Kirsty Keyes

President + Education Bursary

Keyes & Co Property (Co-Owner + Business Manager)

Bio:

Established in 2012 by leading Townsville real estate sales team, Damien and Kirsty Keyes, Keyes & Co. Property is a specialist residential real estate sales office servicing the greater Townsville region. Being home grown products themselves, Damien and Kirsty are passionate about this region and have forged strong links with the community and are recognised as leaders in their field. This is due to their intense customer focus they bring to every challenge combined with their highly professional approach which has led to some amazing results for their clients over the years. With their wealth of local knowledge and an army of repeat clients and referral business behind them already, the time was right to take their career to the next level and create a true sales machine that delivers spectacular results for their clients whilst keeping them informed every step of the way.

Best Piece of Advice Received:

Don’t be upset by the results you didn’t get, with the work you didn’t do.

Naomi Seymore

Vice President + Governance

Wilson Ryan Grose (Associate)

Bio:

Naomi is an Associate of the Succession Law workgroup at wilson/ryan/grose Lawyers. She holds a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Business degree and is a local to the Townsville legal profession, graduating from James Cook University.

Best Piece of Advice Received:

Never stop learning.

Tracey Mayhew

Treasurer

Findex (Partner)

Bio:

Tracey is a Partner at Findex Townsville. With over 15 years’ professional experience, Tracey is a sought-after audit specialist with a diverse range of experience having worked on external audit, accounting and financial reporting advisory engagements in the not-for-profit, private and public sector in Queensland.

Tracey’s clients benefit from her comprehensive knowledge of current and emerging issues and her recognised expertise, professionalism and excellent communication skills have crafted long-standing client relationships and delivered consistently effective results.

Tracey holds a Bachelor of Commerce from The University of Southern Queensland, is a Member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and a Registered Company Auditor.

Best Piece of Advice Received:

Fall asleep with a dream and wake up with a purpose.

Rebecca Campbell

Secretary + Education Bursary

Qld Country Bank (Head of Human Resources)

Bio:

Rebecca Campbell is Queensland Country Bank’s Head of Human Resources, joining the team in 2010. Her passion for diversity, requisite organisational structure, performance management and talent acquisition has seen her team implement strategies which has helped the bank navigate through significant organisational change whilst upholding strong staff engagement. Bec holds a Bachelor of Psychology from JCU and is accredited in WHS and Rehabilitation. In her spare time, Bec’s focus is on her family and she enjoys working with community groups to improve employment outcomes.

Best Piece of Advice Received:

• Take the time to really know yourself.
• Work yourself out of a job.

Kylie Hasse

Mentoring Circles

4th Health Battalion (Lieutenant Colonel | Commanding Officer)

Bio:

Lieutenant Colonel (LTCOL) Kylie Hasse commissioned in 2008 to Royal Australian Army Nursing Corps. LTCOL Hasse has experience across the 2nd, 3rd, 7th and 17th Brigades, Army Headquarters, Special Operations Command and Joint Health Command. Her current role is the Commanding Officer of the 4th Health Battalion providing health support to enable the Land Domain to achieve its mission.

Previously to this she was the Senior Health Officer (SHO) of the 3rd Brigade (BDE). She has been privileged during her career in Defence to experience many different types of nursing; from day to day delivery of Primary Health care, teaching, high end trauma and humanitarian aid. Of note she has served in two Operational deployments to the Middle East. Deploying to Afghanistan in 2011 and more recently to Iraq 2014/2015. During these deployments she multiple multisystem trauma cases and on many occasions treated and coordinated mass casualty events. Her deployment to Iraq saw her awarded a Distinguished Service Medal for outstanding leadership and dedication to duty as a Nursing Officer.

Best Piece of Advice Received:
Never say no to an opportunity outright- approach it with a “yes but how”.

Sometimes the most daunting opportunities, the ones that pull you far from your comfort zone, can lead to the greatest satisfaction. What may initially seem unappealing or overwhelming often holds the potential for unexpected personal growth, meaningful connections, and life changing outcomes. Embrace the challenges, remain curious and adaptable – opportunities often bring more than we can ever expect.

Rhi Heyboer

Business Bites + Memberships

Daring & Young Property (Residential Sales Agent)

Bio:
Rhi is a dedicated real estate sales professional at Daring & Young Property, where she thrives on helping clients achieve their property goals with integrity and local expertise. Before transitioning to real estate, she built a strong foundation in business development and client engagement during her tenure at XRX Business Centre, where she specialized in tailored print and telco solutions for local businesses.

