Board Members and Staff
With a refreshed charter in July 2023, newly appointed Chair and Board members, drawn from leaders and experts from across the region, RDA Tropical North has an active and facilitative role in the community and a clear focus on growing a strong and confident regional economy that harnesses its competitive advantages, seizes economic opportunity and attracts investment.
Board Members
Prof. Hurriyet Babacan
Chair
Brett Moller
Deputy Chair
Carolyn Eagle
Treasurer
Stirling Tavener
Secretary
Anita Veivers
Board Member
Jaime Gane
Board Member
Joe Moro
Board Member
Melinda Eades
Board Member
Mick Miller
Board Member
Nic Carroll
Board Member
Richie Bates
Board Member
Staff
Lainie Poon
Chief Executive Officer
Tony Potter
Project Director
Jody Payne
Office Coordinator
