OUR  COMMITTEE

As an amateur beekeeper, Kate is eager to support BICWA by applying her professional expertise to an industry she’s passionate about. Her commercial career has given her deep knowledge of supply chains, wholesale buying, and land use challenges in WA. A graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors with a master’s in business management, Kate brings both enthusiasm and a pragmatic approach to her work, driven by her love for WA’s environment and food systems.

Simon is enthusiastic about enhancing our industry, leveraging his background as a former mining professional turned beekeeper to bring valuable expertise to the table. Mentored by seasoned beekeepers, he understands the needs and potential for industry development. Simons aim to represent WA beekeepers, promoting and building the BICWA brand is his focus, as well as constructing a stronger bee industry, fostering a culture of collaboration, and establishing an information highway for member input and success. Together, he believes, we can create a thriving and interconnected beekeeping community.

Beth Green has over 30 years of experience in agronomy, research, and biosecurity, specializing in livestock traceability, food safety, market access, and compliance. As an independent consultant with Magnify Agriculture Global, she supports producers, industries, and governments to enhance agricultural efficiency while safeguarding product integrity, animal welfare, and consumer trust.

Beth has contributed to traceability systems for various livestock, including cattle, sheep, pigs, and poultry, serving on national committees (2014–2023) to shape standards, legislation, and training. She is passionate about raising consumer awareness of food origins and supporting the beekeeping industry, collaborating with BICWA on varroa mite protection and biosecurity traceability.

Mikey is the owner of The Pemberton Honey Company and a commercial beekeeper who produces and packs monofloral honey from all over the South West. Having established himself as a strong advocate for resource security within the industry, Mikey has taken an active role in campaigning against the loss of flowering resources in forests, woodlands and coastal areas due to logging and prescribed burning. His views on the importance of the WA beekeeping industry go much further than just the honey produced, a major focus of his is educating the broader public and agricultural industries on the intrinsic link between forests, bees and food security.

Jack is a fifth-generation beekeeper with 10 years of full-time industry experience. Inspired by his grandfather from a young age, he developed a deep passion for bees and the intricacies of beekeeping. Jack has gained extensive field knowledge and now seeks to contribute behind the scenes, helping shape industry decisions. He brings a youthful perspective, an open mind, and a commitment to learning, aiming to grow as a beekeeper and leader while supporting the long-term future and sustainability of the WA honey industry.

Christine has a background as a commercial clerk in a fiduciary office and holds a diploma in HR, giving her strong organisational and management skills. Since 2019, she has supported BICWA with administration, events, and board coordination. An amateur beekeeper, Christine enjoys observing her bees more than honey production. She is passionate about fostering connections and advancing the industry, helping BICWA become a well-connected and respected body while promoting WA honey locally and internationally.

Michael -   Dad and amateur beekeeper - Honeybee industry/ Business consultant 15 years + in the honey industry with Wescobee, Capilano, Hive and Wellness and Western honey supplies, plus 30 years in FMCG is  determined to use this experience to solidify BICWA's position as the leading advocate for the WA honeybee industry.

Michael aims to rally more commercial operators and large beneficiaries of pollination to support BICWA, ensuring ample funding to advocate for sustained industry growth. His emphasis lies in lobbying government, key stakeholders and relevant interest groups, particularly in matters of resource management, biosecurity and quality control, plus value adding WA honeybee products through communication and education to foster a thriving industry.

Tina holds a Bachelor of Social Science (Community Work) and an MBA (People and Culture), equipping her with governance, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning skills alongside a people-centred approach. She has extensive experience in communications, marketing, and business development, particularly in projects focused on regional industries, export markets, and sustainability. Tina is eager to contribute these skills to BICWA’s advocacy and industry coordination. Her operational experience, governance knowledge, and passion for the WA honey sector make her well-suited to support the Board’s priorities.