A proud advocate for Townsville’s business community, Rhi is passionate about supporting the growth and success of local enterprises. In her role as a committee member for the Townsville Business Women’s Circle, she oversees Business Bites events and memberships, fostering connections and providing valuable opportunities for women to grow personally and professionally. Known for her friendly approach and passion for bringing people together, she is driven to create spaces where women in business can thrive.

Beyond work, Rhi has a deep love (some may say obsession) for sport. She proudly supports the North Queensland Cowboys and other local teams. She also volunteers on the committee at her local cricket club, where she contributes to the development of women’s sport in the community. Passionate about fostering connections both on and off the field, she finds joy in engaging with Townsville’s vibrant sporting and business communities.

Best Piece of Advice Received:
If people were to follow your example, where would they end up?

Isabel (Izzy) Bowrey

Sponsors + Supporters

Director of Marketing & Communications at St Pat’s College

BIO
Isabel (Izzy) is the Director of Marketing & Communications at St Patrick’s College Townsville, where she leads innovative strategies to boost the College’s presence and engagement. With a Bachelor of Business majoring in Marketing & Communications and Tourism & Sustainable Management from James Cook University, she brings a well-rounded skill set to her role. A proud Townsville local, Izzy is deeply passionate about the community and the growth of local businesses and initiatives. Her dedication to education and empowering young girls in Townsville is at the heart of her work, particularly in her role at an all-girls school where she advocates for creating meaningful pathways for students. Izzy is excited to contribute to the Townsville Business Women’s Circle, supporting the professional development of women in the region. She also loves planning and attending events, finding joy in connecting with others!

Best Piece of Advice Received:
What can you do today that tomorrow you will be happy about?

Adeina Warren

Events + Memberships

Corporate Governance Officer - The Ville Resort Casino & Ardo.

Bio:
With 12 years in the tourism and hospitality industry, including 7 years with the Morris Group (owners of The Ville Resort-Casino and Ardo), I’ve grown from starting in the F&B department, to Executive Assistant to the CEO, and now to Corporate Governance Officer, supporting the CEO and Board in a business committed to career progression and investing in its people.

Best piece of advice:
The grass isn’t always greener on the other side. It’s green where you water it.

Gina Rahmel

Website + Graphic Design + Events

GRD (Owner, Lead Designer) + Townsville Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Owner + Admin Manager)

Bio:

Gina has a Bachelor’s Degree in Design Studies – Graphic Design plus a Master’s Degree in Business Communications specialising in Advertising & PR. She has owned her own graphic design business for 12+ years now. Gina has also worked out in the field for some well known advertising agencies plus have worked as the graphic & web designer for many private companies plus the Communications Officer/PR for a medical company. She is also the Administration Officer for her and her husband’s medical Practice in Townsville.

Best Piece of Advice Received:

NEVER judge a book by its cover!

Emma Mooney

Marketing + PR + Events

Marketing Communications Coordinator, Townsville Catholic Education

Bio:

Emma holds a Bachelor of Business, majoring in Marketing and Human Resource Management and has delivered strategic marketing and communications support for a number of local, state and national campaigns across a diverse range of industry sectors. Emma has proudly been a member of Townsville Business Women’s Circle management committee since 2022 and looks forward to continuing that support into the future.

Best Piece of Advice Received:

Jacqui Gage

Social Media + Events

GROW Social Co. (Business Owner | Marketing Specialist + Mentor)

With a blend of 15 years in Corporate Marketing and a love for strategic storytelling, Jacqui has a deep understanding of the entrepreneurial rollercoaster. As the owner of GROW Social Co. a social media and strategy business, Jacqui is passionate about allowing small businesses both Australia-wide and Internationally to cement their business online and reach a wider audience.

Jacqui is a Townsville local, raising a young family of 3 girls and a husband to support her business dreams, Jacqui will be on board to provide a strategic element to our social presence for the TBWC.

Best Piece of Advice Received:

The best piece of advice I was given was from my husband who simply told me that if I never tried it, I’d never know what it could be like. Since starting my business, the framework has already evolved twice and it’s no more than I ever imagined.

Renee Bennett

Immediate Past President

Wilson Ryan Grose (Partner)

Renee is the Partner of our Succession Law workgroup at wilson/ryan/grose Lawyers. She holds a Bachelor of Laws degree and is a local to the Townsville legal profession, graduating from James Cook University. Renee is a Queensland Law Society Accredited Specialist in Succession Law and an Adjunct Lecturer with the College of Law in the Masters of Law – Applied Law program. Renee previously served for many years on the Board of Cootharinga North Queensland and as a committee member of STEP Qld. She is the current Chair of the Queensland Law Society Succession Law Specialist Accreditation Committee.