie Underwood Madie has been with the TCCI for four years, starting with the organisation through a Certificate III in Business traineeship. Since then, she has built experience across administration, finance, training and membership support, working across a wide range of day-to-day activities that help keep the organisation running smoothly. Her role includes authorising Certificates of Origin, supporting training administration, responding to member and business enquiries, preparing communications, and assisting with finance and administrative tasks across the business. Madie enjoys the variety her role brings and the opportunity to work across different areas of the organisation while supporting both the team and TCCI members. Before joining TCCI, Madie completed a Certificate II in Business, which led her to pursue a traineeship and begin her career in business administration. She is currently studying a Certificate IV in Human Resource Management to continue building her skills and experience. ## Meet The Board The TCCI is governed by a Board of Directors in accordance with the [TCCI Constitution](https://tcci.com.au/volumes/documents/tcci-constitution-amended-november-2021.pdf). ![Becher Townshend](https://tcci.com.au/volumes/images/Team/_690x1000_crop_center-center_none/13447/Becher-Townshend.webp)Read bio ### Becher Townshend ###### Chair --- ![Daniel Hanna](https://tcci.com.au/volumes/images/Team/_690x1000_crop_center-center_none/13468/Daniel-Hanna.webp)Read bio ### Daniel Hanna ###### Deputy Chair --- ![Claire Connelly](https://tcci.com.au/volumes/images/Team/_690x1000_crop_center-center_none/13472/Claire-Connelly.webp)Read bio ### Claire Connelly ###### Board Member --- ![Wayne Davy](https://tcci.com.au/volumes/images/Team/_690x1000_crop_center-center_none/13474/Wayne-Davy.webp)Read bio ### Wayne Davey ###### Board Member --- ![Kate Dean](https://tcci.com.au/volumes/images/Team/_690x1000_crop_center-center_none/13478/Kate-Dean.webp)Read bio ### Katherine Dean ###### Board Member --- ![Matt Hawkins](https://tcci.com.au/volumes/images/Team/_690x1000_crop_center-center_none/18212/Matt-Hawkins.webp)Read bio ### Matthew Hawkins ###### Board Member --- ![Jill Jetson Shumbusho](https://tcci.com.au/volumes/images/Team/_690x1000_crop_center-center_none/13484/Jill-Jetson-Shumbusho.webp)Read bio ### Jill Jetson-Shumbusho ###### Board Member --- ![Ian Jones](https://tcci.com.au/volumes/images/Team/_690x1000_crop_center-center_none/13480/Ian-Jones.webp)Read bio ### Ian Jones ###### Board Member --- ![Leigh Stalker](https://tcci.com.au/volumes/images/Team/_690x1000_crop_center-center_none/13482/Leigh-Stalker.webp)Read bio ### Leigh Stalker ###### Board Member --- ##### Becher Townshend Becher is the Managing Director of Font PR, Tasmanian’s leading Public Relations, government Relations and Campaigning Consultancy, drawing together more than three decades as an award-winning state political reporter and public relations professional. He is also a director Font Publishing, the publishers of The Tasmanian Country, The Tasmanian Business Reporter and a number of community based papers as well as being a partner in Enterprise Market and Research Services, Tasmania’s leading research and marketing company. He has been recognised by his peers winning Media Entertainment and the Arts (MEAA) Awards for Excellence in Business and Tourism Reporting as well as Public Relations Institute of Australia (PRIA) Golden Target Awards for his crisis management and campaigning skills. Awarded Fellowship of the Public Relations Institute in 2014, Becher’s primarily focused on strategic communications advice to business, the community sector, government business enterprises and local government. Becher is one of Tasmania’s leading advisors for crisis media, reputation management, government relations and media training. He joined the Board of the TCCI in 2024 and has been on the Board of Tasmanian Small Business Council (TSBC) for the last 20 years. ##### Daniel Hanna **Chair of the TCCI Board Policy Committee.** B.Arts(Hons), PhD Daniel is the Executive General Manager – Corporate and Regulatory Affairs at Federal Group, a position he has held since 2011. Federal Group employs nearly 2,000 people in Tasmania and has operated in the state for over six decades in the hospitality, tourism, retail, gaming, technology and sensitive freight. Prior to this Daniel was Chief Executive Officer at Tourism Industry Council Tasmania and General Manager at the Tasmanian Hospitality Association; and has held numerous senior roles within the Australian Government in Canberra – including in the Department of Finance and the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations. Daniel is a director of Football Tasmania and held the position of Senior Vice President on the Tasmanian Division Council of Property Council of Australia from 2011 to 2019. Daniel holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honours from the Australian National University and a PhD in politics and public policy from the University of Tasmania. ##### Claire Connelly BCom (Accounting), FCPA, CIA Claire is a senior executive and CPA with 20 years of experience in both private and public sectors. Her expertise spans leadership, strategy, business development, HR, project management, financial reporting, risk management, governance and digital transformation. Currently a Principal at Synectic Accountants and Advisers, Claire provides high-quality advisory and assurance services to a broad range of clients across various industry sectors. Claire is also President of the Devonport Chamber of Commerce and Industry, a Tasmanian Leaders Program graduate and serves on several Boards and Committees, including the Department of Treasury and Finance Audit and Risk Management Committee. Always striving for success, Claire also represents her profession on several industry bodies and is dedicated to community service and regional advocacy with a deep understanding of local business challenges and opportunities. On a personal