Melissa joined WAFIC following 10 years as Executive Director at Forest Industries Federation (WA) where she oversaw the industry’s restructure following the protection of old growth forests and a period in private consultancy.
Melissa brings with her an extensive background in resource management, sustainable development, primary industries and a passion for renewable and sustainable industries.
Her forestry experience follows a similar trajectory to commercial fishing, where she has developed programs to support issues, including sectoral closures, compensation, resource security and membership engagement.