Ms. Rachel McLennan
Chairperson
Rachel is a chartered accountant with over 25 years of experience. She has worked in public practice for 20 years and has ran her own Management accounting and bookkeeping business for 5 years.
Rachel holds a Bachelor Commerce and is a Chartered accountant C.A
Rachel is the current President of Inverell Picnic Race Club (5 years) and committee member for 16 years (outgoing treasurer for 10 years), as well as sitting on the committee of Holy Trinity Parents and Friend, Inverell Netball Association, and the Local Private Ancillary Charitable Trust.
Mr. Les Moulds OAM
Director
Les has been a Director of BEST since its inception and also since the commencement of Inverell Skill Training Inc.
Les brings broad marketing and local government expertise to BEST. Whilst now enjoying a busy retirement, Les was the Tourism Manager with Inverell Shire Council for over 25 years and prior to this was the Marketing Manager with Arnott’s Biscuits for 26 years.
As an active member of the community, Les’s tireless community work includes 27 years with the Copeton Dam State Trust, 25 years with New England and North West Tourism, 23 years with Inverell East Rotary, 34 years with the Inverell Pioneer Village and 22 years with Apex.
Mr. Peter Gaukroger
Director
Appointed to BEST's Board in 2010, Peter provides extensive experience in all aspects of business management, retail operations and financial control. Peter was the owner/manager of a highly successful hardware store in Inverell and following the sale of the business, now enjoys his time as a part-time grazier.
Peter’s community involvement has included involvement with the Copeton Dam State Trust, Rotary Club of Inverell, Inverell Pony Club and 12 years on the Advisory Council of Home Hardware.
Mr. Andrew Simpson
Director
Andrew and his family moved to Inverell in 2018 from Singapore, following a distinguished 25-year career in the international meat industry. Covering responsibilities of corporate strategy, logistics and commerce across the supply chain, Andrew has been instrumental in the ongoing transformation of multiple sites and sustainability of 1400 staff for the Bindaree Food Group. Alongside this, he also sits on the Board of the Australian Meat Industry Council.
With a degree in Agricultural Science, an MBA, and a deep passion for agriculture, Andrew’s driving agenda remains focused on creating opportunity in regional Australia.
Ms. Amanda Green
Director
Amanda is a former employee of BEST Employment within the Finance department. She holds a clear understanding of BEST’s values and ethics along with the commitment to support the community.
As a local business owner for the past 6 years within the real estate industry, Amanda understands the importance of a people centred approach which is integral to the success of all organisations.
A lifelong resident of Inverell, Amanda is passionate about giving back to the community. Both she and her business actively contribute to local groups through sponsorships and donations.