level, Claire is committed to enabling positive change and inspiring others. ##### Wayne Davey **Chair of TCCI Finance, Governance and Audit Committee** MBA (Melb), B.Com/LL.B, Dip FP and Cert Acc Wayne commenced his career as a Barrister and Solicitor working both in Tasmania and London. He also worked for an employer association and was responsible for advice on legislation and industrial relations. Wayne has now had over 25 years experience as a senior executive in financial services industry. Wayne was the Chief Executive Officer of Quadrant Superannuation from 1997 until 2015 and then Tasplan Super from 2015 to 2021 responsible for the overall operation and management of a superannuation fund and financial advice business. His expertise includes the creation of value in a highly regulated industry through driving a high performance culture that delivers continuous improvement and transformational change to ensure ongoing success in a rapid changing business environment. Wayne is currently a consultant in the financial services industry providing advice on strategic and operational matters. ##### Katherine Dean GAICD Graduate Diploma Public Relations, Bachelor of Arts. Katherine is an experienced group executive who is highly adept at balancing achievement of business imperatives (growth, profitability and sustainability) with ensuring a strong customer-centric approach to all elements of the business. She is a highly collaborative individual who actively seeks to nurture and develop internal relationships and build systems and processes that actively empower staff at all levels to ensure every customer contact 'counts' whilst cultivating and maintaining a strong risk culture aligned with the relevant industry sector. Katherine is a talented communicator who seeks to ignite high levels of engagement through mindful leadership designed to optimise business performance at multiple levels (individual, team and organisational). ##### Matthew Hawkins Matthew has over 15 years’ experience in the Financial Services Profession and holds a Bachelor of Commerce Majoring in Accounting and Finance, a Diploma of Financial Services, holds the Fellow Chartered Financial Practitioner Designation and has held previous roles as the Tasmanian State Director & Treasurer of the Association of Financial Advisers, the peak industry body for Financial Advisers. Matthew’s specialities include retirement planning, social security advice, wealth accumulation strategies and aged care. His vast experience throughout his career provides him with the skills to understand and articulate clients’ financial and lifestyle challenges with great clarity. He has the unique ability to explain often technical concepts in client-friendly language. ##### Jill Jetson-Shumbusho Jill joined Bank of Us in early 2017, after the decision had been made to transition to a Customer Owned Bank. Jill’s most recent banking roles as Head of Sales & Distribution – QT Mutual Bank 2014-16; Chief Operating Officer & Head of Member Services P&N (Mutual) Bank 2010-14; and Regional General Manager – Retail & Business Banking – Westpac 2009-10, have already seen her actively involved in the transition from a mutual to a bank. Having commenced her banking career working for Trust Bank and its various iterations in Tasmania over a 10 year period, Jill also understands the nuances of the Tasmanian market. Jill has also held a number of other banking and corporate sector management roles including with CBA in Sydney and News Ltd. ##### Ian Jones **Chair – Clean Energy Tasmania** Ian joined the TCCI Board in 2022 and currently serves on the Policy Committee. He brings extensive leadership experience across small business, corporate, and international markets, with a career spanning senior sales, marketing, and general management roles in the technology and software sectors across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. His background includes executive-level responsibility for regional operations and market development, as well as hands-on experience as a small business owner. In late 2023, Ian was appointed the inaugural Chair of Clean Energy Tasmania (CET), a TCCI working group and the peak body representing renewable energy project proponents in Tasmania. CET members collectively represent approximately $25 billion in renewable energy projects at various stages of development. In this role, Ian provides strategic leadership and advocacy for the clean energy sector, working closely with industry, government, and regional stakeholders to support sustainable economic growth across Tasmania. Ian is a strong advocate for regional development, workforce readiness, and the long-term economic opportunities presented by Tasmania’s renewable energy sector. He is regularly engaged in public commentary and industry discussions promoting the state’s clean energy potential. ##### Leigh Stalker **Chair of the TCCI WHS Committee** FAII CIP MAICD Grad Dip Insurance MBA Leigh is an experienced company director and former senior executive with more than 35 years’ experience across financial services, insurance and commercial environments. He spent over three decades in senior executive and leadership roles with a major national insurer across Tasmania, New South Wales and Queensland, and later held an equity ownership and executive leadership role in an insurance advisory and risk management business operating across Tasmania, Queensland and Victoria, culminating in its successful sale to an ASX-listed organisation. Leigh brings extensive experience in governance, strategy, risk and financial oversight, supported by a strong track record of leading large-scale, multi-jurisdiction organisations and complex stakeholder environments. He holds a Master of Business Administration, a Graduate Diploma of Insurance, and is a Fellow of the Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance, and a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. He currently serves on a number of boards across the Tasmanian business and community sectors.