Matt Benson-Lidholm comes to the WAFIC Board as an experienced administrator and professional, having served as a Director with several Western Australian and national organisations over many years.
As a Member of the Western Australian Legislative Council, Matt previously represented the Southwest, Southern coastal and Mid-West regions. As a State MP he worked closely with commercial fishing interests anywhere from Kalbarri to Bremer Bay. In 2009 he was appointed Deputy President and Chair of Committees in the State’s Upper House.
Currently Matt Benson-Lidholm is Chair of Southern Seafood Producers (WA) Association. Apart from his direct involvement with both WAFIC and SSPWA, Matt also is a JP, regional development consultant, registered State Government lobbyist, Albany City Councillor and Board member (Treasurer) with RDA Great Southern.